Kosi Bay
Kosi Bay in the far north-eastern corner of KwaZulu-Natal is a fascinating coastal destination consisting of four interlinking lakes that drain into the Indian Ocean, forming part of the Isimangaliso Wetland Park World Heritage Site.
Travel tip
Snorkelling within the Kosi Bay mouth is extremely popular, where a reef offers easy access to a beautiful display of tropical fish
This pristine estuary system is famous for the traditional fish traps that are used by the Tonga people here and handed down from one generation to the next.
Among the many birds that can be seen at Kosi Bay are African fish eagles and palm-nut vultures, while there are hippos and crocodiles to be found in the lakes. On the sandy beaches of the coast, loggerhead and leatherback turtles come to lay their eggs each summer.
To witness this spectacle, advise your clients they will have to book a special turtle safari at one of the lodges. This activity takes place at night between November and March.
Among the highlights of this area is snorkelling within the Kosi Bay mouth, where a reef offers easy access to a beautiful display of tropical fish (including the deadly stonefish). Access to the mouth is only by 4x4 or via a 12km hiking trail.
Advise your clients that this is a high-risk malarial area and they should visit their general practitioner regarding anti-malarial prophylactics before leaving home.
Feature image courtesy of jacashgone
