Kosi bay
Pack your bag and come enjoy nature’s beauty and solitude at Kosi bay. Kosi bay is situated on the north coast of Kwazulu Natal, South Africa.
Kosi bay is a proclaimed world heritage site on the Indian Ocean. It is a coastal forest offering a 40 km of unspoiled, undeveloped pristine coastline and adjoining the Maputuland marine reserve.
The Kosi bay area has a series of four lakes that makes it an exiting exploration destination.
Miles and miles of pristine coastline are ideal for snorkeling or scuba diving.
The reefs harboring surprisingly healthy and diverse coral communities and marine life that is of the best in the world with large pinnacles, ledges, drop-offs and swim troughs.
Swim in the Bluest Ocean or sunbath on a golden beach almost totally alone and the possibility is good to see a Dolphin playing in the surf or spot a Wale off shore. At surtine times of the year Leatherback and Loggerhead turtles can be seen where they come to the nesting sites to lay their eggs.
While surf or fly fishing in the estuary and river mouth is among the best on the East coast. If that is not enough horse riding can be arrange on an abandoned beach for the ride of your life. A trip on the lake system is truly a memorable experience where Hippo and Crocodile makes a regular appearance.
Bird watching is good and a number of rare coastal species can be seen. So don’t forget to bring your binoculars, camera and plenty of film.
Nature walks through the coastal forest and grasslands or take a drive in a 4x4 vehicle through well stocked game parks will enthrall naturalists and photographers.
Take some time and spend it with a local Zulu family and get to know their way of life. Learn some of their culture, language as well as some of their dance moves.
The Mozambique border is just a stone throw away and offering a whole new set of adventure and day trips can be arrange to Ponta do Ouro.