If you are arriving from Durban or Pietermaritzburg, Midmar provides self catering accommodation in Howick that is kind on the budget, but also comfortable and easy.
Fishing
Don’t forget to bring the rods and tackle. Midmar Dam offers excellent freshwater fishing. Carp, bass, scalies and bluegill are abundant, and can be caught in designated fishing zones around the dam.
Game Viewing
Be it on foot or by bike, this self catering accommodation in Howick offers a variety of animal sightings such as red hartebeest, black wildebeest, blesbok, reedbuck, oribi and zebra. Bring your binoculars for a bit of birdwatching too.
Boating
The dam is zoned for yachts, powerboats and jet skis. In the interests of safety, visitors must abide by the specialised zones for these activities. For new visitors to Midmar Dam maps are available at the information office, which also outlines the boating regulations. Power boat skippers must carry their tickets when on the water.
If you don’t have your own boat, then boat tours can be booked at the reception.
Sporting Activities
A number on non-motorised activities can be enjoyed such as canoeing, kayaking and swimming. There is a boat shop nearby where boating equipment, windsurfers, canoes and yachts can be hired. It is open during weekends and peak holiday periods.
Swimming is safe in the dam, as long as you stick to the shore area away from the boating areas. Otherwise there is a small swimming pool available for the exclusive use of overnight guests. There are also two all weather tennis courts, for a spot of tennis.
Midmar’s signature event, meandering shoreline, recreational facilities and self-catering accommodation, makes it a popular family destina...