Durban in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, is well known for its long stretches of coastline, warm Indian Ocean waters, and year-round subtropical climate. As of 23 July 2025, the eThekwini Municipality has issued an update on the operational status of local beaches and public swimming pools.
According to the Municipality, 18 beaches in Durban are open and considered safe for swimming. These beaches are monitored for water quality and safety compliance, and lifeguards are on duty daily from 06:00 to 18:30.
Open beaches include:
- Point Beach
- uMhlanga Main
- uMgababa
- Toti Main Beach
- Pipeline Beach
- uShaka
- Addington
- Country Club
- Thekwini Beach
- North Beach
- Bay of Plenty
- Laguna Beach
- South Beach
- Wedge Beach
- mDloti Main
- Battery Beach
- Brighton
- Bronze Beach
These beaches remain popular with both residents and visitors and are used for swimming, surfing, and other recreational activities.
As part of regular water testing, the following five beaches in Durban have been temporarily closed due to elevated contamination levels:
- Reunion
- Westbrook
- Anstey's Beach
- Doonside Beach
- Winklespruit
Swimming is currently not permitted at these beaches. However, non-contact activities such as walking and sunbathing are still allowed. The Municipality continues to test the water and will reopen these beaches when conditions improve.
Durban also operates 40 municipal public swimming pools. These offer an inland alternative for recreational swimming, particularly during beach closures or poor sea conditions.
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