Mtwalume, is a small out-of-the-way coastal village, nestled along the Umdoni Coast of KwaZulu-Natal. This holidaymaker’s and fisherman’s village was named after the Mtwalume tree, traditionally used by the Zulu’s, for its bark as it served for medicinal purposes.
Mtwalume, boasts an abundance of indigenous flora and fauna, untouched sandy beaches, sparkling warm waters and numerous attractive tidal pools idea for safe swimming and exploring.
Mtwalume’s main feature is the Mtwalume River, which forms a beautiful lagoon where it enters the sea, named by the Zulu’s because of the tall upright Mtwalume trees growing on the river bank. The river is approximately 85km long, making this exquisite area ideal for a variety of water sports such as fishing, scuba diving, snorkeling, wind and board surfing, or simply relax and soak up the African sun while appreciating the lively wild life and vibrant birds along the banks. The Mtwalume Falls which is just a little further up along the river, provides a relaxing hike and spectacular views.
Fishing and spear fishing is a very popular activity in Mtwalume. Excellent fishing is possible from the rocks and if deep sea fishing is your forte you can launch a ski-boat from the beach. There are plenty of popular spear fishing spots. The main catches in this area is Garrick and Snoek.
Getting there: Mtwalume is situated 70 kilometers south of Durban on the N2.
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