Kranskop, Natal Midlands
The rather little village of Kranskop lies just 36km north east of Greytown in the Midlands of KwaZulu Natal. It rests in the shadow of a rocky ridge that is undoubtedly the reason for its name change from the original 'Hopetown'.
Kranskop's rocky escarpment is something of a landmark, a feature of the landscape, towering 1175 metres over the valley below. You can understand why it might be called 'precipice summit', as the direct translation from the Afrikaans reveals. Whilst the village may have been here since 1894, the sandstone outcrop with its two openings has been an integral part of Zulu local folklore for far longer.
Tales involve cannibals who were said to have the power to open the mountain and coax passersby inside. The Zulu name for it is aptly Ntunjambili – rock with two holes.
Kranskop features on The Amble, a route that principally follows Route 33 from Pietermaritzburg through the north east Midlands. But which also stretches to incorporate little towns like Kranskop, Harburg, Ashburton, Wartburg, Claridge and Dalton.
From battlefield sites of the Anglo-Boer War to historical churches, outdoor wilderness, waterfalls and birding sites, The Amble includes a series of activities, wildlife and history.
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Hotels & other accommodation options
The Farriers
The Farriers is a freestanding cottage offering accommodation in Hilton. Here you can enjoy the sound of the birds singing in the morning and the...
Alexandra Bed & Breakfast
Boasting a tranquil setting, Alexandra Bed & Breakfast in Pietermaritzburg is conveniently located close to the airport, schools, Harry Gwala Sta...
Taunton House
Taunton House is a Natal Midlands Bed and Breakfast located in Wembley, Pietermaritzburg, South Africa. The surroundings are very tranquil, with ...
Rainbow Lodge at Invermooi
Rainbow Lodge at Invermooi offers accommodation in Nottingham Road with panoramic views of the Drakensberg Mountains. Invermooi Estate provides s...
Tancredi Bed & Breakfast
Tancredi is a beautifully restored Victorian home offering accommodation in four en-suite bedrooms. At Tancredi Bed & Breakfast, room facilities...
Bourne View
Bourne View is a charming holiday house offering accommodation in the heart of the Midlands Meander, in Nottingham Road. Perfect for a small fami...
Gowrie Farm Golf Lodge
Set in the heart of the KwaZulu Natal Midlands and within the context of a working farm, the estate is surrounded by a choice of well-stocked tro...
Town View Unit Two
Town View Unit Two in a secure complex in Clarendon, Pietermaritzburg and accommodates four guests in two bedrooms. The open plan interior is ta...
Gateside Guesthouse
Situated in peaceful Hilton village, Gateside Guesthouse is 10 km's from Pietermaritzburg's city centre and set in a quiet cul-de-sac with magnif...
Things to do in the area
Ardmore Ceramic Art Studio
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Noteworthy attractions
Albert Falls Dam Nature Reserve
The source of the uMngeni River lies in the uMngeni Vlei area, an ancient wetland bounded by hills. From here it meanders eastward through undula...
Midmar Dam Nature Reserve
The large stretch of fresh water from the uMngeni, coupled with 1000 hectares of game park that contains red hartebeest, blesbok, reedbuck, black...
Bosch Hoek Golf Club
Bosch Hoek Golf Course in the KwaZulu Natal Midlands must qualify as one of the most picturesque layouts in the country. The estate is convenient...
Gowrie Farm Golf Course
Gowrie Farm Golf Course, one of KwaZulu Natal’s finest golf courses, was built in the traditional way with push up greens and rugged bunkers. The...
Maritzburg Golf Club
The Maritzburg Golf Club in Pietermaritzburg is one of the oldest golf clubs in South Africa, dating back to 1886. It has lush, smooth cynodon gr...
Sakabula Golf Club
Sakabula Golf Club is a unique combination of agricultural smallholdings around a delightful 18-hole, par 73, golf course in a scenic rural envir...
Victoria Country Club
Less than five minutes from the CBD of Pietermaritzburg, the Victoria Country Club is superbly located in the scenic parklands adjoining the Quee...
Battlefields Route
The KwaZulu Natal hinterland has witnessed some of the most brutal and significant battles to be fought in South Africa. These historical sites f...
Midlands Meander
The enchantment of the Midlands has long inspired many a visitor and resident to creativity and as a result, local artists, potters and weavers c...
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