Richards Bay

Richards Bay began as a harbour set up by a Commodore of the Cape, Sir Frederick Richards during the Anglo-Boer War of 1879. The settlement grew around the port named after Richards.

This vibrant town is a poular north coast holiday destination, offering spectacular scenery and unspoilt beaches. It is one of the closest sea destinations from Gauteng and enjoys a summer climate all year round.

The tourism industry of this region is flourishing. The commercial and industrial development of Richards Bay has been a bonus for the sophisticated tourist and holiday maker. Its bustling business centre has every modern facility and the town boasts excellent recreational facilities for residents and visitors alike.

Richards Bay offers the visitor an entrance to Zululand. This once forgotten corner of the African continent is a land of exquisite beauty and its golden shores are gently caressed by the warm waters of the Indian Ocean.

The coastline stretches some 350 km from the mouth of the Tugela River in the south to the Mozambique border in the north. The coastal plains include endless unspoilt beaches and coastal conservation areas and incorporate the largest estuarine system in Southern Africa.

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