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GETTING THERE

It’s 131km on the N2 toll road from Durban.

When to go

With a sub-tropical climate, it’s a year-round destination. Mid-summer is hot and humid.

Do this

, by appointment. is an all-in-one décor, gift and coffee shop with a hairdresser and day spa where I enjoyed a soothing foot massage in the garden setting. , book ace guide Sakhamuzi Mhlongo. From R1 200 half day or R1 700 for 6-8 hours. for every level; many trails are suitable for e-biking. Contact Seonie at One-on-Hely to find you a guide for Or cycle 4km out to the Twinstreams Indigenous Nursery; stay for a picnic or light lunch. with Mtunzini River Cruises for up to 12 people, cost R2 000 for the boat. , Facebook – @zinitown. , frogging or snake demonstrations, contact Chandre Volschenk of Emthunzini Bush Trails. Walks from R150 pp for two hours. , gear, bait or a charter at Fishing Mtunzini, off Station Road. for golf, tennis or squash at the Mtunzini Country Club. for the Birding Weekend fundraiser held every year in August.

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