Palmiet Nature Reserve is a 15-minute drive from the Durban city center in the suburb of Westville. This reserve is 197 acres/80 hectares of long grass, lush vegetation, majestic cliffs and a cascading waterfall, with a meandering river snaking its way through ravines and gorges. Named after the palmiet plant, the reserve has 7 mi/11 km of hiking trails, some 140 bird species and 180 types of plants. Open daily 6 am-6 pm. Some trails are free, but others are R4 adults, R2 children. Phone 203-7065.
