Photo of Mpande beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Mpande beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Mpande beach with partly clean level of cleanliness

7.7

Very good

Mpande beach

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Mpande beach.There are 2 restaurants nearby.Hobers' view is the closest place located 1300 meters from the beach.

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

There are 5 places to stay in the Mpande beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Mpande 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=6830032&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Linga Futhi Beach Cottages</a></li><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

#11 out of 73 in Eastern Cape

7.7

Very good

Free entrance Virgin beach Picturesque Bright sand Deserted Sand bottom Good for Surfing

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Located outside the settlement

Sihlanjeni • 4.1 km

Map of beach

Bar Hobers' view

8 - Very good 930m

Restaurant Totis Restaurant

7 - Good 1.9km

Cafe Pizza H¥t

10 - Exceptional 6.7km

Restaurant The Muddy Cup Cafe

10 - Exceptional 6.7km

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About

Mpande beach is located on the Indian ocean and it is in the 11th place out of 73 beaches in the Eastern Cape region The beach is located in a natural place with very picturesque views, among the mountains.

It is a spacious bay with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, 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.

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

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities. There are also some surf spots.

To get to the beach, you need to drive along a dirt road about 2km long. Parking is located directly on the beach.

1 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Tsweleni beach, which has a rating of 5.7.

Mpande 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 • 4.1 km

Map of beach

Bar Hobers' view

8 - Very good 930m

Restaurant Totis Restaurant

7 - Good 1.9km

Cafe Pizza H¥t

10 - Exceptional 6.7km

Restaurant The Muddy Cup Cafe

10 - Exceptional 6.7km

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Stays nearby

4 accomodations nearby

18.3km from the beach

7.4 Good

Ikaya Accommodation Psj

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Sihlanjeni • 16.1km from center

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22.3km 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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22.3km 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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23.4km from the beach

8.5 Excellent

Linga Futhi Beach Cottages

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Sihlanjeni • 21.2km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 6.7 (Good)

What to do in Mpande beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that Mpande beach is excellent for surfing. This kind of activity is suitable for beginners and for professionals. The waves in this region you can see in the photos above or study the reviews by our users. And by the way, on the beach you can take surfing coaches!

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Nearest Beaches

1.6km 21 min walk

Tsweleni beach Tsweleni beach

5.7 Pleasant

5.3km

Lutatweni beach Lutatweni beach

5.8 Pleasant

6.2km

Umngazana beach Umngazana beach

7.6 Very good

7.6km

Umngazana beach II Umngazana beach II

7.5 Very good

16.7km

Umngazana beach III Umngazana beach III

7.1 Good

17.8km

Port St Johns II Port St Johns II

7 Good

18km

Presley Bay Presley Bay

6.7 Good

21.4km

Port St Johns Port St Johns

5.7 Pleasant

Localities

Nearest

Sihlanjeni • 4.1km

Transport

Airport

JOH • 21.2km

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Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

7.7 Very good

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Average Reviews rating

7.7 Very good

Zander Lefevre

10 Exceptional

The beach trip was such an adventure! The journey there and back was really exciting. The house was clean and had everything we needed. Can't wait to visit again soon.

March 2024

Larissa Stone

10 Exceptional

This beach is hands down the best vacation spot!

March 2024

Lysa Renner

10 Exceptional

Sinangwana cottage is a fantastic place to stay with a beautiful view of the sea. It's definitely worth a visit, thank you.

March 2024

Nolan Grey

10 Exceptional

The beach is fantastic with great people, offering a relaxing break filled with opportunities for walking, birdwatching, and enjoying delicious seafood.

March 2024

Elias Vandermeer

10 Exceptional

The beach is absolutely gorgeous and the hospitality is top-notch. It offers the perfect combination of care and tranquility.

March 2024

Questions and answers

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

The coastline of Mpande beach is covered with golden sand. It's relatively clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Mpande beach?

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

The Mpande beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

Surfing

Is the Mpande 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.

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

Is the Mpande 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 sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Mpande 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.

The following features add extra points:

Picturesque views of the sea and the surrounding nature

What are the key audiences of Mpande beach?

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

Hiking adventurers

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Mpande beach.

There are 2 restaurants nearby.Hobers' view is the closest place located 1300 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Mpande beach?

There are 5 places to stay in the Mpande beach area.

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

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Mpande beach from parking?

The Mpande beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres and you have to drive on a dirt road to reach it.

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

The month with the highest temperature in Mpande 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?

Mpande 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.Mpande 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.