Digital june july by Lyn G

Discover Durban – ‘the most liveable city in Africa’

Whether you are wanting to experience Culture & Heritage, Wildlife or Adventure, Food & Lifestyle, Entertainment & Fun - Durban has it all... Our city is blessed with all year round sunshine, the warmest seaside winters and fun and adventure for the whole family at every turn. June/July is buzzing with excitement as Durban hosts Africa’s premier horse racing event - the Vodacom Durban July at Greyville, with its accompanying style, glitz and glamour. Other sporting highlights include the world’s most challenging ultra-marathon - the Comrades. A warm welcome and best of luck to all competing runners and of course all visitors to our fabulous city this holiday season.

CONTENTS

Durban Central................................................04 Sodurba...........................................................16 Clermont.........................................................20 Woza eNanda ................................................ 22 Sapphire Coast…............................................ 23 1000 Hills Tourism.......................................... 26 Umhlanga........................................................31 Durban West…………....................................... 36 Umlazi............................................................38 Tourist Information........................................40

Durban â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a sub-tropical paradise which is fun, fun, fun all year-round! The Durban Community Tourism Organisation is responsible for the area shown on the map, the central hub, including its magnificent beaches, incredible attractions, exotic restaurants and unique multi-

cultural lifestyle. There are another eight community tourism organisations within the Durban area, each with its own unique feel and attractions.

Tel: 031 321 5140 | Email: membership@durbancto.co.za | Website: www.durbancto.co.za

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Durban Entertainment JUNE 7 -28

Durban Entertainment JUN - JULY 21 - 8

KZN PHILHARMONIC

ROALD DAHL’S THE BFG

Every Thursday the Philharmonic Winter Symphony Season at the Playhouse Opera Theatre.

This enchanting adaptation of Roald Dahl’s ‘The BFG’ follows the success of last year’s ‘James and the Giant Peach.

THE PLAYHOUSE THEATRE

ELIZABETH SNEDDON THEATRE

JUN - JULY 26 - 1

JULY 11 -15

VIDA FLAMENCO

BIG 5 COMEDY

The Musical’ sees a nightclub singer transforming a choir of nuns into a singing sensation.

‘Big 5 Comedy’ is an ensemble standup show bringing together five of South Africa’s best comedians.

THE PLAYHOUSE THEATRE

JULY 6

JULY 6-8

GOLDFISH IN CONCERT

WE LUV ABBA

The lovely Durban Botanic Gardens is the backdrop for Music at the Lake concert 6 July 19:00 Goldfish in concert.

‘We LUV ABBA!’ features Cat Simoni and showcases the much-loved hits of legendary 70s mega group ABBA.

DURBAN BOTANICAL GARDENS

THE RHUMBELOW THEARE

BLARNEY PARTY

‘Vida Flamenco’ celebrates the impressive 35-year legacy of the Linda Vargas Flamenco Dance Company.

‘Blarney Party’ with the legendary Blarney Brothers now celebrating their 44th anniversary.

ELIZABETH SNEDDON THEATRE

JULY 29 & 30

SISTER ACT

JULY 13 - 15

THE RHUMBELOW THEATRE

JULY 20 - 22

JULY 27 - 29

THE SWINGING SIXTIES

JAMES TAYLOR & CAROLE KING

Dave Monks and Marion Loudon transport audiences back in time to an era inhabited by artists like The Beatles, Sonny and Cher.

A slightly theatrical, mostly musical, tribute to two of the foremost singersongwriters of the 1960s.

THE RHUMBELOW THEATRE

The Playhouse (031 369 9555/9456) in the CBD is an important performing arts venue housing three theatres: the Opera, Loft and Drama. The Rhumbelow Theatre (082 499 8636) is a popular venue well known for its drag shows and musicals St Cyprians Church Hall, 603 Umbilo Rd. Elizabeth Sneddon Theatre (031 260 2296). One of Durban’s busiest commercial theatres. The lovely Durban Botanic Gardens series music experience based in the magical Gardens.

JULY 28

CROWN OF THE RUSSIAN BALLET

director Anna Alexide, who was for many years the principal dancer of the US Metropolitan Classical Ballet.

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DISCOVER DURBAN CENTRAL EVENTS

Launch: A night of art, performance, music food and prizes, introducing the up-coming Bell Noir clothing brand – St Thomas Anglican Church. (Book via WebTickets)

Month of June With the theme of ‘Intersections’, Interpret Durban 9 is an annual mixed medium art contest that runs for a month and culminates in a night of exhibitions, live music and a banging party on 30 June! Venues to be confirmed. (www.interpretdurban.com)

25 June-6 July Crow’s Wildlife Warrior Holiday Club – Botanical Gardens. (031 462 1127)

1 June Truth & Its Burden: Iron & Fire Tour – The Winston Pub.

29 & 30 June 18:00 Conversations with the Human – Durban Art Gallery. (031 311 2262/5)

3 June Body and Mind Celebration Festival – DLI Hall, Berea. (031 701 7548)

29 June-8 July East Coast Radio House & Garden Show – Durban Exhibition Centre. (031 303 5941)

3 June 16:00 MFC Night of Champions – Greyville Convention Centre. (083 357 0357) 7 June 16:00 ‘Staring at Walls, Art in Public Space’ Join the KZNSA Gallery and Urban Futures Centre for a walk around Glenwood with street artist Ewok. (031 277 1705) 7- 9 June 09:00 Comrades Marathon Expo – Durban Exhibition Centre. (083 659 6992)

WHAT’S ON…DURBAN CENTRAL SPORT

22 June Peri Jump City Challenge – uShaka Marine World. (011 022 0427)

2, 9, 13, 15 & 30 June Horse racing – Greyville Racecourse. (031 314 1500)

24 June Road running: Spar Women’s 10km & 5km Challenge – Growthpoint Kings Park Stadium. (031 312 9374)

9 June Road running: DSR/KZN Youth Run – Growthpoint Kings Park Outer Fields. (031 312 9374)

30 June Rugby: Cell C Sharks vs Lions – Kings Park Stadium.

10 June 93rd Comrades Marathon: The world’s largest, oldest and most challenging ultra-marathon – PMB City Hall to Moses Mabhida Stadium, Durban. (033 897 8650)

7, 18, 21, 28 & 30 July Horse racing – Greyville Racecourse. (031 314 1500) 8 July ‘Vodacom Durban July’ South Africa’s premier horseracing event – Greyville Racecourse. (031 314 1500)

10 June Dolphin Mile Surf Swim Series #5 – Marine Surf Lifesaving Club. (082 320 7083)

8 July Road running: Ability 10km Charity.

30 June Durban Pride After Party – Club Altitude, Morningside. (064 4769 533) 4-8 July Disney On Ice Presents ‘Dream Big’ – Durban ICC. (031 360 1000) 7 July Fact Durban Rocks: Durban’s biggest July after-party with the best SA artists – Moses Mabhida Stadium. (events@afrotainment.co.za)

7, 14, 21 & 28 June 19:30 KZN Philharmonic Winter Symphony Season – Playhouse Opera. (Bood at Computicket)

8 July 08:00 The Pedigree Music Talent Search – Durban Jewish Centre. (Book through Computicket)

8 June Nocturnal Distortion: Durban’s most underground Psytrance party – The Winston Pub. (031 201 2652)

19-29 July Durban International Film Festival – BAT Centre and various other venues. (031 260 1145)

8-10 June 08:00 12th Future Leaders – Curries Fountain. (031 303 3520)

21 July Atif Aslam Live in Concert: Featuring the Pakistani playback singersongwriter and actor – ICC Arena. (Book at Computicket)

23 June 16:30 Bell Noir Fashion Show 8

WHAT’S ON…DURBAN CENTRAL 1 July Road running: SAMA 5 & 10km walk and run – Kings Park Athletics Stadium. (082 454 4073)

The Victoria Street Market (031 306 4021), Durban’s original Indian market, is situated in Berta Mkhize Street and opens daily to sell everything from brass ornaments, curios and clothing to fish, spices and music.

Walk/Run – Moses Mabhida Stadium. 13-15 July SUP Durbs Pro SA Wave Champs – Durban.

Located behind Greyville Racecourse, First Avenue, the Greyville Car Boot & Second Hand Clothing Market (083 300 2999) takes place on a Sunday.

14 July 17:15 Rugby: Cell C Sharks vs Jaguares – Kings Park Stadium. 21 July Road running: Mandela 67 Corporate Relay – People’s Park, Moses Mabhida Stadium. (083 252 0691)

Eldorado Jewellers are one of the leading and most competitive jewellery businesses in Durban, with jewellery and prices of unmatched quality. Stockists of superior quality gold jewellery and fine brand watches, the business strives to provide consumers with ultimate satisfaction. 31 Beachview Mall (031 368 2276)

22 July Dolphin Mile Surf Swim Series #7 – Marine Surf Lifesaving Club. (082 320 7083) 22 July Road running: Totalsports Women’s 10km Run/Walk – Kings Park Athletics Stadium. (082 517 4799) 26 July 18:00 Road running: Durban Mixed Time Trial League 8km & 4km – Stella Athletics Club.

WHAT’S ON…DURBAN CENTRAL ART GALLERIES The Durban Art Gallery (031 311 2264/9) based in Durban City Hall is home to artworks from Europe, the East and Africa, dating from the 15th century to the present day. Open Monday-Saturday, 08:30-16:00, and Sunday 11:00-16:00. June Interpret Durban 9 in conjunction with ISEA2018 Durban and Innovation Festival Durban. The KZNSA Gallery (031 277 1705) in Bulwer Rd, Glenwood, features an exciting and ever-changing array of exhibitions by local and international artists. Until 10 June ‘Vertoef/Linger’ is a solo exhibition by Andries Gouws. Situated at 120 Florida Rd, the Elizabeth Gordon Gallery (031 303 8133) contains

MARKETS & SHOPPING The SMarket (082 741 8805) is a street food market offering tasty feasts on the second Friday of every month from 17:30 to 22:00 at 8 Morrison Street. Run on the last Friday of the month from 17:30-22:00, the Rivertown Night Market located at 8 Morrison Street has some of the best slow-cooked food and creative dessert traders in Durban, not to mention craft products that are strictly made in South Africa, live music and a kids’ area. ‘Plan B’ Essenwood Market (081 370 7577) comprises books, crafts, jewellery, a free jumping castle, and so much more. Open on Saturdays from 09:00-15:00.

fine art by leading South African artists. Paintings include works by Zimbabwean artist, Hugh Mbayiwa, beautiful watercolours of Fynbos and roses by local artist Lindy Acton, hyper-realist paintings from Karen Fortune, and two new paintings by Renee Leslie. Until 2 June Group exhibition entitled ‘It’s a dog’s life’. The African Art Centre (031 312 3804) at 15a Station Drive in Morningside nurtures and promotes the work of original artists and craftspeople, and showcases a variety of high quality fine art, Zulu beadwork. 7 June-1 July Footsteps of the Fathers Exhibition exploring the roles that fathers play in society. This is the first in a series arising from the African Art Centre, Velobala/Curate.A.Space workshop for new exhibition makers.

WHAT’S ON…DURBAN CENTRAL MUSEUMS The most-visited natural science museum in the country, attracting just under 300 000 visitors annually, the Durban Natural Science Museum (031 311 2256/42) at Durban City Hall is open Monday-Saturday 08:30-16:00; Sunday & holidays 11:00-16:00. The Natural Science Museum Research Centre offers the public access to the third largest collection of birds in Africa!

Maritime Museum (031 311 2230) in Small Crafts Basin, and regional culture & history at the Campbell Collections (tours 031 207 3432, library 031 207 3711) in 220 Gladys Mazibuko Rd. The Phansi Museum (031 206 2889), cnr 41 Cedar & Esther Roberts roads, has a wealth of Southern African artefacts. There’s Apartheid history at Kwa Muhle Museum (031 311 2213), 130 Braam Fischer Rd, and Cato Manor Heritage Centre (031 261 3216), 750 Rick Turner Rd; Indian culture at Durban Cultural & Documentation Centre (031 309 7559), cnr Epsom Rd & Derby St; and colonial & pre-colonial history at Old House Museum (031 311 2261), 31 St Andrews St, and the Old Court House Museum (031 311 2225), 77 Samora Machel St.

Situated at the Durban Jewish Centre, 44 KE Masinga Rd, the Durban Holocaust Centre (031 368 6833 or dbnholocaust@djc.co.za) contains displays and information on the Holocaust and other human rights abuses. Explore nautical history at the Natal

WHAT’S ON…DURBAN CENTRAL ATTRACTIONS Warm and sunny winters mean that the beaches along this golden coastline remain a huge draw-card for tourists, with a number earning the prestigious international ‘Blue Flag’ accolade. The popular uShaka Beach has held full Blue Flag status for the past two years.

and comprises dolphin and seal stadia, a snorkel reef and dive tank, water adventure centre, kids’ entertainment zone and a pristine stretch of beach. The colourful Art Deco styled Suncoast Casino & Entertainment World (031 328 3000) is situated alongside a lovely stretch of beach and boasts speciality shops, cinemas, restaurants and a hotel.

It comes as no surprise that Durban’s ‘Golden Mile’ has earned a TripAdvisor ‘Certificate of Excellence’, as the glorious Beachfront Promenade which stretches from Blue Lagoon in the north to uShaka Marine World in the south provides the perfect seaside environment for cyclists, joggers and walkers.

The majestic gold-domed Jummah Musjid Mosque (031 306 0026) on the corner of Dr Yusuf Dadoo (Grey) and Dennis Hurley (Queen) streets dates back to the 1880s and claims to be the largest place of worship for Muslims in the Southern Hemisphere.

uShaka Marine World (031 328 8000) is Africa’s largest marine theme park

VISIT THE LARGEST MOSQUE IN THE SOUTHERN HEMISPHERE You can attend the Mosque for a private tour or with your school or organization. You will be met personally by an official IPCI tour guide, who will introduce you to the basic tenets of Islam, the belief system and practices of Muslims.

Free Literature will be provided to tour particpants

BOOK YOUR TOUR ONLINE: www.ipci.co.za/mosquetours

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WHAT’S ON…DURBAN CENTRAL The refurbished Mini Town (031 337 7892) on North Beach boasts meticulous scale models of Durban’s best-known buildings as well as a working train, harbour and airport.

and pedal cars may be hired; guided trails along the river are offered. Durban’s exceptional climate and gorgeous subtropical surrounds provide the perfect setting for a number of excellent golf courses such as those found at Durban Country Club (031 313 1777) which ranks among the world’s top 100 golf courses and the top five in South Africa; and Royal Durban Golf Club (031 309 1373).

Experience a 360-degree view of Durban and the Indian Ocean from the iconic arch of Moses Mabhida Stadium (031 582 8242). The Skycar takes visitors on a two-minute trip to the 106-metrehigh Sky Platform, the stadium arch’s highest point; 09:00-18:00 daily. The Big Rush Big Swing (031 332 3250) is the world’s only stadium swing!

The Emmanuel Catholic Cathedral (031 306 3595) in the CBD is notable for its Gothic architecture as well the role of its leadership in the anti-apartheid struggle.

Founded over 150 years ago, the Durban Botanic Gardens (031 332 4000) in John Zikhali (Sydenham) Road are home to Africa’s best subtropical collection of bromeliads, cycads, indigenous trees and orchids, as well as a beautiful lake, outdoor amphitheatre and tea garden. Guided Golf Cart Tours (082 783 7671) are offered Mon-Sun, 08:30-16:30, from the Visitors’ Complex.

Cultural and historical walking tours (031 322 4173/4205) leave from Tourist Junction, 160 Monty Naicker (Pine) Street, at 09:30 & 13:30 Monday-Friday and 09:30 on Saturday. The double-decker Ricksha Bus (031 322 4164/4209) provides a great vantage point to view the city’s top attractions. Booking and departures from the Ricksha bus kiosk, Old Pavilion Site, North Beach.

The beautiful Mitchell Park (031 303 2275) in Innes Road has a zoo with monkeys, tortoises, small buck, birds and more, as well as a lovely restaurant and teagarden, not to mention a children’s playground.

For something different, try a Helicopter Flip (Air Safaris 084 257 0835) or a Segway Tour (031 303 4534) from Moses Mabhida Stadium and learn interesting facts about the stadium and the city of Durban.

Open daily 08:00-16:30, Durban’s Green Hub (www.durbangreencorridor.co.za) lies on the south bank of the uMngeni River estuary. Canoes, mountain bikes 14

WHAT’S ON…DURBAN CENTRAL EATING OUT International 9th Avenue Bistro........................ 031 312 9134 The Address................................. 031 303 8822 Antique Café ............................... 031 303 5959 Audacia Manor …......................... 031 303 9520 Bertuoa........................................ 031 828 1979 Blue Zoo...................................... 031 303 2265 Boutique Boulangerie.................. 031 201 2406 Brasserie, Edward Hotel.............. 031 337 3681 California Dreaming..................... 031 332 0037 Canvas Grill ................................. 031 201 3096 Corner Cafƒ.................................. 031 201 0219 Egagasini, South Beach............... 031 337 6651 Freedom Café ............................. 031 309 4434 Fusion ......................................... 031 202 6182 Glenwood Bakery ........................ 072 614 6081 Harbour Cruise ............................ 084 456 4000 Hashtag ...................................... 031 837 8762 Havana Grill ................................ 031 337 1305 Joop’s Place.................................. 031 312 9135 KUD’TA, Wilson’s Wharf............. 076 448 7066 The Lingela, ................................ 031 362 1300 Lola’s Bistro................................. 031 828 7011 Love Coffee.................................. 084 493 2802 Market......................................... 031 309 8581 Parc Café ..................................... 031 205 7285 Pier 107, Beach Hotel.................... 031 337 5511 Pop-Up Society............................ 031 201 5566 Prep Room................................... 083 794 5875 Quarters Café .............................. 031 303 5246 S43.............................................. 031 303 2747 Roots Café................................... 031 312 9488 Smokin’ Joe’s............................... 031 201 2343 St Clements Garden Café............. 031 202 2511 Story Durban ............................... 031 827 8679 Wodka......................................... 031 332 8190 Zack’s ......................................... Wilson’s Wharf.......................... 031 305 1677 Windermere Centre.................... 031 312 0755 Mediterranean & Pizza Casa Bella 031 007 0136 Ciao Bella Cafƒ 031 332 5917 Delfi 031 312 7032 Falafel Fundi 083 783 6172 Hubcaps Woodfired Pizza 031 309 3203 La Bella Trattoria, Essenwood 031 201 9176

Luna Blu 031 312 4665 Mama Luciana’s, Greyville 031 303 8350 Olive & Oil, Glenwood 031 201 6146 Pesto, The Palace Resort 031 332 8351 Roma Revolving 031 337 6707 Indian & Curry Al Mehran 031 332 5127 Cane Cutters 031 201 1603 Capsicum, Britannia Hotel 031 303 2266 Danny’s House of Curries 031 303 2029 House of Curries on Florida 031 303 6076 Little Gujarat 031 305 3148 Little India 031 201 1121 Mali’s Indian Restaurant 031 312 8535 Thai, Chinese & Sushi Daruma, Elangeni Hotel 031 362 1322 Ding Feng 031 303 2887 Green Mango 031 312 7054 Maan Hing 031 201 0115 Mei Xin 031 201 5433 Mooki Noodle Bar 031 811 9199 Sakura 031 303 4537 Sushi Corner, Glenwood 073 274 8649 Tong Lok … 031 309 3467 Spanish, Portuguese & The Americas A Cabana 031 201 7924 A Gruta 031 312 8675 Adega 031 207 8353 Casablanca Seafood & Grill 031 312 4648 Julio’s 031 201 3133 Julio’s on the Bay 076 440 0057 Mochachos 031 368 7242 Mo-Zam-Bik, Florida Rd 031 303 2135 Taco Zulu 031 303 9584 Fish John Dory’s, Overport 031 207 4345 John Dory’s, Suncoast 031 332 5087 John Dory’s, Wilson’s Wharf 031 304 7669 The Oyster Bar 031 307 7883 African Afro’s Chicken, Beachfront. 071 522 3070 Café Abyssinia 031 836 4777 Habesha Café 076 046 2516 The Joint Café. Beachfront 031 332 0805 Moyo, uShaka Pier 031 332 0606 15

WHAT’S ON…SODURBA EVENTS 24 June 08:00-14:00 Paws Family Fun Day: Fundraising for Second Chance Sanctuary, there will be attractions like stalls, a live band, food and entertainment (entrance is free) – Harlequins, 48 Garcin Place, Brighton Beach. (081 369 4505) 30 June 09:00 Sodurba Welcoming of the Whales Festival, with activities such as a children’s treasure hunt and Rocky Walks with WESSA to explore the rock pools – Brighton Beach. (031 467 0404) 29 July 08:00 Durban 5km Hike – Kenneth Stainbank Nature Reserve.

port in Africa. Enjoy a harbour buzz combined with top eateries at Wilson’s Wharf (031 337 7751) waterfront marina on the Victoria embankment next to the Yacht Mole. Boat cruises around the bay can be organised with the Isle of Capri (031 305 3099) or the Durban Charter Boat Association. (031 301 1115). The South Durban Temple Experience (031 467 0404) takes in the Merebank Parasakthie Alayam (est 1949) at 2 Barrackpur Road, Clairwood Shree Siva Soobramoniar Temple (031 465 0671) established in 1889 and now situated at 122 Sirdar Road, and the Isipingo Shree Siva Soobramoniar Temple, founded by the late Mr KN Govender in 1950 and located at 21 Jooma Road.

ATTRACTIONS Durban harbour is the leading container port in the southern hemisphere and the busiest

It’s the sound of 5-metre swells at Cave Rock that command surfers’ respect and tube-riding skills. It’s the sound of vervet monkeys chattering in a nature reserve. The sound of ships’ horns as, guided by the Millennium Tower, they enter the largest harbour in Africa. The sound of cannons on the Bluff blasting out to sea during World War II. The cry of

the Luthuli tribe, who made the first human settlement in the Durban area. The sound of curry bubbling gently in a large pot in the homes of Indians forced in a different age to leave their land and settle on the other side of the bay. Sodurba! The colourful multi-cultural soul of the South Durban Basin..

Tel: 031 467 0404| Website: www.sodurba.co.za

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WHAT’S ON…SODURBA A prominent landmark on the Bluff headlands, the Millennium Tower was built following the widening of the harbour mouth. Boasting a striking design inspired by sugarcane shoots and nautical imagery, this 75-metre-high concrete tower with its revolving cowl operates a vessel tracking service and communicates weather data.

With its unique grassland, rocky shore, coastal forest and wetland, WESSA Treasure Beach (031 467 8507) encompasses one of the last remaining patches of indigenous coastal grassland. The environmental education centre is situated on the Bluff at the site of the original radar tracking station for coastal defence during World War 2. Environmental courses and overnight accommodation, as well as scheduled night walks are offered (booking essential).

Sports activities are numerous, with Bluff National Park Golf Club (031 467 7627) offering a good 18-hole championship course. The coastal waters are ideal for water sports like surfing, paddleskiing, snorkelling and spearfishing, and beautiful Brighton Beach has been granted pilot Blue Flag status for the 2017/18 season.

Sodurba’s other nature reserves include the lovely wetland and birders’ paradise of Bluff Nature Reserve (031 469 2807), the Bayhead Natural Heritage site covering a 15-hectare stand of mangroves right around the edges of the bay, Bluff Eco Park situated in lush

WHAT’S ON…SODURBA subtropical bush and offering a 3-kilometre bicycle track, and the 253-hectare coastal forest of Kenneth Stainbank Nature Reserve in Yellowwood Park, which is home to buck and zebra, and has both walking and mountain bike trails.

Treasure Beach, the Bluff Nature Reserve, Bluff Eco Park, Wilderness Leadership School and Stainbank Nature Reserve, along with Coedmore Castle and Art Gallery. •The Multicultural Route explores Sodurba’s diverse cultural institutions, including Clairwood Shree Siva Soobramoniar Temple, Isipingo Gowshala and Mandir Temple, Isipingo Shree Siva Soobramoniar Temple and the Shri Sivan Soobramoniar Alayam.

TOURS The Sodurba Tourism Association (031 467 0404) suggests three fascinating self-guided routes: •The KZN Whale Coast Route starts at the Whale History Museum at the Maritime Museum. Visitors can take a stroll through the museum to explore the boats and the history of whaling in Durban. That is followed by a boat cruise at Wilson’s Wharf to WESSA’s Treasure Beach and Brighton Beach. •The Conservation Legacy Route takes in

MARKETS & SHOPPING The Durban Fresh Produce Market (031 465 1691) located at 81 Flower Road in Clairwood is a favourite spot to find fresh fruit and vegetables at bargain prices. Open Monday to Friday 05:30-10:45 and Saturdays 05:30-09:30.

WHAT’S ON…CLERMONT

WHAT’S ON… INK EVENTS

ENTERTAINMENT

8 July Sisonke Challenge 10km Run/Walk – Inanda Dam. (073 470 9842) CULTURE Launched in 2011, the Wushwini Pan African Centre for Arts, Culture and Heritage (073 957 9275) is situated at KwaNgcolosi, near the beautiful Inanda Dam. Supported by the KZN Department of Arts and Culture, and Eager Artists (the permanent residency artists).

Clermont is a hub for arts and culture, and is home to the Grammy award winning isicathamiya group, Ladysmith Black Mambazo, as well as other successful artists such as the Clermont Choir, Msawawa, and many more. Contact 031 711 2326 for further information.

ATTRACTIONS The Inanda Heritage Route (Inanda Tourism 031 322 2856) contains some of Durban’s most significant historical sites, many of which stand today as important landmarks along the country’s road to democracy.

With good food, good music and an A-list clientele, the Comfort Zone (061 156 6068) is a popular and upmarket jazz lounge which maintains a smart dress code.

award winning isicathamiya group, Ladysmith Black Mambazo, as well as other successful artists such as the Clermont Choir, Msawawa, and many more.

The Clermont KwaDabeka Tourism Development’s aim is to give tourists a township experience and teach them about the history of Clermont and KwaDabeka - which goes back to 1848 when German settlers were brought to Natal by Jones Bergtheil, who bought a farm called Kranskloof. Clermont is a hub for arts and culture, and is home to the Grammy

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The Ohlange Institute – first known as the Zulu Christian Industrial School – was established in 1900 by Reverend John Dube.

Offering a true township experience, Tate’s Kasi Grill (82 833 1810) is a butchery where friends can enjoy some delicious shisanyama (grilled meat) while dancing to the sounds of popular local DJs and artists.

Covering an area of 1 463 hectares, the Inanda Dam is an important water reservoir as well as being a popular water sports and recreation site which is known for its bass fishing.

ART & CULTURE

The Ekuphakameni Shembe Settlement is the first settlement of Isaiah Shembe’s religious community of Ibandla LamaNazaretha, and houses the original temple built in 1918 by Shembe volunteers.

Artist Thami Jali (076 790 5622) has turned his home into an art studio where he teaches young people fine art, pottery, sculpture and more, while allowing other artists to use his house as a platform from which to display their work.

RESTAURANTS Getty’s Lounge Njomane’s Tavern Sbu’s Lounge Thami’s Food Zone

The Hindu Temple bears witness to former residents of Clermont – Indian farmers who sold their produce at local markets here and further afield. 21

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The Inanda Heritage Route winds its way through the Inanda Valley, taking in some of Durban’s most important, albeit little-known, historical sites. It provides a snapshot of critical South African history as well as, perhaps surprisingly, India’s past.

to represent an Indian client. After being thrown off a train for sitting in a ‘whites only’ section, Gandhi stayed on here and started his passive resistance movement.

But it was the events that unfolded at the turn of the century that shaped Inanda’s future. Mahatma Gandhi, who was then a lawyer, arrived in the region

Tel: 031 510 7008 | Website: www.inktourism.co.za

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A myriad of warm water reef fish and cold water fish converge on Aliwal Shoal to create a kaleidoscope of colour, providing spectacular diving opportunities. For those who prefer to remain on terra firma, the beaches of the Sapphire Coast provide plenty of opportunities to enjoy swimming, surfing or fishing. Nature lovers can explore the Amanzimoti Bird Sanctuary or stroll in one of the nature reserves. For a taste of local history

or culture, there are a number of arts and crafts stores offering a selection of handmade goods, and the Adams Mission College, founded in 1884, is open daily for a look into the past.

Tel: 031 322 2852 | Email: info@sapphirecoasttourism.co.za | Website: sapphirecoasttourism.co.za

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Sapphire Coast Tourism

WHAT’S ON…SAPPHIRE COAST 1 July 07:00 Amanzimtoti Cycling Club’s DAFCO MTB Challenge – Amanzimtoti Sports Centre. (074 848 7405)

The Sapphire Coast offers various types of accommodation options, catering to both tourists and business travellers. Enticing places to stay consist of the finest deluxe guesthouse, exciting timeshare projects, affordable bed-andbreakfast establishments, self-catering apartments and cottages, and the everpopular hotel in Karridene. There are also caravan parks which offer caravan and tent sites.

28 July Wagtail Conservation Festival taking place at Illovo Business Park is sure to assist in bringing increased exposure to the fledgling Sapphire Coast birding route. (061 485 3625) MARKETS & SHOPPING There are loads of crafts and other goodies at Toti Flea Market (081 525 5604) on the last Sunday of every month at Umsinsi Adventures, next to Toti Breweries.

EVENTS Every Saturday 08:00 Amanzimtoti Park Run: 5km run from Amanzimtoti Main Beach.

WHAT’S ON…SAPPHIRE COAST Amanzimtoti’s top shopping complex, Arbour Town is made up of more than 230 stores, and comprises the Galleria (031 904 2233) shopping mall and Arbour Crossing (031 904 2064).

The Sapphire Coast boasts two lovely golf courses – the 18-hole Amanzimtoti Country Club, with its gently undulating landscape and tree-lined fairways, and the beautiful Umkomaas Country Club established in 1913 and known for its trees, birdlife and panoramic sea views.

The Kingsburgh Centre in Winklespruit has a range of speciality stores, while the Seadoone Mall in Doonside offers a safe and convenient shopping experience.

Other outdoor attractions include the peaceful Illanda Wilds on the banks of the Amanzimtoti River, the 36-hectare Umbogavango Nature Reserve with its wetlands and superb bird-watching opportunities, and the coastal forest of Empisini Nature Reserve.

ATTRACTIONS There’s children’s entertainment at Galleria Shopping Centre in the form of an Ice Rink (031 904 1156) and the Fun Company (031 904 5770) which is home to bowling, glow in the dark mini-golf, a games arcade and bumper cars.

Today a national monument, the Green Point Lighthouse near Umkomaas was built in 1904 to warn ships of the treacherous reefs of the Aliwal Shoal, which claimed the bulk carrier MV Produce in 1974 and the Nebo in 1884. RESTAURANTS Barker & Smith .............. 031 903 1552 Café Amanda.................. 082 371 6814 Circus Circus, Galleria...... 031 904 1250 Friends Restaurant......... 031 903 1713 Giorgio’s.......................... 031 903 1556 Lords and Legends......... 031 903 4534 Mr Brown’s...................... 031 904 3959 Ollie’s Pub and Grill ........ 031 903 7912 Shot Brew Bistro............. 031 903 1526 Thirsty Whale ................ 064 382 8420 Zanzibar Restaurant...... 031 916 3611

Rowing boats and canoes to be hired from Oasis Water World (031 903 4817); and a Super Tube and a water slide, air gym, jumping mat and ferris wheel at GoBananaz Adventure Park (084 565 2116). For beachgoers, both Amanzimtoti and Umgababa beaches have pilot ‘Blue Flag’ status for the 2017/18 season; a nod to their excellent amenities, cleanliness and environmental management, not to mention safety features such as the presence of lifeguards.

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mischief while celebrating female vocalists from around the world.

7-9 June Heaven in Healthcare Conference – Hillside Campus, Hillcrest. (031 765 3080)

29 June-1 July ‘The Swinging Sixties’ sees Dave Monks and Marion Loudon transport audiences back in time to an era inhabited by artists like The Beatles, Sonny and Cher, The Carpenters, Nancy Sinatra, The Monkees, Cliff Richard and The Bee Gees.

20&21 June 19:00 Supper Theatre performance featuring the internationallyacclaimed Kearsney College Choir, currently ranked 12th in the world – Henderson Hall, Kearsney. (Book via Computicket)

11-15 July ‘Rock ‘n Roll Nerds’ showcases music from history’s greatest piano geeks, including Ray Charles, Jerry Lee Lewis, Elton John, Stevie Wonder, Billy Joel, Bruce Hornsby, Alicia Keys and John Legend, among others.

28 June Fry’s Green Meeting – Camp Orchards, Hillcrest. (031 700 3022) 28 June 18:00 Road running: Durban Mixed Time Trial League 8km & 4km – Hillcrest Villagers AC.

18-22 July ‘My Travelling Bag’ features the delightful storytelling of Gcina Mhlophe, well-known South African anti-apartheid activist, actress, storyteller, poet, playwright, director and author.

8 July MTB: 2018 Lap Challenge Championships – Mazarat Park. (082 781 5656)

A 30-minute drive inland from Durban will bring you to the green suburbs of Kloof and Hillcrest, edged by the rugged Valley of 1000 Hills. It is aptly named as the land literally tumbles down to the Umgeni River Valley in thousands of hills dotted with traditional Zulu homesteads.

climbing, quad biking, mountain bike trails, abseiling, microlighting and canoeing. There are numerous upmarket B&Bs and boutique hotels for visitors to stay in as they spend some time in the area.

The area is a growing destination for adventure enthusiasts, with an array of activities on offer including rock Tel: 031 322 2855/4 | Email: info@1000hillstourism.co.za | Website: 1000 hillstourism.co.za

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15 July Road running: Forest 10: 10km Run/Walk – Forest Hills Sports Club. (071 610 3860)

ART GALLERIES & MUSEUMS The Longmynd Art Gallery (031 765 2878) at 24 Old Main Rd, Hillcrest, offers an interesting and diverse selection of traditional, contemporary and modern art by early and mid-career artists as well as fine investment art by South African masters. Original bronze sculptures and ceramics by internationally acclaimed sculptors are on permanent display.

29 July Mathews Meyiwa Half Marathon: 21/10km Run/Walk – Hammarsdale Junction Mall. (072 880 5731) ENTERTAINMENT Rhumbelow Theatre @Tina’s (14 Beryldene Road, Kloof, 031 764 7843) 1-3 June ‘James Taylor & Carole King’ is a slightly theatrical, mostly musical, tribute to two of the foremost singer-songwriters of the 1960s.

ATTRACTIONS Explore an Animal Farm in the upper highway area. Willow Creek (078 760 5436 or 031 768 1029) in Hillcrest offers fun and educational interactions with animals and has a tea garden and gift shop.

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WHAT’S ON…1000 HILLS TOURISM Winsome View Animal Farm and Country Bistro (031 769 1500) in Summerveld is an educational farm teaching kids about conservation, animal husbandry, gardening, recycling and sustainable living; and the Animal Farmyard and Teagarden (031 765 2240) in Hillcrest lets children feed and pet the animals, milk a cow, ride a pony/horse, have a tractor ride, play on the jungle gym swings and slides, or experience a zip-line ride.

a restaurant and children’s play zone at PheZulu Safari Park (031 777 1000).

Situated in Waterfall, Wet Rock Indoor Waterpark Adventures (087 288 4256) is a superb birthday party venue for kids as well as being perfect for school excursions.

Nature reserves in the upper highway area include Krantzkloof (031 764 3515) in Kloof, with its lovely waterfall, steep cliffs and dramatic gorge views, and Shongweni Dam & Game Reserve (031 769 1283), which is home to two of Africa’s ‘big five’ – buffalo and rhino – a good spot for game drives, water sports and rock climbing.

Take the family for a train ride on the Umgeni Steam Railway and climb aboard the 1000 Hills Choo Choo as it travels from Kloof Station through the Valley of 1000 Hills to Inchanga and back again on 17 June (Father’s Day train); 24 June; 30 June & 1 July (Winter Holiday train); 28 July (Christmas in July train); & 29 July. (www.umgenisteamrailway.co.za)

The Drumshack Experience promises an evening of magical rhythms, funky grooves and community drumming in an acoustically phenomenal stone amphitheatre in a unique castle setting on the last Saturday of the month from 17:30 to 23:00 – Castle-on-Main.

WHAT’S ON…1000 HILLS TOURISM supports more than 350 crafters who are infected or affected by HIV/AIDS. The beautiful arts and crafts include beadwork, wire work, jewellery, clothing, bags, shoes, pottery, cushions and toys. There are three outlets: 26 Old Main Road, Hillcrest; 237 Old Main Road, Botha’s Hill; and Shop 10, Fields Shopping Centre, Kloof.

Run on the last Sunday of the month from 09:30-13:30, The Marvellous Market (084 491 1452) focuses on supporting home industries and locally made products, with items including cakes, biscuits and savouries, specialised coffee, handmade crafts, pet accessories and more. This is one of few markets where dogs on a leash are welcome. A shopping centre with a family focus, Oxford Village (031 765 2500) covers approximately 16 000 square metres, boasts an Oxford Freshmarket store as its anchor tenant, and has a covered, all-weather market. Woza Moya (031 765 5866) is the economic empowerment project of the Hillcrest AIDS Centre Trust, and now

See raptors in action in free-flight and interactive demonstrations at the African Bird Of Prey Sanctuary (031 785 4382) situated just off the N3 on the Lion Park road. Crafts as well as a variety of food and farm produce can be found at Shongweni Farmers & Craft Market (031 777 1674) every Saturday from 06:30-11:30 at Lot 457, MR551, Shongweni; see www. shongwenimarket.co.za for directions. The Kloof & Highway SPCA Market (031 764 1212) hosts open market days every week: Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays 08:00-12:00 with amazing bargains, delicious food and live entertainment, a tea garden (which has a Wi-Fi hotspot), children’s play area and five jungle gyms.

Makaranga Garden Lodge (031 764 6616) is a botanical wonderland situated off Igwbaba Road, Kloof. It covers 30-acres of indigenous vegetation, majestic Macaranga trees, a natural waterfall and authentic Japanese garden. There’s also an excellent restaurant and a kid-zone for the little ones.

Open every Sunday from 10:00-15:00, the child and pet friendly Botha’s Hill Arts & Craft Market (083 564 3335) takes place opposite The Fainting Goat, 3 Botha Road.

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WHAT’S ON…1000 HILLS TOURISM Mediterranean & Pizza La Pizza Pazza, Kloof ..........031 764 0749 Lupa Osteria, Hillcrest..........031 765 3059 Olive & Oil, Hillcrest..............031 765 6214 Papa Giovanni’s, Hillcrest.....031 765 3617 Primi Polo, Hillcrest .............031 765 6920 Stretta Café, Hillcrest...........031 765 8862

RESTAURANTS International Bellevue Café, Kloof .............031 717 2780 Boma Restaurant, ...............031 777 1205 Café 66, 1000 Hills................079 448 1672 Chantecler Hotel Buffet .......031 765 2613 Chilliplum, Hillcrest..............031 765 2590 Hussar Grill, Kloof.................031 764 1187 Intaba View, 1000 Hills ........031 783 4011 La Verdure, Gillitts................031 764 1118 Mr Brown’s, Hillcrest.............031 765 5335 Olive Garden ........................031 768 1314 Oscar’s Café, Hillcrest...........031 765 7322 Pallet Jack’s, Hillcrest...........031 765 2954 Pot & Kettle..........................031 777 1312 Quo, Gillitts...........................082 320 7906

Indian & Curry New Gate of India.................031 764 1517 Punjabi’s...............................031 765 4779 Thai, Chinese & Sushi Phuket Thai, Kloof................031 764 0882 SuThai, Kloof........................082 744 9955 Takami Sushi, Gillitts ...........078 900 8694 Tommy Sushi Shop, Kloof....074 336 8311 Wai Thai...............................031 765 5019 Yang......................................031 765 5114 Spanish, Portuguese & The Americas 1904 Bistro Américain..........031 035 0105 Bazaruto’s, Kloof..................031 764 4406 Mo-Zam-Bik, Hillcrest..........031 765 6556 Fish John Dory’s, Kloof.................031 764 6079 John Dory’s, Watercrest........031 763 1127 Q 4 Prawns, Hillcrest............031 765 2480 Taverns & Pubs Green Man Pub.....................031 764 7843 Keg and Trout.......................031 765 2070 Stoker’s Arms, Kloof ............031 764 6706

Umhlanga offers upmarket, first-world shopping centres, the best South African tour operators, a wealth of entertainment, restaurants and nature trails, all in a secure environment. Umhlanga is just a ten-minute drive on the N2 (southbound) from King Shaka Airport and is situated on the northern beaches of KwaZulu-Natal. Ocean enthusiasts and outdoor

adventurers will be in their element; surfing, deep-sea fishing, whale watching and dolphin viewing, scuba diving, kite boarding and microlight flips are just some of the many activities available on this wonderful stretch of coastline.

Tel: 031 561 4257 | Email: info@umhlangatourism.co.za| Website: www.umhlangatourism.co.za

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WHAT’S ON…UMHLANGA EVENTS 16 June 19:00 Glenmorangie Paired Dinner – Oyster Box Hotel. (031 514 5000) 22-24 June Surfing: Billabong Junior Series #1 – Ballito. 25 June-1 July Surfing: Ballito Pro presented by Billabong – Willards Beach, Ballito. 27-29 June 09:00-19:00 Renaissance Conference – Harvest Church, Umhlanga. (031 562 0338) 29 June 18:00 Movies in The Park: Frozen at Durban’s first outdoor cinema – Chris Saunders Park. 14 July Dance Party with Neha Kakkak – Sibaya Sun Park. (031 580 5000) 28 July Pinotage on Tap – Litchi Orchard. (Book via Computicket)

freedom fighter. 14 July ‘Shakti Beats Musical Mania’ offers the glitz, glamour and sheer beauty of an Eastern Musical Extravaganza as well as KZN’s most adorable and stunning lasses taking to the catwalk to compete for the coveted KZN Eastern Wear crown and title. 21 July ‘Married... But not to Each Other’ promises a memorable night of comedy with Ndumiso Lindi and Tumi Morake. 22 July Kanada Narahari Live In Concert. Rockwood Theatre (Sibaya Casino) Until 17 June Let ‘That 80s Show’ transport you back to a time when synthesizer music, energetic anthems and incredible voices rocked our world. 7-8 June The Parlotones, with their bestloved tracks as well as new material. 20-23 June ‘All Shook Up’ features Shaky Russell and a star studded cast performing more than 25 of Elvis’ greatest hits. 21 June Comedy legend Barry Hilton. 27-28 June Prime Circle. 12-30 July ‘Jukebox Hits’ highlights hits that have been played on Jukeboxes world over for more than four decades!

ENTERTAINMENT iZulu Theatre (Sibaya Casino, 031 580 5701) 1-3 June ‘Out of bounds’ sees Rajesh Gopie bringing to life some 28 characters as he entertains with dazzling craft and skill. 8 June ‘Vaangamaacha’ features Kumari Ambigay a programme consisting of music, song, dance and comedy. 9 June Krish Swamivel Dance Extravaganza showcases scintillating dance sequences in classical, folk and Bollywood styles. 10 June ‘Mervyn From Durban’ is a take on the funny side of growing up in Durban. 20 June Chutney And Nagara Nite with Saraswathie Nagara and SATMA award winners Flash Entertainers. 22-23 June ‘Bollywood Dhamaka’ with Kirthan Pillay, son of the legendary Kartiegasen Pillay and a megastar of the Indian music industry. 24 June ‘The Bread, The Porridge + Mix Masala’ is a comedy by Melanie Kisten. 26 June-8 July ‘Hook or by Crook’ is a story set in Chatsworth with a plot which revolves around Manikum Chetty, a former

Krakatoa Action Bar (Sibaya Casino) hosts Bhangra evenings every Friday with DJ Elvis and the Durban Desi Crew. Mama’s Jus’ Jazzin’ (031 563 4530) on the corner of Umhlanga Rocks Drive & Kenneth Kaunda Road is another popular nightspot and is open from Wednesdays to Sundays. CULTURE Etchings Art Gallery (031 563 6431) can be found at 11 Browns Drift Road. Established in 1993, it supports and promotes the work of the new and well-established artists, showcasing original art and framing. 32

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The best of the coastal nature reserves are Beachwood Mangroves (083 644 3767), with its unique swamp forest, estuarine ecosystem and guided canoeing trips.

Situated at 490 Riverside Road on the banks of the Umgeni, the Umgeni River Bird Park (031 579 4600) encompasses 3.5 hectares of lush tropical landscapes and houses an ever-increasing collection of more than 800 birds from 200 species.

MARKETS & SHOPPING A variety of fresh and homemade produce, craft stalls, live music and an adventure playground for children are to be found at Golden Hours Family Market (083 262 3693). Behind Hyper-bythe-Sea, Durban North, it is open most Sundays from 10:00-15:30.

The only organisation of its kind in the world, the Sharks Board (031 566 0400) in Umhlanga has audio-visual shows, shark dissections and life-like replicas of sharks and other fish in its museum.

The Wonder Market (079 747 7661) in the beautiful surroundings of Chris Saunders Park, opposite Gateway, offers food, crafts and more on the last Sunday of the month from 09:00-14:00.

Visit an indoor trampoline park at Jump4Joy (031 563 0106) in Durban North with its interconnected trampolines, basketball slam dunk lanes and trampoline dodgeball – not to mention a bouncy foam pit.

The Umhlanga Farmers’ Market (082 413 1887) takes place every Wednesday from 10:00-13:00 at Autumn Drive, Prestondale.

Children’s entertainment at Gateway Theatre of Shopping comprises Electric Avenue (031 566 1897) and Mr Funtubbles Fabulous Family Fun Fair (031 584 6645), as well as action karting, ten-pin bowling and adventure putt-putt (031 566 2247).

Cornubia Mall (031 001 0160) offers a mix of food, fashion, lifestyle and sports, all integrated into an outdoor familyorientated shopping experience.

Lying between Umdloti and Umhlanga, Sibaya Casino & Entertainment Kingdom (031 580 5000) has over 1000 slot and 24 touch-bet roulette machines as well as roulette, blackjack and poker tables, not to mention a luxury hotel and conference facilities, iZulu Theatre, Krakatoa Bar, Mangwanani Spa and children’s entertainment centre.

Gateway Theatre of Shopping (031 566 2332) boasts more than 350 top stores, over 50 restaurants, 18 cinemas, Cinema Nouveaux, amusement centre and funfair. La Lucia Mall (031 562 8420) is an exclusive shopping destination with a wide range of more than 130 international, national and local retailers, restaurants and service related businesses under one roof.

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RESTAURANTS

Republik ..............................031 573 1429 RocoMamas, Durban North..031 563 0925 RocoMamas..........................031 566 2441 RJ’s Steakhouse....................031 563 3911 Spice Restaurant & Bar.........032 943 3558 Tashas, Gateway...................031 566 5209 Tree Natural Café .................031 561 1169 Union Square........................031 563 0923 Vovo Telo Umhlanga ............031 561 6593

International Africa to Asia........................031 580 5168 Afro’s Chicken Durban North......................063 005 5258 Umhlanga...........................061 418 7300 Beluga...................................031 584 7430 The Coop...............................031 563 2452 Cosmopolitan.......................031 566 1814 Dish, Royal Palm Hotel.........031 581 8181 Beverley Hills Hotel …...........031 561 2211 Fabrica, Sunningdale............082 846 7974 Fourteen on Chartwell..........031 561 1017 Hingham Teagarden.............076 812 3886 Hussar Grill, Gateway............031 566 4043 Ile Maurice............................031 561 7609 Life Savours, Umhlanga.......031 561 5346 Little Havana .......................031 561 7589 The Lookout .........................031 562 1415 Maritimo’s, Cabana Beach ..031 561 5672 Mayfair Café.........................031 563 2599 Mundo Vida..........................031 568 2286 Nourish Café, Glenashley .....031 266 6124 Nouriti Health Café, .............031 572 2390 Oyster Box Grill.....................031 514 5000 Oyster Terrace.......................031 514 5000 Pasha’s, Glenashley..............031 562 0564 Plan B Dessertery.................031 563 1173 The Press Club .....................031 561 7117

Mediterranean & Pizza Al Firenze, La Lucia..............031 572 5559 Andrea’s Caffe Italia ............031 563 0333 Angelo’s, Umhlanga.............031 561 3245 Aurelia’s, Umhlanga.............031 566 2725 Bel Punto, Umdloti...............031 568 2407 Café Limone, Gateway .........031 566 4417 Ciao Bar, Durban North.........031 303 9511 Gazi, Umhlanga.................... 031 561 1967 La Casa Nostra, Umdloti.......031 568 1996 Luigi’s, Umhlanga.................031 561 3988 Lupa Osteria Durban North......................031 941 1181 Umhlanga...........................031 940 6689 The Mad Italian....................031 573 2938 Mama Luciana’s...................031 562 1405 Marco Paulo Bistro ...............031 502 2221 Mythos................................. 031 942 2997 Nikos Coalgrill Greek.............031 007 0375 Old Town Italy, Umhlanga.....031 566 5008

Spanish, Portuguese & The Americas A Tasca ................................031 563 2603 Adega, Gateway....................031 584 6311 Barrio....................................031 566 7456 El Toro ..................................031 564 3015 Four15...................................031 564 0415 Joita’s....................................031 561 3577 Julio’s Durban North .....................031 563 5546 Umhlanga...........................031 561 1958 Mo-Zam-Bik, Gateway.........031 836 1574 Pintxada...............................082 688 1310 Salsa Mexican Grill................031 940 4344

Olive & Oil, Umhlanga...........031 561 2618 Remo’s Originale..................031 539 5955 Remo’s Villaggio...................031 561 7143 Tatum’s Caffe Italia..............031 572 5670 Indian & Curry Bombay Blu .........................031 564 7914 Dalchini ................................031 837 1016 Gateway to India..................031 566 5711 Indian Summer ....................031 562 1234 Jaipur Palace ........................031 564 9215 Kashmir................................031 561 7486 Masala Masala......................031 561 1422 My Diners, Gateway..............031 566 1678 Panaji ...................................031 564 0828 Some Like It Hot...................031 563 1322

Fish Aqua, Sibaya Casino ............031 580 5000 Cape Town Fish Market........031 566 4432 Catch, Umhlanga..................031 561 2303 Deep Blue Fish Co.................031 461 2530 Fish ......................................031 561 2912 Jack Salmon .........................031 572 3664 Jimmy’s Killer Prawns...........031 566 1857 John Dory’s, Gateway............031 566 3334 John Dory’s, Pearls................061 501 3890 Lord Prawn...........................031 561 1133

Thai, Chinese & Sushi Bamboo Sushi Lounge..........031 561 2705 Bite Your Tongue...................031 563 4419 China Plate...........................031 564 6437 Daruma, Umhlanga Pearls....031 561 1342 Greedy Buddha ....................031 566 4383 Green Mango, Umhlanga......031 836 3680 Green Parrot......................... 031 564 2939 Kung Thai Durban North......................031 564 5458 Umhlanga...........................031 561 2050 Mo Noodles..........................031 561 1722 Siam Thai.............................031 561 1237 Speak Sushi .........................031 563 6464 Sun-Sun, Sibaya Casino........031 564 4548 SW1......................................031 502 2215 Ton Hoi .................................031 562 9933

Pubs & Taverns BrewHaus, Durban North......074 297 5746 Connor’s Public House..........031 563 4462 Downtown Bar & Bistro........031 561 7740 Hooters ................................031 561 2744 Porters Sports Bar ...............031 572 3152 Steak and Ale ......................031 561 7234 Waxy O’Connors...................031 562 9275 Woodstock Music, ...............087 288 5218 35

WHAT’S ON…DURBAN WEST EVENTS 2 June Deutsche Schule Durban ‘Musik & Laternenfest’ promises a fun-filled family afternoon with great music, kids’ activities and more – 34 Stafford Road, Cowies Hill. 3 June Cycling: Westville M13 Road Race Classic. (084 407 5566) 6 June & 4 July 17:30 Giba Gorge Night Trail Run Series: 5 & 10 km Fun Run – Giba Gorge MTB Park, 110 Stockville Rd. (031 769 1527) 16 June Archie Gumede Half Marathon – KwaNdengezi Nte High School. (082 708 3690 / 072 518 860) 30 June 09:00 ‘Building up our Future Generation’ focuses on the youth of South Africa – Lahee Park Sports Field. (Book at Computicket) 14-15 July Greg Minnaar Cycles Gravity MTB Championship – Giba Gorge MTB Park. (083 244 7499) 27 July 16:30 Westville Night Market – Westville Mall. 28-29 July State of Stance - The Pavilion

Situated between the warm blue Indian Ocean and the Valley of 1000 Hills, and serviced by an excellent road network, Durban West is so central to Durban life – fun and pleasure activities are a mere 10 to 15-minute drive away. Zululand’s safari and game parks, the Battlefields route, the Drakensberg mountain range and the coastal routes of the Dolphin and Sapphire Coasts are

all within a day’s visit. All of this you find just fifteen minutes from our Durban West. Sail, swim, surf, cycle and run; play golf or just stroll along or relax on our sun-drenched beaches watching the ships sail by.

Tel: 082 783 2321| Email: marketing.dwcto@netsolutions.co.za | Website: www.durbanwest.co.za

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Park (031 769 1527) offers a variety of MTB trails, a BMX track, super-cross track and cycle clinic, as well as horseback trails, picnic spots, a restaurant and kids’ play area. Nature Reserves in the highway area include Palmiet (031 203 7065) in Westville, Paradise Valley (031 702 3443) in Pinetown, and New Germany (031 262 8239). Westville Country Club (031 266 1391) has a beautiful and tranquil Eco Trail route which is open between 06:00 and 18:00 for walking, trail running, MTB and birding. CULTURE Discover information on the 1848 German Settlers at Bergtheil Local History Museum (031 203 7107), 16 Queens Ave, Westville. Designed in the shape of a lotus flower, the impressive Hare Krishna Temple of Understanding (031 403 3328) in Chatsworth is open for tours and serves great vegetarian food.

ENTERTAINMENT Rainbow Restaurant (23 Stanfield Lane, Pinetown, 083 463 8044 / 031 702 9161 or www.therainbow.co.za) has a colourful cultural heritage. Concerts offer a genuine township vibe in a safe environment.

RESTAURANTS International Black Forest Tavern............031 702 2908 Chez Nous,..........................031 266 7011 RocoMamas, Westville.......031 266 0918 Woodcutters’ Grillhouse.....031 266 1843

MARKETS & SHOPPING Organic, pesticide- and herbicide-free produce fresh from the farm every Thursday from 08:30-12:00 at Westville Farmers’ Market (Clint 076 9583601) located at Jimmy Bellows Sports Ground.

Mediterranean & Pizza Juke’s Wood Oven Pizza.....087 941 4590 Lupa Osteria, Westville......031 266 8793 Indian & Curry Chai Kadai...........................031 836 4649 My Diners............................031 266 1540

Comprising two floors of retail shopping as well as a number of good eateries, Westwood Mall (031 279 2160) is situated near 45th Cutting in Westville.

Thai, Chinese & Sushi Aroy Thai ...........................031 262 1299 Foon Lok Nien....................031 266 2931 Marulas...............................031 266 7600

ATTRACTIONS Situated at 110 Stockville Road, Westmead, Giba Gorge Mountain Bike

Spanish, Portuguese & The Americas A Tasca Westville...............031 262 2305 Zanzibar, Westwood ..........031 916 3611 37

WHAT’S ON…UMLAZI Umlazi boasts a beautiful park – How Long Park (now a host venue to a number of musical shows). Enjoy 360° views of Umlazi from Inwabi mountain summit, which stands at approximately 360 metres above sea level.

as food outlets such as Nandos, Chicken Licken, KFC, Debonairs Pizza and Spur, to name just a few. ATTRACTIONS Places of interest in Umlazi include How Long Park, which was founded in 1976 by Michael Fana Mlangeni, who maintained and improved it with his own funds until he was employed by the Municipality as caretaker in 1998.

Come and explore Umlazi through its fascinating, interactive tourism route and experience a unique Umlazi township vibe with its friendly people over the much loved shisanyama (meat cooked on an open fire) in one of our classy restaurants or lounges. EVENTS 6 July 16:00 Vodacom Durban July pre-party experience and shisanyama, with SA’s hottest acts on stage – Eyadini Lounge. (Book via Computicket) 8 July Vodacom Durban After-Party – Eyadini Lounge. (Book via Computicket)

Umlazi is the third-biggest township in South Africa and has its own unique number plate – NUZ. It is also rich in historical, cultural and political heritage. From the fashion, to the entertainment, urban shopping malls, first-class sport facilities and eateries such as Eyadini, Max’s Lifestyle, Nuz Vegas, Sdis Tavern, and more. Come and explore Umlazi through

Another site of importance is the home of lawyer and struggle stalwart Griffiths Mxenge and his wife Victoria, both of whom were killed by Apartheid forces during the 1980s.

its fascinating, interactive tourism route and experience a unique Umlazi township vibe with its friendly people over the much loved shisanyama (meat cooked on an open fire) in one of our classy restaurants or lounges.

Tel: 076 506 2305 | Email:sompisi@africamail.com | Website: www.umlazitourism.co.za

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RESTAURANTS Café Afromeat Restaurant----- 082 223 5522

SHOPPING Umlazi MegaCity (031 902 8202) provides the Lamontville and greater Umlazi community with a convenient and attractive space for one-stop shopping, with quality retail outlets which include all the major banks, a wide variety of fashion and clothing stores as well

Eyadini Lounge------------------ 031 906 1395 Max’s Lifestyle------------------ 031 906 1393 Nuz Vegas Lounge-------------- 072 281 0068 Spur Steak Ranch, Blue Ridge - 035 796 5300 Spur Steak Ranch, Silver City--- 031 912 1967 39

TOURIST INFORMATION TOURISM INFORMATION OFFICES

MasterCard may be used at most hotels,

Durban Tourism...................031 322 4164

restaurants, car hire companies, etc.

Airport Office.......................031 322 6046

(ATMs) will accept many international

uShaka Office......................031 337 8099

bank and credit cards.

Green Hub Office.................031 303 8476

FOREIGN EXCHANGE

Beach Information Office....031 322 4205

Foreign currency may be exchanged at

Gateway Office....................031 514 0572

any commercial bank or foreign exchange

Inanda Office.......................031 519 2555

bureau.

Thousand Hills Tourism ......031 777 1874

Rennies...............................031 251 5300

Sapphire Coast Tourism.......031 903 7498

American Express ...............031 300 5444

Umhlanga Tourism..............031 561 4257

First National Bank..............031 369 5411

Durban West Tourism..........060 9267 694

Standard Bank.....................086 012 3000

AMBULANCES

BANKING HOURS

Ambulance (all areas)..........10177

Banks generally open on weekdays

Netcare 24-hr emergency....082 911

09:00-15:30 and Saturdays 08:30-11:00.

Emergency Med. Rescue......031 302 9911

TAXIS

ER 24...................................084 124

Mozzie Cabs.........................086 066 9943

Citi-Med...............................080 033 3911

Eagle....................................031 337 8333

St John’s..............................031 305 6588

Lighthouse Cabs..................083 440 8650

CLIMATE

Umhlanga Cabs...................031 561 1846

Summers are warm and humid with

Zippy Cabs...........................031 202 7067

an average maximum temperature of 28°C. Winters are mild, with average

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temperatures around 18°C. The sea

International Airport...........084 520 9262

temperature rarely drops below 17°C.

USEFUL NUMBERS

CURRENCY

Police Flying Squad.............0111

The unit of currency is the Rand (R),

Fire & emergency.................031 361 0000

which consists of 100 cents (c).

Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife.......033 845 1000

CREDIT CARDS

Computicket........................083 915 8000

Major credit cards such as American Express, Visa, Diners Club and 40