Things to do at Banana Beach

We have one of the best beaches on the coast with secure safe swimming under the supervision of lifesavers in season and on weekends. Our beach is also shark-net protected.

During those hot humid summers this is the place to be to cool down or put your feet up in the shade. In winter-time guests often curl up with a book on the sun loungers around the pool.

There are two safe well maintained jungle gyms on the premises as well as a trampoline for the children’s enjoyment

Fishing can be done from the beach or rocks in close proximity to the resort. This is a popular pastime for both young and old with a host of species on offer. Fishing licenses are required and can be purchased at the nearest post office which is roughly 3km from the resort.

Both young and old can spend many hours scouting the rock pools and snorkeling in the rock pools looking at the variety of sea life that call this place home.

The Humpback Whale is a seasonal visitor to our coast line and are seen in large groups from June through to November when they travel through the area. Dolphins can be spotted throughout the year.

The South Coast is a very popular region for golf. With no less then 8 Golf courses in a 70km radius of the resort, makes it a ideal venue base from which one can play a different course each day. These courses are Wild Coast Sun, San Lameer, Umdoni, Selbourne, Port Shepstone, Margate, Southbroom and Port Edward.

With the world famous Aliwal Shoal on our doorstep the South Coast offers some of the most spectacular scuba diving and deepsea fishing in South Africa.

The prolific bird-life of the area makes it a great attraction for bird-lovers, researchers and tourists alike.

there is a selection of adrenaline filled activities to participate in at the well known Oribi Gorge. Activities include river rafting, Gorge Swing, Abseiling and Kloofing.

If you would like to spend some time out in the bush exploring the natural wonders, there are some nature reserves in the area: Oribi Gorge & Lake Eland

An absolute must see for young and old, get close the the most stunning creepy crawlies.

Each year an unbelievable feeding frenzy takes place in the oceans of South Africa as billions of sardines migrate up the KwaZulu Natal coast creating a unique and exhilarating experience for divers, birders, whale watchers and anglers.

All the daily requirements can be purchased either in Port Shepstone, or Hibberdene. For those with a need to do some more serious shopping, Shelly Beach (25km) offers a larger variety at the Shelly Beach Mall and the South Coast Mall. Durban is a mere 110km away, and is a comfortable drive on highway all the way.

The well known Wild Coast Sun Casino is merely 50km away from the resort and is the ideal venue to spend the day with the family, with lots to do for both young and old.

This popular tourist attraction is one of the largest crocodile farms in South Africa and hosts not only crocodiles but also a variety of snakes, birds, monkeys and parrots

Mac Banana is so much more than just a farm stall. You will be surprised at the array of fresh fruit and vegetables on display in their store. The shelves are always well stocked with only the freshest items.

The farm is open daily with the exception of Good Friday and Christmas day each year and the operating hours are from 9h00 to 16h30 daily. Feeding takes place on Sunday afternoons.Home to more than 200 adult nile crocodiles and numerous juveniles of all sizes, tourist visiting Riverbend Crocodile Farm are able to view the crocodiles in their natural habitat.