Local Attractions
Discover the best of the South Coast with these exciting destinations just a short drive from Secret Sands.
Mac Banana Lifestyle Centre
Has a specialty food store and several restaurants famous for their pancakes. There are a number of other attractions such as a small animal farm, quad bike rides, a butterfly dome and mini golf.
Wild Coast Sun Casino & Water Park
A pupolar popular and familry freidnly destination with many attractions such as a golf course, waterpark, boat rides, horse rides, casino, arcade, and restaurants.
Mpenjati Nature Reserve
Great for fishing and has shady picnic spots open to the public.
Beaver Creek Coffee Estate & Roastary
Open for breakfasts and lunches, offer farm tours, bike trails, and sell their special coffees. Take a tour to see how coffee is grown and roasted, and enjoy a freshly brewed cup.
Red Desert Nature Reserve
Discover the world's smallest desert, a striking landscape of red sand dunes just a short distance from the coast. A unique spot for photos and exploration.
Umtamvuna Nature Reserve
A must visit for nature lovers and hikers. There are waling trails along the top of the george and through the forested river valley. The bird viewing is fantastic, and although they are such shy animals, small antelope can also be spotted.
Beach Trail Run/Walk
A weekly trail run/walk that takes place along the scenic Silver Beach in Port Edward. 5km trail run every Tuesday and Thursday at 17:00. Contact Clayton Bekker: 082 332 5032
The Old Pont
The Pont offers a variety of exciting watersports on the Umtamvuna River, including river cruises, speed boat rides, tube rides and kayaking.
Shelly Centre and South Coast Mall
Shopping malls near Shelly Beach, both with a large variety of shops and stores.
Oribi Gorge
Famous for Leopard Rock hanging out over the gorge with spectacular views if you are brave enough to venture out on it, abseiling is also offered. Find the Wild 5 Adventures for thrill seekers and explorers. Also, visit Lake Eland Game Reserve nearby.
