Umhlanga
is a Zulu name, meaning "Place of
Reeds" as reeds were washed down
to the beach from the Ohlanga River 3km
north of the resort. The area was part
of the coastal dune forest system where
wild animals once roamed. In 1820 Umhlanga
was divided into plots and it was an Irishman,
Marcus McCausland, who played the leading
role in the development of the village
as a holiday resort. In 1923 he built
the Victoria Hotel, which is now the Umhlanga
Rocks Hotel. Situated in the northern
part of Durban Metro, Umhlanga has developed
into a prime up-market holiday resort
with an array of luxury hotels, bed and
breakfasts, excellent cuisine and unspoiled
beaches.
CLIMATE
Umhlanga is known for its subtropical
climate throughout the year. Swimming
can be enjoyed all year. Sea temperatures
are warm with an average temperature of
24ºC in summer and 15ºC in winter.
