Thompson’s Bay

Thompson’s Bay can be found just north of Ballito. This extremely popular beach has both lifeguards and shark nets to ensure the safety of the swimmers. Also found at Thompson’s Bay is Charlie’s Pool an olympic-size tidal pool which was built by one of the area's early settlers Charles de Charmoy, a large tidal pool providing safe swimming conditions for both young and old alike.

Willard Beach

Willard Beach has been granted Blue Flag Status - a status only given to beaches that are clean, safe and environmentally sound. Willard Beach provides safe swimming with qualified lifeguards seven days a week, and is protected by shark nets. It also has a fully equipped first aid station.

The beach also offers the right type of conditions for both surfing and body boarding. Competitions are held on a regular basis to showcase the best surfers and body boarders in the country.

Clarke Bay

Clarke Bay is yet another beach in Ballito, manned by lifeguards and protected by shark nets to ensure a high level of safety. Just south of Clarke Bay is the Ballito tidal pool, where many visitors, big and small, prefer to swim. The tidal pool is well maintained and some interesting sea life can be found in the pool.

Shaka’s Rock, Salt Rock and Sheffield Beach

Shaka’s Rock, Salt Rock and Sheffield Beach all offer bathing, surfing, rock pools, snorkelling, its a good choice if you are looking to avoid the crowds. Sheffield Beach is a hot spot for spear fishing and scuba diving. At Salt Rock, access to the beach is through private farms only.