Whether you want to hunt for sand dollars or smell the fresh air, Umhlanga Rocks Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from central uMhlanga. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Umhlanga Main Beach and Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Reserve.
If you like shopping, take time out to go to Gateway Theatre of Shopping when in Umhlanga Ridge. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches.