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Zimbali beach

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Zimbali beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Thava Indian & Continental Ballito is the closest place located 2800 meters from the beach.

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

There are 1048 places to stay in the Zimbali beach area.The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2249127&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Zimbali Suite 107</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2406927&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Zimbali Suite 113</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2258487&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Zimbali Suites 106</a></li></ul>

Ballito, South Africa

#50 out of 59 in KwaZulu-Natal

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Hotel guests only Hotel beach Easy access Brown fine sand Deserted Fine sand bottom Good for Surfing

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Located outside the settlement

Zimbali • 1.2 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Thava Indian & Continental Ballito

8.6 - Excellent 2.7km

Restaurant The Galley Beach Bar & Grill Seafood Restaurant

8 - Very good 2.9km

Restaurant NIKOS Ballito Bay

9 - Excellent 2.9km

Restaurant Angelos Kitchen

3.2km

Cafe Vuyo Jula

3.5km

Restaurant Zara's Lite

8 - Very good 4km

Cafe Wild Bean Cafe

6 - Pleasant 4.1km

Cafe BP Drive In Motors

7 - Good 4.1km

Cafe Tree Natural Cafe

8.2 - Very good 4.2km

Tourist Attraction Crocodile Creek

8.2 - Very good 2.6km

Tourist Attraction Hole In The Wall

9.2 - Excellent 5.5km

Tourist Attraction Thompson Bay Rock Pool

9.2 - Excellent 5.6km

Tourist Attraction The Jump Park

8.8 - Excellent 8.2km

Tourist Attraction Sugar Rush Park

8.6 - Excellent 8.2km

Tourist Attraction Tiffany's Beach

8.8 - Excellent 8.4km

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About

Zimbali beach is located on the Indian ocean and it is in the 50th place out of 59 beaches in the KwaZulu-Natal region The beach is located in a natural place.

It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and brown fine 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 almost deserted place even during the high season.

Zimbali beach shoreline is completely occupied by the hotels. The beach facilities are only available to hotel guests. Their list includes, toilets. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities. This beach is popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding. There are also some surf spots.

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

2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Willard beach, which has a rating of 8.1.

Zimbali beach (KwaZulu-Natal) is located outside the Zimbali 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 Zimbali 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

+22 ^o C +15 ^o C

Air temperature

5.3 M/S

Wind

+22 ^o C

Water temperature

2.5 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Zimbali • 1.2 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Thava Indian & Continental Ballito

8.6 - Excellent 2.7km

Restaurant The Galley Beach Bar & Grill Seafood Restaurant

8 - Very good 2.9km

Restaurant NIKOS Ballito Bay

9 - Excellent 2.9km

Restaurant Angelos Kitchen

3.2km

Cafe Vuyo Jula

3.5km

Restaurant Zara's Lite

8 - Very good 4km

Cafe Wild Bean Cafe

6 - Pleasant 4.1km

Cafe BP Drive In Motors

7 - Good 4.1km

Cafe Tree Natural Cafe

8.2 - Very good 4.2km

Tourist Attraction Crocodile Creek

8.2 - Very good 2.6km

Tourist Attraction Hole In The Wall

9.2 - Excellent 5.5km

Tourist Attraction Thompson Bay Rock Pool

9.2 - Excellent 5.6km

Tourist Attraction The Jump Park

8.8 - Excellent 8.2km

Tourist Attraction Sugar Rush Park

8.6 - Excellent 8.2km

Tourist Attraction Tiffany's Beach

8.8 - Excellent 8.4km

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Located at nearest locality

Zimbali • 1.3km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.8 (Very good)

What to do in Zimbali 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 Zimbali 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!

Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Zimbali beach welcomes you, offering kite and windsurfing. If on the contrary, it is not your kind of activity, we recommend you to find another beach, since the presence of lots of kite surfers on water can have a negative impact on the comfort of your leisure.

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Nearest Beaches

3.8km

Westbrook beach Westbrook beach

8 Very good

4.6km

Willard beach Willard beach

8.1 Very good

5.6km

Thompsons beach Thompsons beach

8.2 Very good

7.5km

Salt Rock beach Salt Rock beach

8.1 Very good

13.9km

Umdloti South beach Umdloti South beach

8.2 Very good

14.6km

Tinley Manor beach I Tinley Manor beach I

6.6 Good

16km

Tinley Manor beach II Tinley Manor beach II

7.6 Very good

20.8km

Umhlanga beach Umhlanga beach

7.6 Very good

Localities

Nearest

Zimbali • 1.2km

Transport

Airport

DUR • 9.4km

Bus Station

Page D C • 2.8km

Train Station

Umhlali • 9.9km

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Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

7 Good

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Average Reviews rating

7 Good

J Kavera

10 Exceptional

One of the top destinations to explore while in KZN. The scenery is absolutely stunning, but unfortunately, the overall service doesn't meet expectations. 😕 The food was excellent and definitely worth the price, and surprisingly, the restaurant wasn't crowded even though it was peak season. We visited for a birthday celebration, and although the restaurant does offer cake, we decided to bring our own from a trusted baker. As a result, we were charged a cakeage fee, similar to corkage. Since we didn't have any decorations or balloons, I can't comment on how they handle those requests. However, the views are fantastic and the atmosphere is enjoyable.

February 2024

Shay Ramona

8 Very good

The beach is absolutely stunning, the rooms are spacious, and the service at the resort is flawless. Yesterday, my partner and I had our engagement set up here and it was done perfectly. The only downside is that the fire room can become uncomfortably hot because of the central cooling system in the resort.

February 2024

Kylan Jenson

10 Exceptional

The beach was quite impressive. I had higher expectations in terms of the activities available. Although some staff members did offer assistance, the staff at the front desk were particularly friendly and always had a smile on their faces. There were a couple of switches in the room that were not functioning properly. However, overall, it was a fantastic experience.

February 2024

Janny K

8 Very good

The room and view were incredible. The service I received was mostly outstanding, but unfortunately, I left behind a personal item when I checked out. I called to ask if they could hold it for me, but they said they would call me back and never did. I followed up again, but still didn't get a response. Thankfully, the item was only worth about R500. Besides that, I am absolutely amazed by the beauty of this place! I definitely recommend it.

February 2024

Emily Anderson

10 Exceptional

We held our four-day Company conference at the Capital Zimbali resort with over 100 delegates, and it was absolutely fantastic! The resort's location was ideal, and the service we received was truly outstanding. The food provided was of the highest quality. I want to give a special shout out to Letato, Siya, and the entire team for taking such great care of us. I cannot stress enough how highly I recommend this resort for both personal and professional purposes. If you're in search of an incredible vacation or conference venue, this place should definitely be at the top of your list.

February 2024

Questions and answers

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

The Zimbali beach is covered with brown fine 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 also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.

What are the key activities at Zimbali beach?

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

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

Kite and windsurfing
Surfing

Is the Zimbali 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.

The waves in the Zimbali beach are usually strong.

Is the Zimbali beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. The beach is owned by hotel so its guests have access to the entire infrastructure. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Zimbali 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.

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Zimbali beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Thava Indian & Continental Ballito is the closest place located 2800 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Zimbali beach?

There are 1048 places to stay in the Zimbali beach area.

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Zimbali beach from parking?

The Zimbali 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 Zimbali beach?

There are 1 attractions near Zimbali beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Crocodile Creek located in 2.6 km. See the attractions section for details.

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

The month with the highest temperature in Zimbali beach is March. Its average value reaches 27°C. The warmest sea is in February, the average value is 26°C. The coldest month is July with air temperature 22°C and water 22°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Zimbali 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.Zimbali 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.