The local area around the Wild Coast Sun has a rich and colourful history and culture. A number of activities are available to the visitor allowing them an insight into the cultures and natural beauty of the area:

Arts and Culture
Vivienne Zanner Pottery Market: Individually crafted sculptural and decorative pieces and unusual domestic ware, displayed in tranquil surroundings. There are quiet a few Craft Markets in the area.

Excursions
Space Centre: This is an interesting and unique location with an astronomical museum and observatory. Here one can view the constellations of the southern skies in the rustic local surroundings.
Beaver Creak Coffee Farm:  Experience the hospitality and excellent coffee offered in the picturesque surrounding of Beaver Creek.  Tours are available showing the intensive process of picking, pulpong, fermenting, washing, drying and roasting of beans. Bookings are essential.

Nature Reserves and Trails
Umtamvuna Nature Reserve: Here precipitous gorges wind and twist their way through the Natal Group Sandstone to the sea. Tributary streams fed from high ground that supports relics of grassland representing the sole remaining area in southern Africa of Accocks Pondoland Coastal Plateau Sour Veldt. These streams run down from all points in the area into a varied habitat with a diversity of plant species almost unmatched in South Africa. Numerous walks and trails are available from ranging from short half-hour trails to full day 8 hour walks.

Mpenjati Coastal Reserve
This area of pristine coastal beach and river estuary is about 15km from the resort and offers comfortable but beautiful walk along a section of unspoilt coastline

The Oribi George
This renowned natural area one hours drive from the Wild Coast Sun and boasts some of the most dramatic and striking scenery in South Africa. The area is famous for its breathtaking views and features. Both the fauna and flora in the area add to the shear natural beauty of the gorge and surroundings. Hiking, walking and mountain bike trails are available.