What to do and see in Richards Bay, South Africa: The Best Places and Tips

February 6, 2018 Diedre Savory

Richards Bay (Afrikaans: Richardsbaai) is a town in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It is situated on a 30 square kilometre lagoon of the Mhlatuze River, which gives it one of the country's largest harbours. Richards bay also has the deepest natural harbour in the Southern hemisphere.
Restaurants in Richards Bay

1. Outdoor Africa

Richards Bay 3901, South Africa
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5 based on 35 reviews

Outdoor Africa

Outdoor Africa is a professional safari company offering custom designed photographic tours to some of the very best safari destinations in Southern Africa. Our Safaris are run according to a strict "safety first policy", ensuring that you, your family and friends enjoy a trip of a lifetime.

Reviewed By Seaview2013 - Auckland, New Zealand

Just a simple THANK YOU to Hayden of Outdoor Africa. I have recently returned to NZ having thoroughly enjoyed an exciting 8-day safari in Zululand with him as my guide, visiting iSimangaliso Wetland Park, Hluhluwe/Imfolozi Game Reserves and Tembe Elephant Park. His knowledge of wildlife, animal behaviour and plants is exceptional and informative, and so are his tracking skills especially when it comes to finding lions at Tembe Elephant Park. Game viewing went very well except 8 days was too short!
Food was delicious including the scrambled eggs Hayden cooked for breakfast at the tented camp in Imfolozi, as well as the BBQ we had when the hyena paid us a visit! What a laugh when that monkey appeared from nowhere and stole our rolls that we were about to have for lunch!
Special mention must be made of the professional treatment given to me and of his friendly respectful manner he has with everyone including the locals. Also for his driving skills when surrounded by elephant!
THANK YOU again for the fun we had.

2. Boardwalk Mall

Mark Strasste Street, Richards Bay 3900, South Africa
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4 based on 44 reviews

Boardwalk Mall

Reviewed By Ernes S - Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

Malls are big in South Africa. This one offers many shops, movies, a couple of restaurants and some banks. The mall and restrooms are clean and modern with some renovations going on. On par with other malls in big towns/cities, but nothing special.

3. Bohemain Beach Bumz

Shop 1 New Ark Road | Tuzi Gazi, Waterfront, Meerensee, Richards Bay 3900, South Africa +27 71 718 0880
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4.5 based on 3 reviews

Bohemain Beach Bumz

Official Distributors of the Bobby Greenhash Foundation (pty) Ltd We have a great hippie vibe going on.. Forever Expanding from clothing to alternative natural healing. We are a hidden gem in Richards Bay and have come a long way.. A lil something for everyone

Reviewed By Jesse D

Chilled spot on the waterfront. Transcultural vibe with one of a kind clothing range, awesome accessories and local art and jewellery. You can also find alternative medicines to pursue a healthier lifestyle. Definitely worth visiting.

4. Pelican Island

Richards Bay 3900, South Africa +27 35 907 5000
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4 based on 22 reviews

Pelican Island

Reviewed By WillemLab - Richards Bay, South Africa

One of my favorite places and a lovely "island" to take your dog for a walk. It only takes about 40min at a leisure pace to walk around the island. It also gives your dog the opportunity to have a safe swim in the warm water if the Indian Ocean.
The island is not very busy on week days, and you can safely pack a picnic basket and enjoy the Zululand sunset in the late afternoon.
Please remember to always clean up behind yourself and your dog when you leave.

5. Alkantstrand Beach

Richards Bay 3900, South Africa
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3.5 based on 39 reviews

Alkantstrand Beach

Reviewed By JoanruthB - Friday Harbor, Washington

Richards Bay is a way point for visitors to the Hluhluwe-Umfolozi Game Reserve, the St. Lucia Estuary or Swaziland to the north. But it is a nice retirement town with good weather and a good infrastructure. There is little to see except the harbor and the Alkantstrand Beach. The beach is one of the few good for swimming in many miles and is average by most standards. But it is large, relatively clean and a great place to 'chill' for the afternoon. Remember there are Great White Sharks in the ocean and undersea channels nearby, so always exercise caution before going in the water. Talk to the residents and follow their advice.

6. Kosi Bay

Richards Bay, South Africa
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5 based on 2 reviews

Kosi Bay

Reviewed By lessam2016 - Richards Bay, South Africa

This is a good place for tourist but it need more touch up so that it can be at the standard and you need a 4x4 car as the road is sandy and there was a place were you drove near the big lack and if you came late the water usually fill up and you need to drive careful. There is utshwayelo( kraals used to catch fishes) as people along there most are in employed and they sell those fishes.

7. East Coast Safaris - Day Tours

Richards Bay 3900, South Africa
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4.5 based on 3 reviews

East Coast Safaris - Day Tours

Hluhluwe/imfolozi big 5 Safaris bird watching st lucia boat trips isimangaliso heritage site zulu cultural village team building conferencing corporate functions

Reviewed By Alan F - Bournemouth, United Kingdom

We used this company for a private tour sharing a minibus with six others. The pick up from the cruise terminal was smooth and the driver very accommodating. My only niggle was the exchange rate used when I paid. I recommend that you pay only in Rands in order to avoid a sour taste in the mouth at the end of the tour.

8. Ozzi Fishing tackle

Newark Rd, Richards Bay 3900, South Africa +27 82 925 4323
Ozzi Fishing tackle

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