The Robberg Nature Reserve, a national monument and marine protected area, lies on a peninsula – a scenic and inspiring finger of land on which to hike that provides access to Cape fur seals and beaches that stretch for miles. Only a few kilometres from Plettenberg Bay.
Penguins are aquatic, flightless birds that are highly adapted to life in the water. Their distinct tuxedo-like appearance is called countershading, a form of camouflage that helps keep them safe in the water. Penguins do have wing-bones, though they are flipper-like and extremely suited to swimming.
Umhlanga in KwaZulu Natal, close to Durban, attracts local and international tourists to its sunny climate, beautiful coastline, warm seas and nearby wildlife parks. Sophisticated shopping, golf, fishing, surfing, superb accommodation and many other attractions make Umhlanga an ideal base.
