NB. ADMINISTRATION CHARGE R100 per booking irrespective the length of stay
Out of season – long weekend – 2/3 days
1 bed - R250
2 bed - R400
3 bed - R500
3 bed* - R600
3 bed** - R700
4 bed - R700
More than just relaxation Scottburgh promises to jam-pack your holiday with fun and entertainment.
Sardine run
Every year the South Coast experiences one of the wonders of nature. From July to August the great Sardine run can be expected when millions of these fish make their way up the coast. They are followed by thousands of game fish, sharks and dolphins. When they beach themselves frenzied activity takes place on the beach. This when experienced is something you will always remember.
Scuba Diving
At nearby Umkomaas lies the Aliwal Shoal. The reef is rated as one of the foremost dive sites in the world. The water is generally warm all year round and seldom drops below 20 degrees centigrade(celsius). Aliwal Shoal lies 5 km’s offshore just South of Umkomaas. The Shoal is a fossilised sand dune comprising a variety of sponges, soft and hard coral as well as a reef fish, turtles and rays. Divers looking for adventure can also dive between the ragged tooth shark (no cage).
Schools of dolphins and pods of whales are frequent visitors to the Shoal as well.
There are also two shipwrecks, which can contribute to great diving
There is “Nebo” a 2000 ton steamship that sunk on 20 may 1884 lying upside down 28 metres below sea level.
Then there is the “Produce” a Norwegian bulk carrier that sunk on 11 August 1974. The rusted framework is home to many species of fish making it an excellent dive. The bridge of the vessel is 12 metres under the surface with the ship on a sandbed approximately 35 metres below sea level.
Beaches
The main bathing beach is Scottburgh’s greatest asset and one of the best on the South Coast. The protected bay provides both swimmers and surfers with a gradual slope and perfectly formed waves. The main swimming beach has shark nets, life guards, saltwater swimming pool, supertube, miniature golf and a miniature train. There are umbrellas, deckchairs, surfboards and paddleski's to hire and the showers and toilets are kept clean.
Crocworld
Crocworld has become a major tourist venue on the South Coast . Nile crocodiles as well as alligators, African long-snouted and Dwarf crocodiles are displayed. Feeding takes place twice a day.
Aliwal Craft market
The Aliwal craft market takes place every first Sunday of the month on the banks of the Mpambanyoni river and offers doll-making, pottery, woodwork, food and many more on offer from the locals. During holidays more Sundays are added.
Green point lighthouse
The lighthouse is a national monument situated on a hill overlooking the dangerous Aliwal Shoal to warn ships.
Sezela sugarmill
It is one of the largest in the country and tours can be arranged by contacting the Scottburgh publicity association.
Nature Reserves
Empisini Nature reserve
Walking trails through dense marshland with a variety of wildlife which includes monkeys, mongoose, bushbuck and several others.
Pack a picnic lunch as this is definitely worth a visit.
T.C.Robertson Nature reserve
The reserve is a popular picnic and braai venue for those that enjoy spending a pleasant day in the country bird watching. The reserve has more than 200 species of birds.
Vernon Crookes Nature reserve
It hosts abundant wildlife such as impala, blue wildebeest, zebra, eland and porcupine amongst others. The reserve has 12 km’s of tourist roads and has pleasant picnic sites available.
Fishing Charters
Whether you want to hook up with a cuda, turbulent tuna or just some breams this area boasts a wide variety of fishing. Make sure a camera is on hand to capture the big fish on film for the crowd back home. They might not believe you (envy). To book a charter either go down to the Rocky Bay Ski Boat club or the Lark Inn on Scott street.
Other
This holiday town offers holidaymakers a host of sporting activities from golf (boast a few Golf courses), tennis to squash, bowls or horse riding. There are plenty of restaurants, take-aways and coffee shops which includes the Hooded thief, Wimpy, The Golden Grill, Atlanta Spur and a host of others. There is no shortage of shops either. Visit the Scottburgh shopping mall, the town’s latest gem which includes a movie house amongst other great shopping venue’s.
Also remember Seaworld in Durban is only 55 km’s away.