Title: Visit Margate: Best of Margate Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Margate](https://expedia.ca/Margate-Hotels.d2280.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Margate](https://expedia.ca/Margate-Vacation-Rentals.d2280.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Margate Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Margate.d2280.Car-Rental-Guide)[Margate Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Margate.d2280.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Margate ## Travel Guide ![Photo provided by South African Tourism](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/44000/44743-Margate.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by South African Tourism](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/44000/44743-Margate.jpg) ![Photo provided by South African Tourism](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/44000/44742-Margate.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by South African Tourism](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/44000/44742-Margate.jpg) ![Photo provided by South African Tourism](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/44000/44744-Margate.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by South African Tourism](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/44000/44744-Margate.jpg) ![Photo provided by South African Tourism](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/44000/44741-Margate.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by South African Tourism](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/44000/44741-Margate.jpg) ![Photo by Darryn Letley](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/e1006d89137f4b61293f616250fd1158.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Darryn Letley](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/e1006d89137f4b61293f616250fd1158.jpg) ## Visit Margate Where to stay Things to do #### Relax on the beautiful beaches, swim in the pristine water and learn to surf in this luxury oceanfront town on the KwaZulu-Natal South Coast. Margate has an abundance of beaches, outdoor recreational activities, restaurants and shopping locations. See exotic birds, play a round of golf and relax on the sandy beaches at this pretty resort town. Explore the rivers, natural areas and lagoons. Dive, snorkel and swim in the warm Indian Ocean. Relax at Margate’s attractive Margate Main Beach, an accredited Blue Flag beach. Swim in the sub-tropical water or play beach volleyball. Lifeguards operate on this beach, making it perfect for families. With swimming pools and restaurants, the Main Beach is one of the most popular areas in Margate. Stroll along Beach Road and Marine Road for more bars, restaurants and shops. Dive into the warm water and spot colourful tropical fish and coral reefs. Protea Banks is a wonderful spot for scuba diving and snorkeling, where you’ll see large schools of fish and possibly sharks. Rent a canoe or a paddleboard and explore one of the many lagoons on the coast. Take a speedboat ride and learn to waterski on the Umtamvuna River. The Umzimkulu River also has exciting water activities, including Jet Skiing and river tubing. Wander through the aviary at the Uvongo River Nature Reserve and learn about its many exotic birds. See rare species including the grey waxbill and purple-banded sunbird. This 69-acre (28-hectare) reserve is known for its walking trails and riverine birds. Play a round of golf at the Margate Country Club’s immaculate course or a game of bowls on the club’s green. Margate is located about a 15-minute drive southwest of Port Shepstone and 100 miles (170 kilometres) from King Shaka International Airport. Travel from Durban, a journey of about 80 miles (130 kilometres). You’ll find the right place to relax in its oceanfront rooms, cottages and guesthouses. Try canoeing, boardsailing, snorkeling and many other exciting water activities in the remarkable resort town of Margate. ### Where to stay in Margate ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Manaba Beach Though Manaba Beach might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Uvongo Beach and Margate Beach. [](https://expedia.ca/Margate-Manaba-Beach.dx553248635974587416) - Margate Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Margate ![Margate Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18660000/18654300/18654241/4f549c38_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Margate Hotel Lot 3139 Marine Drive, Margate, KwaZulu-Natal CA $66 CA $77 total Oct 11 - Oct 12 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 3-star hotel in Margate. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Margate Beach and Hibiscus Mall Centre are ... 7.4/10 Good! (143 reviews) "Great experience, welcoming and friendly staff. Quick to repond and solve any issues. Cleaning staff doing great job. Will most definitely come back" Reviewed on Jan 6, 2024 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F10%2F2025&endDate=12%2F10%2F2025&selected=18654241&PinnedHotelID=18654241&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=2280) ![Margate Beach Club](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9460000/9458300/9458217/0045af45_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Margate Beach Club 5 Duke Road, Margate, KwaZulu-Natal CA $81 CA $93 total Oct 12 - Oct 13 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 3-star beach apartment in Margate. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Margate Beach and Hibiscus Mall ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (24 reviews) Lovely place "Lovely units, super clean and amazing for families with young children." 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