Top Things to do in Howick
8 Things to do Good for Kids in Howick That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Howick, South Africa including Benvie Garden, Karkloof Canopy Tour, Terbodore Coffee Roasters, Umgeni Valley Enviromental Education Center, Karkloof Conservation Centre, Karkloof Farmer's Market, Nelson Mandela Capture Site, Howick Falls.
Restaurants in Howick
1. Benvie Garden
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 35 reviews
Reviewed By Teresabudler - Randburg, South Africa
We had such an amazing time in the gardens! This must be South Africans most beautiful Open Garden! It’s very well kept with the most magnificent trees and plants! Take your own picnic and water as there is no eating facility anywhere around, but so well worth it!! Bathroom facility is very clean! Best kept secret in the Midlands!
2. Karkloof Canopy Tour
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 254 reviews
A Canopy Tour® takes you on an unforgettable adventure as you slide from one platform to the next along a series of steel cables set amongst magnificent natural surroundings. It is widely regarded as one of the best eco-adventure activities in the world and is something for people of all ages with the youngest being 3 and the oldest 90 so far to do the tour. The concept of Canopy Tour originated in the rain forests of Costa Rica, where scientists were studying animals and birds in the Canopy Layer of the Forest. Safely sliding from tree to tree to a series of platforms became a novel way to see the flora and fauna of an indigenous forest. A whole new level of appreciation was born when the concept became one of South Africa’s most popular eco adventure activities. Karkloof canopy tour is only 1:30 from Durban, near Howick in the Midlands, this is a must do activity especially for nature lovers or adventure seekers looking to do something truly unique. Professional guides assure the safety of each group and point out interesting facts along the way. It’s ideal for team building, kid’s parties, family get-togethers, corporate events or just a fun day out. Open every day, with tours every half an hour from 8am to 3pm. Come experience one of South Africa’s fastest growing eco-adventures with thousands of satisfied thrill-seekers having already caught the bug.
3. Terbodore Coffee Roasters
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 142 reviews
Terbodore Coffee Roasters is an artisinal coffee roastery, restaurant and coffee shop situated at 87 Old Main Road,Curry's Post, Howick district. We are open from Thursday to Monday, with breakfast being served from 08:30 AM to 11:00 AM. Lunch is served between 12:00 PM and 3:00 PM. Cakes and coffee available throughout the day. Over weekends bookings are advisable to avoid disappointment. Best Cappuccino Winner for 2010,2012 and 2014 in the Sunday Tribune Cafe Society competition and proud member of the Midlands Meander association. Second branch now open in Franschhoek.
Reviewed By Tweeplusdrie
Amazing time at Terbodore coffee roasters this morning - such a welcoming place - friendly and helpful staff - beautiful, peaceful setting, sitting in the shade of the big trees. Coffee, carrot cake & brownie yummie! Will defintely go back and take family with - worth the drive from Durban - well done Team!
4. Umgeni Valley Enviromental Education Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 33 reviews
Reviewed By 203darag
Indulo walk near the cliffs is amazing, incredible scenery and a challenging enough scramble for kids and adults alike. Saw zebra, giraffe and antelope. Great few hours, with picnic spots to braai.
5. Karkloof Conservation Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 27 reviews
The Karkloof Conservation Centre boasts 2 bird hides strategically built to allow the visitor maximum birding enjoyment. A rich diversity of birdlife abounds on the farm where agriculture and dairy-farming are practiced in harmony with fauna and flora. A list of over 190 bird varieties, including all 3 of SA's Crane species can be seen. Bring your binoculars, pack a picnic & enjoy the experience.
6. Karkloof Farmer's Market
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 69 reviews
A unique Farmers' Market located in a shed on a working farm, offering a wide range of home made and home produced local products as well as a variety of fresh produce. Tasty breakfast and delicious coffee also available.
Reviewed By Chinx259 - Durban, South Africa
Great atmosphere, lovely stalls to buy all kinds of goodies. Love the food! Lovely fresh begs. Ample parking.
7. Nelson Mandela Capture Site
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 685 reviews
Nelson Mandela was arrested on 5 August 1962 outside of Howick, KZN Natal, South Africa. He spent the next 27 years of his life in prison. The Nelson Mandela Capture Site commemorates this moment in history with a visitor centre and a world renowned sculpture. Operated by The Apartheid Museum.
Reviewed By Mobile35942195053 - Bristol, United Kingdom
If there is one important, historical place that one must visit in this area it is the newly opened, updated Nelson Mandela Capture Site museum. Plenty of safe parking, there are a few local, excellent craft shops to explore and then to the museum, a walk that brings a sense of apprehension... The constantly changing video/film screens will make your head turn as the origin footage feeds one with the facts, the truth about the path, the long walk to freedom, the sacrifice that Mr Mandela and many people like him had to make. I say, take your time to adjust to the screens, focus on one area, the information is clearer and you can absorb all of the footage and then get that sense of what we all are, humble human being's, the hate, the love, the sacrifice that this amazing man, Mr Mandala is and was. It was from his spirit that a new South Africa could be born, perhaps at times his sanity was tested to the ultimate limit but this story covers the complete fight against apartheid, a country at war and where 'die stem' had to be stood up too, and that the 'new voice' could be heard. So much humbling information, the Sharpville and even more poignant, Soweto massacre/murders, where as a boy coming home from school one day in England I sat and watched the reports coming out of South Africa of school children that had been shot at, killed and murdered even when they were running away. As a 8 year old boy I questioned my parents as to why the policemen were killing the children, my parents sadly had no answer... This is the original capture site, a man betrayed, a destiny yet to fulfil, thank you Mr Mandela for showing the world its consciousness... There is so much to view inside the museum, artefact's from that time in history, books, photos, the ID passes, newspaper's and of course the car itself. Take the long walk to freedom outside and as you walk towards the remarkable sculpture, the 27 metal rods in the ground, each one representing a year of Mr Mandela's imprisonment, this really is a piece of creative art at the highest level. Up close, the metal rods tell and show nothing but its as you get to a point walking towards the sculpture that the head and face of Mr Mandela appears- brilliantly created, a moving spiritual tribute... The countryside surrounding is tranquil, its a very hot day, every moment is to saviour here. We visited a very spiritual place at Culamoya Chimes, the beautiful lady there and her wonderful creations, indeed, an experience at the capture site when viewing the sculpture would be enhanced even further with one or several of these remarkable chime pieces- food for thought... A humbling experience and something I will never forget, lest we forget...
8. Howick Falls
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 386 reviews
Reviewed By selvanp - Durban, South Africa
No matter how times I visit the Howick falls I always enjoy the beauty of this site. On my last visit the falls was very boisterous and thundered to the bottom as the large volumes of water fell to the bottom. this was due to all the recent rains we had. The falls is always worth a visit whenever up in the Midlands.
