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7.2

Good

Granny's Tidal beach

Southbroom, South Africa

#42 out of 59 in KwaZulu-Natal

7.2

Good

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Short walking distance Parking nearby

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Located outside the settlement

Southbroom • 0.8 km

Map of beach

Restaurant The Beach house

7.4 - Good 420m

Bar Riptide Restaurant

6.8 - Good 430m

Cafe Coffee on the Square

8.6 - Excellent 790m

Restaurant Vintage Street Café

8.8 - Excellent 870m

Restaurant O'Nelly's Pizza Café

9.2 - Excellent 870m

Restaurant Hookies Takeaway

8.4 - Very good 880m

Cafe Hippi Fish Cafe - Southbroom

9.4 - Excellent 880m

Restaurant Mulligan's @Southbroom Golf Club

9 - Excellent 1km

Restaurant Southbroom Golf Club Restaurant

8 - Very good 1.1km

Tourist Attraction Southbroom Main Beach

9.4 - Excellent 80m

Tourist Attraction Lewin Road Admiralty Zone

8 - Very good 200m

Tourist Attraction Park Lane Admiralty Zone

8 - Very good 420m

Tourist Attraction Shad Rock Beach

570m

Tourist Attraction Woodlands Road Admiralty Zone

8 - Very good 760m

Tourist Attraction Southbroom Golf Club

9.2 - Excellent 1.1km

Tourist Attraction Frederika Preserve Admiral Zone

10 - Exceptional 1.2km

Tourist Attraction Riverbend Crocodile Farm

8.2 - Very good 1.7km

Tourist Attraction Sea Village Admiralty Zone

8 - Very good 1.8km

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About

Granny's Tidal beach is located on the Indian ocean and it is in the 42th place out of 59 beaches in the KwaZulu-Natal region The beach is located in a natural place.

It is a spacious coastline 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 etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Granny's Tidal 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.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

5 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Ramsgate beach, which has a rating of 8.3.

Granny's Tidal beach (KwaZulu-Natal) is located outside the Southbroom 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 and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Granny's Tidal beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., 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

+24 ^o C +18 ^o C

Air temperature

7.9 M/S

Wind

+22 ^o C

Water temperature

4.1 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Southbroom • 0.8 km

Map of beach

Restaurant The Beach house

7.4 - Good 420m

Bar Riptide Restaurant

6.8 - Good 430m

Cafe Coffee on the Square

8.6 - Excellent 790m

Restaurant Vintage Street Café

8.8 - Excellent 870m

Restaurant O'Nelly's Pizza Café

9.2 - Excellent 870m

Restaurant Hookies Takeaway

8.4 - Very good 880m

Cafe Hippi Fish Cafe - Southbroom

9.4 - Excellent 880m

Restaurant Mulligan's @Southbroom Golf Club

9 - Excellent 1km

Restaurant Southbroom Golf Club Restaurant

8 - Very good 1.1km

Tourist Attraction Southbroom Main Beach

9.4 - Excellent 80m

Tourist Attraction Lewin Road Admiralty Zone

8 - Very good 200m

Tourist Attraction Park Lane Admiralty Zone

8 - Very good 420m

Tourist Attraction Shad Rock Beach

570m

Tourist Attraction Woodlands Road Admiralty Zone

8 - Very good 760m

Tourist Attraction Southbroom Golf Club

9.2 - Excellent 1.1km

Tourist Attraction Frederika Preserve Admiral Zone

10 - Exceptional 1.2km

Tourist Attraction Riverbend Crocodile Farm

8.2 - Very good 1.7km

Tourist Attraction Sea Village Admiralty Zone

8 - Very good 1.8km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.7 (Very good)

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Palm beach Palm beach

7.3 Good

Localities

Nearest

Southbroom • 830m

Transport

Airport

MGH • 6.4km

Bus Station

Eriksson B L • 68.4km

Train Station

Mangqula • 15.9km

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7.2 Good

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7.2 Good

Lena-Marie Duvallier

10 Exceptional

Love it

March 2023

Lynette Orlin

8 Very good

It would be lovely to have a couple of benches on the beach as it can be quite challenging for elderly individuals to sit comfortably on the rocks or sand. Nevertheless, overall, the beach provides a delightful experience.

March 2023

Lillian Parker

8 Very good

The beach is an absolute beauty! It boasts a stunning layout that is also accommodating for those with disabilities. The experience is simply amazing, and it will leave you in awe.

March 2023

Adam Garnet

10 Exceptional

Southbroom Granny's Tidal Pool is an excellent spot to soak up the sun and enjoy the natural beauty of the beach. The facilities are well-maintained and spotlessly clean, making it an ideal destination for visitors of all ages. In addition to swimming and sunbathing, the fishing opportunities here are also very successful. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an exciting adventure, Southbroom Granny's Tidal Pool has something for everyone.

March 2023

Darian Peterson

10 Exceptional

This beach is a fantastic spot for families, with a pool that offers something for everyone. The facilities are top-notch, including wheelchair accessibility and well-maintained restrooms and showers. The tidal pool is a highlight, with fresh sea water flowing in with each high tide. While the waves can be a bit rough during high tide, the pool is a safe alternative to swimming in the open ocean, where there are no lifeguards on duty. Overall, this beach is a must-visit for anyone seeking a relaxing and enjoyable day in the sun.

March 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Granny's Tidal beach?

The coastline of Granny's Tidal beach is covered with golden sand. Unfortunately it's not very 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 Granny's Tidal beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Granny's Tidal 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 Granny's Tidal 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.

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

Is the Granny's Tidal 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 Granny's Tidal beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Granny's Tidal beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Granny's Tidal beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.The Beach house is the closest place located 400 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Granny's Tidal beach?

There are 987 places to stay in the Granny's Tidal beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Granny's Tidal beach include:

Coral Tree Colony Bed & Breakfast

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How far is the Granny's Tidal beach from parking?

The Granny's Tidal 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.

Are there any attractions nearby Granny's Tidal beach?

There are 4 attractions near Granny's Tidal beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Southbroom Main Beach located in 0 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Granny's Tidal beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Granny's Tidal beach is March. Its average value reaches 25°C. The warmest sea is in February, the average value is 26°C. The coldest month is August with air temperature 21°C and water 22°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Granny's Tidal beach (KwaZulu-Natal) 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.Granny's Tidal beach (KwaZulu-Natal) 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.