Here are the Durban beaches open ahead of Easter holidays

As the Easter holidays approach, Durban is once again expected to draw large numbers of visitors to its beaches. Tourists and residents planning to spend time along the coastline will be able to enjoy most of the city’s beaches, with the latest water quality tests showing that the majority remain open for swimming. According to the eThekwini municipality’s latest beach water quality results released on 4 March 2026, majority of beaches across Durban’s northern, central and southern coastline fall within acceptable water quality limits based on E.

coli levels, with only one beach currently closed to swimmers. Despite the generally positive outlook, Country Club Beach has been closed for swimming after recording an E. coli reading of 504, which exceeds the acceptable safety threshold.

Authorities noted that visitors can still access closed beaches for other activities. “You can still enjoy other recreational activities at closed beaches. You just can’t swim.” Beaches operate from 6am to 6pm on weekdays and 9am to 5pm on Sundays and public holidays. Public swimming pools across Durban operate from 6am to 6.30pm, providing an alternative for residents and tourists.