The Goss & Balfe Sapphire Coast Marathon, organised by Amanzimtoti Athletics Club, is an annual marathon with a new route announced in 2023 taking runners and walkers along the Amanzimtoti coastline. Distances for this race will be 10km, 21.1km and 42.2km, with the longest route …
Over the Easter and festive season periods, the Sapphire Coast Holiday Programme is in full swing with holidaymakers entertained at various locations. The programme includes beachside activities, awareness campaigns and fun competitions.
Since 1963, the Sapphire Coast has been kitted out in tartan once a year as The Highland Gathering takes over. Around 10 000 visitors descend on Amanzimtoti for the biggest gathering of pipe bands in the southern hemisphere. The sound of bagpipes from around 24 bands …
The Sapphire Coast plays host to two Parkruns every Saturday: Amanzimtoti Parkrun and East Coast Brewery Parkrun. These are free, fun, and friendly 5km events where participants can walk, jog, or run. Both events start at 8am with the Amanzimtoti Parkrun meeting at Beach Road, …
This centre strives to provide the best facilities and a safe, secure, clean environment for the local sporting and recreation community to enjoy. This is set in a tranquil valley bordering the Amanzimtoti River and is a real gem, offering a variety of sports codes …
Considered the heart of Umkomaas, the Hope Shop sells beautiful, hand-picked gifts, clothing, jewellery and other accessories crafted locally and sourced from around the world. Popular with locals and tourists alike, there is a delightful mixture of items to browse, and wonderful keepsakes to be …
This Marine Protected Area (MPA), found just off the coast of Umkomaas, is considered one of the world’s top warm water dive sites, attracting intrepid scuba divers from around the world to its spectacular marine ecosystem. Charter boats are available to take divers to the …
This is a former German-American mission town that has become a prime beachside destination, with the Green Point lighthouse a popular attraction. The Clansthal Conservancy, between the Mhlongwana and Mhlongwa rivers, is a jewel of the Upper South Coast, protecting the area’s rich biodiversity.
