Drakensberg
The Drakensberg Mountains are a 200 kilometre long mountain range in South Africa or uKhahlamba, what means the “Barrier of Spears”. The Drakensberg Mountains are a world heritage site and most of the range falls in the province of KwaZulu-Natal, as well separating South Africa from the Kingdom of Lesotho. Visitors of the Drakensberg Mountains will find themselves in a mountain wonderland, spotted with cascading waterfalls, gorgeous basalt cliffs
and snow-capped peaks in the winter. On top of Sani Pass (border between South Africa and the Kingdom of Lesotho) visitors can enjoy a drink on 3’000 metres above sea level at the highest pub of Africa. On various hiking trails visitors can explore over 290 species of birds, 48 species of mammals and wonderful vegetation. Besides hiking, ice-climbing, abseiling, white water rafting or a helicopter ride are the most picked highlights of the region.
The Drakensberg Mountains are a 200 kilometre long mountain range in South Africa or uKhahlamba, what means the “Barrier of Spears”. The Drakensberg Mountains are a world heritage site and most of the range falls in the province of KwaZulu-Natal, as well separating South Africa from the Kingdom of Lesotho. Visitors of the Drakensberg Mountains will find themselves in a mountain wonderland, spotted with cascading waterfalls, gorgeous basalt cliffs
and snow-capped peaks in the winter. On top of Sani Pass (border between South Africa and the Kingdom of Lesotho) visitors can enjoy a drink on 3’000 metres above sea level at the highest pub of Africa. On various hiking trails visitors can explore over 290 species of birds, 48 species of mammals and wonderful vegetation. Besides hiking, ice-climbing, abseiling, white water rafting or a helicopter ride are the most picked highlights of the region.
Durban
Durban, the largest city in KwaZulu-Natal with over three million inhabitants is a place which beats the pulse of Africa. A place, where east meets west at Durban harbour - the best managed and busiest port of Africa. In Durban visitors can inspire city life on its best, great tasting Indian cuisine, nightlife and also a lot of places to relax. Durban is also home of the world-class International Convention Centre, which hosts events and exhibitions of a global scale. For leisure and sightseeing visit uShaka Marine World and Wilson’s Wharf on the Victoria Embankment. Also Grey Street and the Warwick Triangle offer various local shops and markets to explore. Very special are always the ‘Music by the Lake’ evenings at the Botanical Gardens of Durban – enjoy wonderful music played by KwaZulu-Natal’s Philharmonic Orchestra in a unbelievable surrounding.
Durban, the largest city in KwaZulu-Natal with over three million inhabitants is a place which beats the pulse of Africa. A place, where east meets west at Durban harbour - the best managed and busiest port of Africa. In Durban visitors can inspire city life on its best, great tasting Indian cuisine, nightlife and also a lot of places to relax. Durban is also home of the world-class International Convention Centre, which hosts events and exhibitions of a global scale. For leisure and sightseeing visit uShaka Marine World and Wilson’s Wharf on the Victoria Embankment. Also Grey Street and the Warwick Triangle offer various local shops and markets to explore. Very special are always the ‘Music by the Lake’ evenings at the Botanical Gardens of Durban – enjoy wonderful music played by KwaZulu-Natal’s Philharmonic Orchestra in a unbelievable surrounding.
South Coast
The South Coast of KwaZulu-Natal is one of the most popular ‘all year round’ holiday destinations for local and international visitors. Three beaches, the Ramsgate, Marina beach and Lucien boats the international “Blue Flag” status. They are surrounded by sub-tropical forest, rocky covers and blue lagoons. This mix makes the South Coast to one of the most wonderful places to visit in this province. The coast is also well known as “The Golf Coast” as it
hosts nine excellent 18-hole golf courses, of which two are rated in the top 12 in the country. For all “nature friends”, visit the Umtamvuna Nature Reserve at the South Coast. A place where visitors can find plants found nowhere else in the world and also home of over 400 different bird species. Everybody, who is looking for some more adrenalin adventure, the South Coast overs excellent deep-sea diving areas at Aliwal Shoal and Protea Banks, or go for a surf at the internationally acclaimed surf spots. The South Coast is also a spot, from where the famous ‘sardine run’ can be seen.
The South Coast of KwaZulu-Natal is one of the most popular ‘all year round’ holiday destinations for local and international visitors. Three beaches, the Ramsgate, Marina beach and Lucien boats the international “Blue Flag” status. They are surrounded by sub-tropical forest, rocky covers and blue lagoons. This mix makes the South Coast to one of the most wonderful places to visit in this province. The coast is also well known as “The Golf Coast” as it
hosts nine excellent 18-hole golf courses, of which two are rated in the top 12 in the country. For all “nature friends”, visit the Umtamvuna Nature Reserve at the South Coast. A place where visitors can find plants found nowhere else in the world and also home of over 400 different bird species. Everybody, who is looking for some more adrenalin adventure, the South Coast overs excellent deep-sea diving areas at Aliwal Shoal and Protea Banks, or go for a surf at the internationally acclaimed surf spots. The South Coast is also a spot, from where the famous ‘sardine run’ can be seen.
North Coast
The North Coast is a coast line from Zimbali to the Thukela River and is also known as the ‘Dolphin Coast’. The area got the name ‘Dolphin Coast’, because it’s the playground of the bottlenose dolphins, which come very close to the shore and can be watched the whole year round. Visitors can also go for a horse-ride along this beautiful coast and search for sea life or enjoy a peaceful afternoon at one of the angling spots. The North Coast is also home of a large Indian community. There visitors can explore their wonderful temples, taste their spicy food or shop at their various and colourful markets.
The North Coast is a coast line from Zimbali to the Thukela River and is also known as the ‘Dolphin Coast’. The area got the name ‘Dolphin Coast’, because it’s the playground of the bottlenose dolphins, which come very close to the shore and can be watched the whole year round. Visitors can also go for a horse-ride along this beautiful coast and search for sea life or enjoy a peaceful afternoon at one of the angling spots. The North Coast is also home of a large Indian community. There visitors can explore their wonderful temples, taste their spicy food or shop at their various and colourful markets.
Elephant Coast
The Elephant Coast in KwaZulu-Natal is very well known for the iSimangaliso Wetland Park, where visitors can find elephants, rhinos, turtles and, if you are lucky, spot whales while sitting at the beach and enjoying a glass of wine. The diverse vegetation and the huge amount of different animal species, which can be found at this coast, are amazing. The Elephant Coast is also known as the ‘Ecotourism Mecca’ which invites everybody to relax and enjoy this wonderful place.
The Elephant Coast in KwaZulu-Natal is very well known for the iSimangaliso Wetland Park, where visitors can find elephants, rhinos, turtles and, if you are lucky, spot whales while sitting at the beach and enjoying a glass of wine. The diverse vegetation and the huge amount of different animal species, which can be found at this coast, are amazing. The Elephant Coast is also known as the ‘Ecotourism Mecca’ which invites everybody to relax and enjoy this wonderful place.
Zululand
The ‘Zulu experience’ is an unforgettable experience for every visitor and will stay a long time after their holiday and their minds. To get in touch with the local Zulu people, be part of their living, either in one of the luxury game lodges or at a traditional Zulu home. Meet their friendly hospitality, take an ox wagon through the village, be part of a rural wedding ceremony or if you would like, visit a ‘sangoma’ (traditional healer). Zululand offers a great variety of culture and breath-taking landscape, African hot sun, azure blue Indian Ocean, charming lagoons, green hills and wonderful indigenous forests until they reach the Drakensberg Mountains. Enjoy the smell at one of the huge tea plantations and take a walk through the historical Zulu towns as Vryheid and Paulpietersburg.
The ‘Zulu experience’ is an unforgettable experience for every visitor and will stay a long time after their holiday and their minds. To get in touch with the local Zulu people, be part of their living, either in one of the luxury game lodges or at a traditional Zulu home. Meet their friendly hospitality, take an ox wagon through the village, be part of a rural wedding ceremony or if you would like, visit a ‘sangoma’ (traditional healer). Zululand offers a great variety of culture and breath-taking landscape, African hot sun, azure blue Indian Ocean, charming lagoons, green hills and wonderful indigenous forests until they reach the Drakensberg Mountains. Enjoy the smell at one of the huge tea plantations and take a walk through the historical Zulu towns as Vryheid and Paulpietersburg.
KwaZulu Natal Midlands and Pietermaritzburg
Pietermaritzburg is the second largest city of the province and the capital town of KwaZulu-Natal. The city offers its guest various antique shops, markets, fine-dining restaurants and museums. The town is also well known as start and ending point of the world famous annual Comrades Marathon between Durban and Pietermaritzburg, where
always more than 15’000 people take part. The KwaZulu Natal Midlands are full of green fields and charming farms, a wonderful area to explore and relax. Take a time out and enjoy a picnic at the magnificent Howick Falls, be an adventurer and paraglide off the Bulwer Mountain or take a canopy slide over the Karkloof’s indigenous forests.
Pietermaritzburg is the second largest city of the province and the capital town of KwaZulu-Natal. The city offers its guest various antique shops, markets, fine-dining restaurants and museums. The town is also well known as start and ending point of the world famous annual Comrades Marathon between Durban and Pietermaritzburg, where
always more than 15’000 people take part. The KwaZulu Natal Midlands are full of green fields and charming farms, a wonderful area to explore and relax. Take a time out and enjoy a picnic at the magnificent Howick Falls, be an adventurer and paraglide off the Bulwer Mountain or take a canopy slide over the Karkloof’s indigenous forests.
Battlefields
To feel the history of the Zulus and South Africa a visit of the Battlefields is a must for every visitor. Knowledgeable tour guides will take you through the history and legends around the blood-soaked conflicts of the past, the Zulu wars. The Battlefields are a fascinating region which tells the victory of the braves. Visit the historic towns, national monuments and museums and get in touch with the thought-out military strategies of these days. Besides this historical background the battlefields also offer variety water sports possibilities on the Chelmsford Dam or a hunting tour at the designated hunting reserves of this area.
To feel the history of the Zulus and South Africa a visit of the Battlefields is a must for every visitor. Knowledgeable tour guides will take you through the history and legends around the blood-soaked conflicts of the past, the Zulu wars. The Battlefields are a fascinating region which tells the victory of the braves. Visit the historic towns, national monuments and museums and get in touch with the thought-out military strategies of these days. Besides this historical background the battlefields also offer variety water sports possibilities on the Chelmsford Dam or a hunting tour at the designated hunting reserves of this area.