The South Coast

Head south from Amanzimtoti and the coast gets quieter: small beach towns, tidal pools and green river valleys.

Beach towns & tidal pools

Calm tidal pools along the coast are ideal for little swimmers.

Children watching a crocodile from a wooden walkway

Crocodiles & reptiles

Crocworld at Scottburgh: crocodiles, snakes and birds, a favourite with young explorers.

Oribi Gorge

A dramatic gorge for a longer day out, with viewpoints and walks.

Want more ideas, events and opening times? See Cabana Mio's map of KZN and its area guides.

Plan the day on the South Coast

Head south on the N2 for about 25 minutes. Crocworld and Scottburgh are close together, so they make one easy day out.

Time the visit around Crocworld's snake talks and crocodile feeds (set times, usually morning and mid-afternoon; check on the day), then picnic and swim at Scottburgh, where the tidal pool suits small swimmers.

Swim only where the lifeguards are on duty, between the flags. Older children who like a bigger adventure can make a longer day of Oribi Gorge, about an hour and a half south, with its views over the gorge; it is a long drive for toddlers.

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Drive times from your duplex

Scottburgh main beach and tidal pool
Lifeguarded beach with a tidal pool for little swimmers. Good with children · Lifeguards · Free26 min · 33 km
Crocworld Conservation Centre
Crocodiles, snakes, birds and a farmyard; set feeding times. Good with children · Animals & nature27 min · 29 km
Pure Venom Reptile Park
One of Africa's largest reptile parks; daily snake shows, croc feeds on Sundays. Good with children · Animals & nature73 min · 106 km
Riverbend Crocodile Farm
Crocodiles, snake demonstrations and a tea garden near Margate. Good with children · Animals & nature81 min · 117 km
Oribi Gorge Nature Reserve
Gorge views, walks, the swing and the zip-line; a long day for little ones. Animals & nature86 min · 118 km

By road, without traffic. Each place checked as open in October 2026; check opening times before you go.