Ansteys Beach — Attraction in eThekwini Ward 66

Situated on the beautiful hill scattered Southern suburb known as The Bluff. The Bluff is a small cosy community with lots of personality and plenty character. Ansteys beach is accessed via Marine Drive and goes down past the infamously hot surf spot Cave Rock and ends with Brighton Beach at the end of the cul de sac. With only one vehicle access point, the crime is drastically minimised, as this factor makes it difficult for criminals to have an easy getaway. I love this beach during the festive season as it's kept safe and controlled by metro police. They control access to the beach and do inspections at random too. The general behaviour of the beach goers is a lot more tame due to the police presence. You may drive around a bit before finding a parking though, as it is very popular. Lifeguards on duty are efficient and keep the waters safe in both the surf and the pools, which does ease the nerves a bit with this busy time of year. You can grab an icecream for the kids and the tuckshop. But it's best to get in early, set up the gazebo or umbrella and make a day of it. Pack a picnic basket and bring the cooler box, with non alcoholic...

6 years ago- Wow, we got to experience the rescue of a beached dolphin this past Sunday. The amount of marine life we see on the shores of Brighton- it's so exciting. So far we have seen a sea slug, some unusual sea snails and the shelling walks are great.. the braai facilities are excellent for families. Not to mention the amount of knowledge you gain along the way just from being along the shoreline. Lots of potential for becoming a huge tourist attraction.

2024- Lately the shores are so filled with dirt. We hardly see any sea critters besides rats in the dunes. We hope to bring awareness to the sea life's struggle to survive amidst all the pollution in the water and shoreline. Overall the beach has picnic benches by the pool for a quick stop for lunch with two restaurants, safe and good parking as the dunes are being reclaimed and structural maintenance taking place along the parking bays. We hope to see a cleaner beach for all to...

This beach holds alot of fond memories and there's alot to see and do At the entrance you will find the kiddies pool a good place to relax and get out of the sun As you travel further along the stretch of beach you will find plenty of seating areas to have a quick lunch

If you are a fisherman then as soon as you pass the huge Boulder then you entering into a good fishing area

Ansteys is a beautiful and serene place for the family From the tidal pools full of marine life to the man made tidal pool for swimming

You are allowed to braai but only at the end of the promenade under the shady of the trees

This beach is always buzzing With people doing their training or walking their dogs, or catching the waves whilst wind surfing,

Notably carry a pair of binoculars as this is where the humpback whales come to mate and breed their calves during the warmer months But take note that there may be no parking as this is a highlight and...