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Place in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
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Howick is a town of 22,000 people (2011) in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. The town is the location of Howick Falls, which is a large waterfall that occurs when the Umgeni River falls 95 metres (311 feet) over dolerite cliffs on its way to the Indian Ocean.
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A 94-m-high waterfall in the Umgeni river. The falls and surrounding area is a National monument and there is a 2-hour hiking trail (Gorge Walk) to the pools at the base of the falls.
A commemorative plinth marking the place where Nelson Mandela was arrested on August 5, 1962, leading to his conviction and longterm prison sentence, before becoming president of South Africa.
Interesting but small.
700 hectares situated in the valley immediately below the Howick falls with eland, giraffe, impala, nyala, oribi, reedbuck, wildebees and zebra.
Excellent watersport, fishing, camping and a game reserve.
Many antelope species including blesbok, reedbuck, hartebees, wildebees and zebra. Also some white rhino.
The pancake shop is recommended!
Serves excellent, and reasonably prices, English style pub grub.
A 150-year-old stone house with original yellowwood ceilings and doors offers accommodation to travellers from all over the world.
Central to the Midlands Meander, the 40-hectare farm is a-top a hill, surrounded by pine and gum plantations, as well as natural forests, with sweeping 180-degree views of the Karkloof mountains. Homemade biscuits, chocolates and fresh flowers add a special touch in each room. Family run business.
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