Must see attractions
Margate Beach Club is surrounded by a fantastic selection of attractions.
The resort offers many activities to keep the entire family entertained, but there are still plenty of nearby attractions around Margate to explore during your stay.
Some of those include a number of Blue Flag beaches, the Wild Coast Casino, Lake Eland Game Reserve, Beaver Creek Coffee Farm, Pure Venom and Wild 5 Adventures to name but a few.
Our Top Suggestions
Wild Waves Waterpark
50 min driveLocated at the Wild Coast Sun, Wild Waves Water Park is the undisputed champion of world-class water rides. Offering a heart-stopping array of exhilarating slides, including the unparalleled Aqualoop, the thrilling Superbowl, the electrifying Boomerango, and not one, but two daringly steep body slides, they guarantee an adrenaline-fueled experience like no other. Their diverse selection of water slides guarantees non-stop excitement for everyone.
Lake Eland Game Reserve
51 min driveChoose from activities like self game drives to view abundant wildlife and flora, walking on the 80m suspension bridge, or try the thrilling Zipline Tour. They also offer horse riding, hiking, mountain biking, paintball, fishing, picnic sites, and 4x4 tracks. Enjoy a meal at the fully licensed restaurant located near a children's playground.
Pure Venom
19 min drivePure Venom Reptile Park, the largest reptile farm in Africa, is nestled in Izotsha near Shelly Beach among centuries-old wild olive trees. The park boasts a vast collection of native and foreign reptiles, offering visitors an intimate experience with snakes, iguanas, and crocodiles. Here, you can learn fascinating facts about snakes, such as egg-eating ones having teeth in their necks and mole snakes birthing up to 95 babies. Brave visitors can pose for a photo with a python, mamba, cobra, or viper. The park also houses nine species of rattlesnake, the most diverse collection outside America, and five species of crocodile.
River Bend Crocodile Park
14 min driveRiverbend Crocodile Farm, located on a beautiful estate, houses over 200 adult Nile crocodiles, various juveniles, and several bird species. The south coast's last crocodile was seen in 1864, after causing havoc on Uvongo beach. Riverbend primarily sources its crocodiles from Spencer's Creek in Victoria Falls, although it has been breeding its own since 1983. The farm features naturalistic breeding enclosures and an education center offering insights into the life cycle of crocodiles and snakes, as well as farm operations.
Deep Sea Fishing Charters
13 min drivePrepare your fishing equipment and reserve a deep sea fishing adventure with any of the numerous charter services located on the South Coast. With ideal weather conditions and the inviting warmth of the Indian Ocean to delve into, deep sea fishing offers an incredible experience for both beginners and seasoned professionals alike.
Wild Coast Casino
50 min driveUnleash your wild side at the Wild Coast Casino! They're bursting with an electrifying mix of table games and slot machines, meticulously designed to cater to every taste. Experience the thrill of the slot machines, powered by ultra-secure and seamless smart card technology. Let the games begin!
Beaver Creek Coffee Farm
33 min driveExplore the coffee world at Beaver Creek Coffee Estate. Learn about unique flavours from global coffee regions and perfect brewing techniques through our daily 'crop to cup' tour. Enjoy freshly roasted specialty coffees, light meals, and tasty cakes at their Estate Café.
Beaches
2 min driveSouth Africa's South Coast offers stunning beaches and great weather. Its warm Indian Ocean and vast sandy stretches are perfect for swimming, surfing, snorkelling, and sunbathing. Several South Coast beaches, including Ramsgate, Hibberdene, Margate, and Marina, have earned the Blue Flag status, placing them among the world's finest. Other notable beaches are St Michaels on Sea, Lucien Beach, Banana Beach, and Southbroom. The excellent waves attract local and international surfers, and the area is popular for SCUBA diving, snorkelling, and shark cage diving. Dolphin and whale watching are also favourite activities.
Shelly Centre
11 min driveThe Shelly Centre, located in Shelly Beach, is a hub for shoppers. It houses a number of popular chains and unique boutiques, offering a wide range of products for everyone. Stores include @Home, Woolworths, Truworths, Foschini, Edgars, Clicks, Total Sports, Spec-Savers, Pick n Pay, Queenspark, and Rip Curl.
Butterfly Valley
13 min driveThis attraction offers a unique glimpse of a wide variety of locally bred butterflies in their natural habitat, allowing visitors to witness their entire life cycle. Ramsgate Butterfly Valley focuses on the protection and education of indigenous South African butterfly species, providing a hands-on, immersive experience for its visitors.
Mac Banana
20 min driveMac Bananas is a unique family-friendly venue nestled in a banana farm. More than a traditional farm stall, it offers preserves, fresh produce, and sweet treats, along with a wine cellar, art gallery, and nursery. Kids can enjoy an animal farm, mini golf, quad biking, and a playground, allowing parents to unwind. The Banana Café serves delightful dishes, including their signature giant pancakes with various fillings.
Wild 5 Adventures - Oribi Gorge
43 min driveFor an adrenaline spike, visit Wild 5 Extreme Adventure Company. Dare to try the Wild swing, free-falling over Lehrs Falls at 120 km/h along a 100-meter arc. If that's too intense, abseil or slide across the gorge 160 meters above the valley floor. Or, explore unspoiled nature on a Quad Bike for a four-wheel adventure. With these exciting options, you're guaranteed an unforgettable experience.