NATURE RESERVES



 Bendigo Nature Reserve

Go around that extra bend and be enchanted by the lushness of The Bendigo Nature Reserve. Contact: (039) 695 1137.

 Oribi Gorge Nature Reserve

Get rocked and driven up the walls at the sight of several bushman paintings. A magnificent scenic nature reserve snugly set at the head of a spectacular gorge just inland of Port Shepstone. Contact: (039) 679 1644.

 Uvongo River Nature Reserve

Uvongo River Nature Reserve the riparian strip on both sides of the River, just upstream of its mouth. The name Uvongo is derived from iVungu the Zulu name and refers to the roaring sound of the small waterfall at the eastern edge of the reserve. Contact: (039) 315 0013.

 River Valley Nature Reserve

Scenic walking trails through grassland, coastal and riverine forest. Abundant birdlife and antelope can be seen at the reserve. Private and picturesque picnic spot along the iVungu River with ablution facilities. Also offering adventure camping, archery, climbing and horse riding. Contact (039) 317 3474/072 623 8568

 Mpenjati Public Resort Nature Reserve

This small coastal reserve is made up of interlinking wetlands, grasslands and dune forests which attract a variety of bird species. This reserve has marked out walking trails, open beaches, sand dunes and a great lagoon for swimming. Contact (039) 313 0531.

 Umtamvuna Nature Reserve

You deserve to surround yourself with the beauty of nature at the Umtamvuna Nature Reserve. It is a botanical paradise, set along a stretch of riverine forest bordered by steep rocky cliffs, with the Umtamvuna River running along its border. Contact: (039) 311 2383.

 Weza - Ingeli Forest

Experience a wealth of colourful forest birds, scenic walks, horse rides and so much more. Contact: (039) 553 0600

 Aloe Trail

Linger around flamboyant orange spearlike fingers and do not fail to follow the Aloe trail. Contact: (039) 311 1211.

 Petrified Fossil Forest

Imagine being caught up in a world forgotten as you visit the fossil forest, it might even leave you petrified. Contact: (039) 311 1211