Photo of Tsweleni beach with bright sand & rocks surface

Photo of Tsweleni beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Tsweleni beach with spacious bay

5.7

Pleasant

Tsweleni beach

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Tsweleni beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Tsweleni beach.There are 2 restaurants nearby.Hobers' view is the closest place located 500 meters from the beach.

Q: What is the closest accommodation to the Tsweleni beach?

There are 4 places to stay in the Tsweleni beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Tsweleni beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3105410&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">The Spotted Grunter Resort</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3381897&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Tranquility PsJ</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3676342&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Ikaya Accommodation Psj</a></li></ul>

Umngazana, South Africa

#70 out of 73 in Eastern Cape

5.7

Pleasant

Free entrance Virgin beach Deserted

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Located outside the settlement

Sihlanjeni • 5.2 km

Map of beach

Bar Hobers' view

8 - Very good 380m

Restaurant Totis Restaurant

7 - Good 2.7km

Cafe Pizza H¥t

10 - Exceptional 8.3km

Restaurant The Muddy Cup Cafe

10 - Exceptional 8.3km

Park Hluleka Nature Reserve

8.4km

Tourist Attraction Giligil's Beach Cottage

8.2km

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About

Tsweleni beach is located on the Indian ocean and it is in the 70th place out of 73 beaches in the Eastern Cape region The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains.

It is a spacious bay with crystal turquoise water and bright sand & rocks cover, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, hikers etc. It is almost deserted place even during the high season.

Tsweleni beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

To get to the beach, you need to drive along a dirt road about 2km long.

2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Mpande beach, which has a rating of 7.7.

Tsweleni beach (Eastern Cape) is located outside the Sihlanjeni settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.

Weather

history

+23 ^o C +12 ^o C

Air temperature

6.1 M/S

Wind

+22 ^o C

Water temperature

4 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Sihlanjeni • 5.2 km

Map of beach

Bar Hobers' view

8 - Very good 380m

Restaurant Totis Restaurant

7 - Good 2.7km

Cafe Pizza H¥t

10 - Exceptional 8.3km

Restaurant The Muddy Cup Cafe

10 - Exceptional 8.3km

Park Hluleka Nature Reserve

8.4km

Tourist Attraction Giligil's Beach Cottage

8.2km

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Stays nearby

3 accomodations nearby

19.9km from the beach

7.4 Good

Ikaya Accommodation Psj

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Sihlanjeni • 16.1km from center

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23.9km from the beach

7.5 Very good

The Spotted Grunter Resort

Resort

Located at nearest locality

Sihlanjeni • 19.5km from center

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23.9km from the beach

7.6 Very good

Tranquility PsJ

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Located at nearest locality

Sihlanjeni • 20.1km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 6.8 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

1.6km 21 min walk

Mpande beach Mpande beach

7.7 Very good

3.9km

Lutatweni beach Lutatweni beach

5.8 Pleasant

7.8km

Umngazana beach Umngazana beach

7.6 Very good

9.1km

Umngazana beach II Umngazana beach II

7.5 Very good

16.5km

Presley Bay Presley Bay

6.7 Good

18.2km

Umngazana beach III Umngazana beach III

7.1 Good

19.4km

Port St Johns II Port St Johns II

7 Good

20.7km

Lutsheni beach Lutsheni beach

4.8 Tolerable

Localities

Nearest

Sihlanjeni • 5.2km

Transport

Airport

JOH • 22.8km

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Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

5.7 Pleasant

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Average Reviews rating

5.7 Pleasant

Renzo Vandermeer

10 Exceptional

My family and I had an amazing December vacation at Mashomani's beach. We decided to rent out the entire place, which provided plenty of room for everyone to sleep comfortably. The kitchen was fully equipped, and the views from the beach were absolutely stunning.

October 2023

Andrew Sullivan

8 Very good

A charming destination for a peaceful getaway.

October 2023

Lara Thompson

10 Exceptional

The beach offers a peaceful location on a hill, allowing for scenic views of both the land and the ocean. It is an ideal spot for a quick stop or a short getaway. The self-catering facilities are kept in great condition, and they provide all the necessary amenities, including a microwave. The showers are hot, and the bathrooms are kept clean and beautifully designed. There is a variety of accommodation options available, ranging from a dorm room for R100 per night to private rooms or rondavels. I highly recommend paying a visit to this travel hub!

October 2023

Baxter Ellington

6 Pleasant

The accommodation is clean and pleasant, providing a laid-back atmosphere.

October 2023

Inara S. Ingelton

8 Very good

The setting is absolutely perfect! The verandah is lovely, with a beautiful view of the bay. The cottages and rooms are neat and tidy. The bathroom is clean, and there's a warm water shower available! Camping is nice, although it can be a bit challenging to secure tent pegs due to the rocks. Every day, there are crayfish, oysters, mussels, and beadwork available for purchase. There's a night guard on duty every night for added security. It's a great place to stay if you're planning fishing parties!

October 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Tsweleni beach?

The beach has a sandy and rocky covering of gold color. It's relatively clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and rocks, so it is highly recommended to wear aqua shoes.

What are the key activities at Tsweleni beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Tsweleni beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Tsweleni beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The area has the high prevalence of sharks so all swimmers should be very careful.

Tsweleni beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

Is the Tsweleni beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with mixture of sand and stones and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Tsweleni beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The beach is located in a natural area. In the high season, there are still almost no visitors, which makes this place ideal for a secluded holiday.

What are the key audiences of Tsweleni beach?

Tsweleni beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Hiking adventurers

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Tsweleni beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Tsweleni beach.

There are 2 restaurants nearby.Hobers' view is the closest place located 500 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Tsweleni beach?

There are 4 places to stay in the Tsweleni beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Tsweleni beach include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

Ikaya Accommodation Psj

How far is the Tsweleni beach from parking?

The Tsweleni beach has no parking spot and you have to drive on a dirt road to reach it.

What is the best time of the year to visit Tsweleni beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Tsweleni beach is February. Its average value reaches 25°C. The warmest sea is in February, the average value is 25°C. The coldest month is August with air temperature 21°C and water 21°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Tsweleni beach (Eastern Cape) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Tsweleni beach (Eastern Cape) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.