Doonside Beach
(Amanzimtoti)
Doonside beach is yet another great KZN South Coast beach for a day of fun in the sun. It is a quick ride from the center of Amanzimtoti, has plenty of parking, a great deck that offers spectacular views in all directions and an inviting sandy beach.
Although it doesn’t have a tidal pool, the beach is perfect for swimming – you won’t even miss a pool. The life guards on duty, on the day we visited the beach, were very friendly and kept a watchful eye on us as we explored the beach.
Warner Beach is close by and can be reached by taking a stroll of about 150 meters to the right of the Doonside beach. Warner Beach has a tidal pool and a small restuarant while Doonside Beach is more quiet but has spectacular views from the deck.
Access to the beach
This lovely beach can be accessed in several ways:
- Steps leads down to the beach on the left side of the viewing deck.
- There is also a stairway leading from the lawn and lookout deck in front of the lifeguards’ offices and lookout tower.
- To the side entrance is a wide slipway that leads to the right side of the beach. It runs next to the Little Manzimtoti river.
The sights of this beautiful beach:
Parking
There is a large and safe parking area at the Doonside beach. The one side is lined with sturdy shady trees to park your car under.
Trees in a parking area is a rarity on the coast because of the strong winds that sometimes blow and can cause damage to trees and cars alike. Enjoy the rare shade you’ll have here!
Where is Doonside Beach?
GPS: -30.07491, 30.87254
Use the map below to find the this beach (indicated with the top red marker.) Warner Beach (bottom red marker) is also indicated on this map since these two beaches are within short walking distance of each other and is worth a visit on the same day.
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