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WHERE ARE WE?

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South Africa

kwaZulu-Natal Coast

In Amanzimtoti (DIRECTIONS)

By the sea!
30°02’S 30°52’E

A little history

The naming of Amanzimtoti is generally attributed to the renowned Zulu King Shaka, who stopped here in 1828 with his army during one of their campaigns. Legend has it that after being given water to drink from the local river, he remarked 'kanti amanzi mtoti' (so the water is sweet), thereby giving the river, and the town that later developed around it, the name of Amanzimtoti.

It has also been said that that the name should in fact be 'amanzi ka mnandi' (sweet water), as this is the actual expression that Shaka used when he tasted the water. However, none of Shaka's subjects were allowed to use that expression since Shaka's mother's name was also Mnandi so

Amanzimtoti it had to be!

Why you should visit Amanzimtoti

  • Amanzimtoti borders the warm Indian Ocean for year round swimming, diving and fishing.

  • The Umgababa Festival attracts the cream of South Africa's talent.

  • Nature Reserves, hiking trails and a mangrove boardwalk caters for the nature enthusiast.

  • Amanzimtoti has tons of activities and entertainment for kids.

  • Arts and craft shops and centres provide a wide range of gifts and collectables for every taste.

  • Amanzimtoti has a wide selection of fine restaurants and fast food outlets.