Wildlife Parks
Vernon Crookes
The reserve boasts 56 mammal species. These include zebra, blue wildebeest, bushbuck, blesbok, oribi, reedbuck, blue and grey duiker, black-backed jackal, vervet monkeys, rock hyrax, tree hyrax, caracal, slender mongoose, white tailed mongoose, Egyptian mongoose, banded mongoose and porcupine.
The abundant birdlife (some 300 confirmed species) includes a number of spectacular raptors like the Crowned and Martial eagle which nest in the reserve, while an interesting variety of indigenous flora adds to the reserve's attractions, not least in spring when the veld is alive with colour.
This secluded getaway is found on the South Coast some 12 km inland from Umzinto, along the Ixopo road. The reserve's wooded slopes, grassland ridges and clear views of the ocean to the east offer the ideal setting for communing with nature while enjoying the excellent trails, picnic facilities and autotrail.
Accommodation
Rustic tree house - 10 bed
- 3 bedrooms
- Kitchen, a lounge/dining area and communal bathroom facilities
- Guests should bring their own bedding and towels
Rondawals - 2 bed
- fully equipped
Facilities
- The camp has a communal, fully equipped kitchen with cutlery, crockery, cooking utensils, fridges and stoves
- Communal ablution facility
- Lounge with Satellite television, is also available as a conference venue
- No facilities for people with disabilities
Extra Information
- The nearest town which has a full range of services is Umzinto which is 9 kms away
- Pets are not permitted into the reserve
Gate Times
| Gate Times | Summer (Oct-Mar) |
Winter (Apr-Sep ) |
| Gates Open | 06:00 | 06:00 |
| Gates Close | 18:00 | 17:00 |
Office Hours
The office is open from 08h00 to 13h00 from Monday to Friday and from 08h00 to 12h00 on Sundays
Check in / out
Check Out Time: 10h00
Check In Time: 14h00
