Eastern Beach
East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Open
Eastern Beach is East London’s most central and vibrant urban beach, running directly along the city's main waterfront esplanade past the East London Aquarium and Marina Glen. Known for its wide expanse of golden sand, towering coastal dunes, and distinctive black rock formations along the shoreline, it serves as a bustling hub for beachgoers, walkers, and local surf culture. While its strong surf and shifting sandbanks generate fun, punchy waves for surfers and bodyboarders, the beach is also patrolled by lifeguards, making it a popular spot for family outings, beach sports, and scenic strolls with easy access to nearby coastal cafés and takeaway kiosks.
Facilities
- Accessibility Ramp
- Lifeguard Station
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash Bins
Lifeguards
Patrolled
| Monday | 07:00 to 18:00 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 07:00 to 18:00 |
| Wednesday | 07:00 to 18:00 |
| Thursday | 07:00 to 18:00 |
| Friday | 07:00 to 18:00 |
| Saturday | 07:00 to 18:00 |
| Sunday | 07:00 to 18:00 |
| Public holidays | 07:00 to 18:00 |
Emergency contacts
- BCM Emergency:
- NSRI East London:
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Additional resources
Beach information is a guide only and may be out of date or wrong. Always follow lifeguards, signage and flags. Beaches Africa isn't liable for decisions made using it. In an emergency call 112 or 10177 (NSRI: ). Read the full disclaimer.