Botha's Hill is a small town outside Hillcrest in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It is the gateway to the Valley of a Thousand Hills. Kearsney College moved to Botha's Hill in 1939. Probably the most outstanding feature of Botha's Hill is the incredible vista of the Valley of a Thousand Hills, the myriad of sand-stone-capped hills incised by streams and rivulets in the granite basin, with the ...

Durban is a sophisticated cosmopolitan city of over three million people - a city where east meets west - a city beneath which beats the pulse of Africa - city known as the home of Africa's best managed, busiest port. Durban is an exciting city in which to play, shop, experience the nightlife and to relax. It's a city in which business and debate issues, which have far-reaching effects, not only on ...

Ballito, which lies just 30 minutes north of Durban in the heart of the KwaZulu Natal North Coast, is nestled between rippling fields of sugar cane, KwaZulu Natal's famous Green Gold. The Dolphin Coast, as this area is otherwise named, gets its name from the many Bottlenose dolphins that frequently surf the waves along this stretch of coast. Ballito is flanked to the east by golden beaches and the ...

Blythedale Beach is just one of several holiday resorts at the northern end of the Dolphin Coast boasting a beautiful caravan park, self-catering accommodation, chalets and a first class restaurant. The nearby Umvoti River mouth is prolific in bird life and forms part of the Blythedale Conservancy. The Blythedale Beach is protected by shark nets and is popular for swimming, surfing and fishing.Traveling ...

Darnall is situated just inland from Zinkwazi Beach on the far North Coast of KwaZulu-Natal. The village got its name from a prospector, David Brown, who was one of the first settlers in the area. He purchased a farm in the area and named it Darnall after his hometown in the United Kingdom. ...

Salt Rock is situated just north of Shaka's Rock and Ballito - a gem of a holiday resort which creates a relaxed holiday atmosphere, even for the locals.The name, Salt Rock, originates from King Shaka's days when his handmaidens used to collect dried salt off the rocks at low tide. Near the main bathing beach complete with lifeguards is yet another large tidal pool.The main beach has expertly trained ...

Shaka's Rock is a small residential area with much accommodation to choose from. Home to a lovely stretch of sandy beach, it also boasts a beautiful tidal pool flanked by picturesque rocky cliffs. The beach is a favourite ski- boat launch site and beach-goers are often treated to the spectacular launching and beaching of the daredevil wave riders returning from a deep sea fishing trip. They ...

Umhlali is the Zulu name for the Monkey Orange tree which grew abundantly along the banks of the Umhlali River. The name also means 'place of waiting', because settlers and locals would have to wait on the river bank before crossing the water. Umhlali has a quaint and unique Sugar Village theme, offering home-made treats and fresh farm produce. Future plans include the establishment of a Sugar ...

Zinkwazi is a bird paradise. More than 250 species were registered here, amongst them many Kingfisher varieties, the Purple Crested Lourie, very popular in KwaZulu-Natal, or the gifted Natal Robin, which is able to perfectly imitate the call of the African Fish Eagle. While the quiet lagoon is a pleasure for nature lovers and fishermen, the wide beach of Zinkwazi offers a roaring surf and ideal ...