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natal midlands, kwazulu natal |
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enjoy true country hospitality |
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The Midlands is in the heart of Kwazulu Natal in South Africa. It is undoubtedly one of the richest country living experiences with charming towns, green pastures, dairy farms, hills and forests, open grasslands, rivers and waterfalls to enjoy. The Midlands is known for its wonderful arts and crafts routes, exceptional cuisine, leisure activities and excellent range of accommodation.
The arts and craft routes are a major attraction where you can explore the many art galleries, painters, weavers, potters, coffee shops, quaint guest houses, cheese makers and decor specialists. Activities include fly-fishing in rivers and dams, mountain biking, horse riding, canopy tours, spa treatments and picnics.
Only one hour's drive away from Durban, it makes the Midlands ideal for weekend getaways or even day excursions. The Midlands is the the perfect base to explore the Drakenberg region and the Battlefields of Kwazulu Natal. The area is also very popular for country weddings.
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The Kwazulu Natal Midlands offer outstanding scenery, easily accessible through hundreds of kilometers of country roads and routes, winding through charming little towns, past farmlands, into forests and crossing rivers. The Midlands Meander is a colection of routes and the ideal destination
for weekend getaways or family holidays. The routes offer truly beautiful surroundings, outstanding accommodation, relaxing spas, fascinating events, historic landmarks, fabulous restaurants, revitalising outdoor activities and over-the-top adventure sports, conference and wedding facilities, wildlife conservation, and best of all unique arts and crafts. |
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The Natal Midlands is one of South Africa's premier fly fishing destinations. The Midlands offer both river and dam fishing for all levels of fly-fishers. Most fishing venues offer excelent accommodation options for overnight and long stays.
Enjoy pristine streams with wild trout in beautiful surroundings. Or fish well stocked dams set in ideal locations. |
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The Midlands is the perfect destination for a memorable country wedding! There is a wide choice and the possibilities are endless. It is also the perfect location for your guests as it's close to Durban and offers easy access from the N3 highway for guests traveling from Johannesburg. There are more than enough accommodation options for overnight stays and it's the perfect destination to start your honeynmoon. Find the ideal Midlands wedding venue. |
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The many dirt tracks and forests around the Midlands area makes it excellent mountain biking country. Come for a day ride or stay for a few days to explore the area by mountian bike.
There are many types of tracks to choose from, so it will satisfy every level of mountain biking skills. Families will find it perfect for a leisurely cycle on the gravel roads and forest paths. For the serious mountian bikers, head out on one of the many dedicated mountian biking trails taking into areas that will test your skills to the limit. |
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The canopy tour has been built in a spectacular valley of the Karkloof Forest Reserve. The tour includes long swooping slides of up to 180m long over the treetops of the forest, and takes in wide views across the Karkloof valley.
This was designed for the adventurous nature lover. Enjoy the calls of the Samango monkey, see a rare orchid or catch the flash of an Emerald cuckoo as it flies past. The canopy tour in Karkloof is a fully guided experience and will leave you with memories you'll never forget. |
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The Kwazulu Natal Midlands is ideally situated in central Kwazulu Natal close to the major N3 highway, a short one hour drive from the city of Durban. Easy access and excellent maps make the Midlands Meander a wonderful weekend getaway.
It makes this destination the perfect base for visits to the Drakensberg
Mountains and the Battlefields. |
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A wide selection of accommodation is available in the Kwazulu Natal Midlands.
Click here to see the Midlands Accommodation options |
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Distinctive AFRICA specialises in finding the ideal accommodation for your visit to the Midlands. Be it a romantic, secluded mountain lodge for a honeymoon couple or a unique guesthouse overlooking the beautiful farmland, we ensure that your interests and budget are met when we choose a place to stay for you. Discover the Midlands' accommodation options!
Find the perfect place to stay for your safari vacation in the Midlands. There are a wide choice of options to choose from - enjoy an authentic farmstay, a luxury guesthouse, a romantic spa, a rustic bed and breakfast or an affordable hotel; an ideal base to explore the Midlands. |
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