Margate

The commercial centre of the Hibiscus Coast, Margate is one of the country’s most popular holiday destinations, blessed with long stretches of golden beachfront and offering a diversity of activities, entertainment, shopping and accommodation choices. The region offers something for everyone: Surfing is a popular sport in the warm waters of the Indian Ocean; Margate Lagoon is ideal for kayaking, boating and board sailing; nature lovers will enjoy the Margate Bird Park, the crocodile farm and nearby riverside reserves; and sun worshippers should head directly to Margate Beach, which has achieved ‘Blue Flag’ status for its safety measures, ocean quality and environmental management.