Leaving Durban and moving Westwards, you start to leave behind some of the humidity. As you travel you begin steadily climbing over this and the next Saunters towards the highest places on Saunter 5.
Through Westville to Cowies Hill and Pinetown you go through up- market well established suburbs with abundant trees and lush vegetation and start to see rural areas which have been steadily becoming suburbs such as the well laid out Nazareth Island and sprawling Cleremont.
In the Rainbow Nation that is new South Africa, there is change in these suburbs but you will still see predominantly Black South Africans in some areas, Indian South Africans in some suburbs and white South Africans in others. The colours of the suburbs are like the rainbow…separate with blurring edges as the middle class develops from previously disenfranchised people. To those who know and live in South Africa, you are used to this. Those who arrive from other countries are not. No other Saunter so epitomizes the rich diversity of people and craft as on this Saunter. Just look at the surnames on any of the Saunters to see the ancestral heritage of South Africa. Try not to miss a single one. Every artist and crafter chosen has different styles and varied wares.
This is the start of dramatic gorges and wonderful views.
In early January the activity side of this Saunter will be complete.
Skilled beaders at work and selling their creations
53 Abelia Road, Kloof, KwaZulu-Natal, 3610, South Africa
Stylish and functional bags made locally from recycled materials.
38 Buro Crescent, Bonela (Mayville), Durban, South Africa
Once Upon A Time. 1 Pineville Junction, 81 Stapleton Road, New Germany, Pinetown, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
8a & 9 Haven Road, Dawncliffe, Westville, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
The Monastery, Abbot Francis Road, Mariannhill, MARIANNHILL, South Africa
Stunning conservation protected gorge and waterfall with lush vegetation
52 Kloof Falls Rd, Kranskloof, Kloof, 3624, South Africa
Family run wedding venue with character & charm. Modern country feel
50- 60 Old Main Road, Kloof, South Africa
A natural paradise for walking, birding, MTB & trail running
Giba Gorge MTB Park, 110 Stockville Road, Gillitts, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Shop No 2, Fields Shopping Centre, Kloof, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Professional & personal attention to every detail from planning through to event
26 Victory Road, Kloof, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
More than a golf club. A place for family, business and friends
26 Victory Road, Kloof 3610, South Africa
45 Vausedale Crescent, Escombe, Queensburgh, South Africa
9 Lynton Rd, Kloof, South Africa
Accommodation
A culinary retreat with unpretentious vibes overlooking Durban & the Indian Ocean
9 Belvedale Road, Cowies Hill, Pinetown 3610, South Africa
Summerhill Estate- The perfect, intimate setting for special occasions.
9 Belvedale Road, Cowies Hill, Pinetown 3610, South Africa
Crafter Studio: Jewellery & small collectibles. Café
45 Vausedale Crescent, Escombe, Queensburgh, South Africa
102 Kloof Falls Road, Kloof, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Home bakery using GM free, stone-ground & unbleached flour
7 Abelia Road, Kloof, South Africa
19 Kloof View Road, Kloof, South Africa
Life is too short to wear boring jewellery! Handmade jewellery & accessories.
37 Jan Hofmeyr Road, Westville, South Africa
36 Kloof Falls Road, Kloof, South Africa
Everyday accessories for every woman. Chic that is affordable.
14 Bellevue Road, Kloof, South Africa
27 Dan Pienaar Road, Kloof, South Africa
7 Bohmer Place, Westville, South Africa
19 Maurice Nichols Road, Pinetown, South Africa
