The Amble - Natural as Nature Indeed

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The Amble consists of five areas stretching from the outskirts of Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal's premier city, to the historical town of Greytown and beyond. The link between all the parts of the Amble are the hospitality of the people and the stunning scenery, all of which is truly African, including the symbol of the Amble, the voice of Africa, the magnificent Fish Eagle, whose haunting cry is often heard.

Climate

All of the Amble has a wonderfully mild climate with summer rainfall and dry winters. The whole area is malaria free, making it perfectly safe to travel and relax in at all times of the year. Although generally predictable, spring and summer can present surprises and it is advisable to carry a set of warm clothes and an all-weather jacket.

November - February: Summer Hot days 28-35 degrees Celsius, warm nights 12-20 degrees Celsius, with afternoon thunderstorms.

March - May: Autumn Mild days 22-30 degrees Celsius, mild nights 10-18 degrees Celcius. Rare thunderstorms.

June - August: Winter Mild days 12-22 degrees Celsius, cold nights 0-12 degrees Celcius. No rain.

September - October: Spring Mild to cold days and nights 8-22 degrees Celcius. Mist and drizzle prevalent.

Distances in km to The Amble

Durban +/-75km
Johannesburg +/-520km
Greytown +/-95km

Essentials to Pack

- Light easy care clothing
- Hat
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Swimming costume
- Binoculars
- Comfortable flat walking shoes
- Camera and film
- Butterfly net and bird books
- Fishing rods

Emergency Telephone Numbers

Bishopstowe
Telephone:(033)390 3946
Cramond
Telephone:(033)569 1666
Dalton
Telephone:(033)501 1552
Greytown 911
Telephone:(033)417 2911
Hermansburg
Telephone:(033)4450217
Kranskop SAP
Telephone:(033)444 1604
Midlands Fire Protection Services
Telephone:(082)826 1930
MRI Emergency
Telephone:(082)911
New Hanover
Telephone:(033)502 0079
Wartburg
Telephone:(033)503 1019

Tourist Information Office

The Amble
Contact: Tony Koch, Chairman
P O Box 20123
Ashburton
3213
Telephone:(033)397 5111/ (082)6326702
Fax:(033)397 5174

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