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Vinesh Soogreem reveals the best spots for whale watching

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Whale season is in full swing along the KwaZulu-Natal coast! Vinesh Soogreem shares some of the best spots to see humpback whales, from Scottburgh and Umkomaas to St Lucia and Cape Vidal.

Plus, get the latest KZN weekend beach, surfing and fishing conditions, and discover the little-known Red Desert near Port Edward, believed to be one of the world’s smallest deserts.
11 Sep English South Africa Leisure · Places & Travel

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