Sanibonani! Welcome to the Pietermaritzburg-Midlands area of KwaZulu-Natal

The famous Pietermaritzburg and Midlands region in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN), South Africa, is a unique mix of cultural and historical attractions, locally made arts & crafts, restaurants, adventure activities, health hydros and no less than eight nature reserves!

Accommodation in Pietermaritzburg and Midlands is unique ranging from affordable small bed and breakfast establishments and farmstays to upmarket boutique hotels. It's easy to find your hotel in the Pietermaritzburg and Midlands region, simply head to our Pietermaritzburg and Midlands hotel page. If you prefer to choose your Pietermaritzburg and Midlands accommodation based on the hotel's location, click on our Pietermaritzburg and Midlands map first.

Pietermaritzburg and the Midlands is home to the Karlkloof Blue Butterfly. Found nowhere else but in the moist Midlands mist belt, only five colonies of these butterflies have ever been recorded. Karkloof Blues are a globally red-listed species made vulnerable to extinction by specific habitat and feeding requirements.

The area is also filled with many historical British and Zulu battlefield sites. The Umgeni Valley Nature Reserve is a scenic wildlife destination just past Pietermaritzburg. There are several self-drive or guided tours to key attractions such as the Howick Waterfalls and Midmar Dam and associated water scheme. The site where former President Nelson Mandela was captured in 1960 soon after his arrival back in South Africa is located near Howick on the R103 route. A great way of exploring the area is taking a Pietermaritzburg and Midlands tour.

The Midlands Meander in the Pietermaritzburg and Midlands region was established in 1985, and is one of South Africa's best touring routes where visitors can explore everything that the KwaZulu-Natal countryside has to offer. We can help you plan your unique travel experience in Pietermaritzburg and Midlands and find the right hotel and tour in Pietermaritzburg and Midlands.