Discover the Magic of Fig Tree Farm
Nestled in the lush greenery of Hillcrest, Fig Tree Farm (FTF) offers a serene escape from the bustle of everyday life. Established in 1896, this 126-hectare privately… Read more »
The Valley of a 1000 Hills: The Perfect Stop for Plant Appreciation Day
April 13 is International Plant Appreciation Day – so this weekend we should all be donning our sunhats, watering cans, spades, compost and heading outdoors. Of course… Read more »
Beyond Durban Beaches: Exploring Zulu Culture on an Excursion to the Valley of a 1000 Hills
When most travellers think of Durban, they picture pristine beaches and the rhythmic crash of the Indian Ocean against the shore. While the coastal charms of Durban… Read more »
The Garden Fair 2023: A Unique Experience of Horticulture and Heritage in the Valley of a 1000 Hills
To celebrate spring, and honour our natural heritage, there will be a glorious Garden Fair at View Top Farm in Hillcrest
Lazy Sundays spent amongst the hills
“Self Care” is one of the January buzz-words, encouraging busy people to find mindful balance – working hard but remembering to relax and be gentle too, to… Read more »
1000 Hills’ Lower Molweni Ramps up its Tourism Offerings
Lower Molweni is a short drive into the Valley of 1000 Hills from Hillcrest and is a hikers, birders and nature-lovers paradise. New guided trails A series of… Read more »
5 Reasons Why the Valley of 1000 Hills Must Be Your Holiday Destination This Summer
As we get closer to December thoughts turn to “where should we go during the holidays”? The Valley of a 1000 Hills has so many options to keep travelers happy. These are just some of the reasons why we believe you’ll love the Valley of a 1000 Hills.
Ammazulu Gardens and Sculpture Precinct
Killer sandwiches, astonishing art…. and dragons! Escape down Alice in Wonderland’s tropical rabbit hole into a magical sculpture forest garden… all mere minutes away from the heart… Read more »
Mqeku Picnic Site, an Ideal Spot for Family Outings
Head for the great outdoors, enjoy the early-winter crisp weather and discover somewhere new: visit the Mqeku Picnic Site – a magical unexplored playground only 20 minutes… Read more »
Looking to escape the city? Here are some of our favorite outdoor activities in the Valley of a 1000 Hills
There is so much to do in the Valley of a 1000 Hills. Here are some of our favorite outdoors activities