Palmiet Nature Reserve

#910 among destinations in South Africa

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Palmiet Nature Reserve is located in Westville, a town located ten kilometres from Durban, South Africa. The reserve is made up of a wide variety of natural habitats ranging from forests to grassland. Hundreds of bird species have been recorded and the tree list is extensive. There are a number of self-guided trails that include river crossings. The diversity seen in the Palmiet Nature Reserve has been extensively threatened by human activity and invasive species, leading to the need for more pronounced guidelines on how to protect and reserve the area. ()

Elevation: 564 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 29°49'31"S, 30°55'54"E

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KwaZulu-NatalSouth Africa

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Palmiet Nature Reserve – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Durban Botanic Gardens, Pinetown, Mitchell Park Zoo, Soofie Masjid.

4.7 miE
Botanical garden, Park, Garden
Durban Botanic Gardens, Durban
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4.1 miW
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Pinetown, Durban
105 min walk • Nestled within the bustling city of Durban, South Africa, lies the dynamic town of Pinetown. Named after Sir Benjamin Pine, the governor of Natal in the 19th century, this urban node is steeped in history while simultaneously pulsating with modern commercial...
4.8 miE
Zoo with small animals and a playground
Mitchell Park Zoo, Durban
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3.8 miE
Mosque
Soofie Masjid, Durban
97 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Durban, South Africa, the Soofie Masjid stands as a beacon of Islamic faith and cultural heritage. This mosque, with its distinctive architecture and serene atmosphere, serves as a spiritual hub for the Muslim community in the bustling coastal...
4.6 miE
Park
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4.4 miSE
Area
Pigeon Valley, Durban
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5.1 miE
Park
Burman Bush, Durban
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4 miNE
Temple
Narainsamy Temple, Durban
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2.3 miS
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Roosfontein Nature Reserve, Durban
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4.7 miE
National park
Beachwood Mangroves Nature Reserve
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2.8 miW
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New Germany Nature Reserve, Durban
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