| Isimangaliso (Greater St Lucia Wetland Park )World Heritage Site, Zululand, South Africa |
Isimangaliso (The Greater St Lucia Wetland Park) - declared a World Heritage Site in late 1999 -
is an aggregation of numerous, singular natural wonders deemed crucial to the future of the
global community. Each offers its own unique features and activities for those in love with the
Great Outdoors. Hutted accommodation and a camping site within the southernmost Mapelane
Nature Reserve allow easy exploration of the fascinating, pristine Dukuduku and Umfolozi
Swamp forests.
Just across the Mfolozi River, self-guided trails reveal the beauty of St Lucia Estuary, beginning
on the southern shore with the Umphafa game trail. The short Gwalagwala Trail takes in many
bird and animal sights as it wanders through coastal forest on the estuary s edge. A little longer
at 5km, the Mvubu Trail skirts crocodile and hippo territory as it passes through mangrove
swamps.
St Lucia Game Reserve has two short trails starting from the campsite at Iphiva the 1.5km iHlati
Trail through dune forest... and the 4km, circular Iphiva Trail that skirts a beautifully situated pan
abundant with bird-life. From Charters Creek, meanwhile, indigenous trees highlight the 7km
Isikhova Trail, and families of warthog and bushpig dot the slightly shorter Umkhumbe Trail.
Excellent bird- watching features on two walks from Fanie's Island - the 2km Umboma Trail and
slightly longer Umkhiwane Trail that incorporates coastal forest and bush. Stronger legs - and a
backpack - are called for when embarking on either of the trails traversing St Lucia Eastern
Shores. The 3-day Mziki Trail begins 2km from Mission Rocks...flanking the ocean, then passing
through open grasslands, dense forests and coastal dunes for the next 38km. Spectacular
views of the ocean and lake- system are complemented by likely sightings of leopard, antelope,
hippo, crocodile and bush pig. Birding delights are guaranteed! Overnight accommodation is
provided at a hut on Mount Tabor. Info from Zululand.Org
It is important to note that the Mkuzi Game Reserve is also in the process of being incorporated
into Isimangaliso (the Greater St Lucia Wetland Park).
is an aggregation of numerous, singular natural wonders deemed crucial to the future of the
global community. Each offers its own unique features and activities for those in love with the
Great Outdoors. Hutted accommodation and a camping site within the southernmost Mapelane
Nature Reserve allow easy exploration of the fascinating, pristine Dukuduku and Umfolozi
Swamp forests.
Just across the Mfolozi River, self-guided trails reveal the beauty of St Lucia Estuary, beginning
on the southern shore with the Umphafa game trail. The short Gwalagwala Trail takes in many
bird and animal sights as it wanders through coastal forest on the estuary s edge. A little longer
at 5km, the Mvubu Trail skirts crocodile and hippo territory as it passes through mangrove
swamps.
St Lucia Game Reserve has two short trails starting from the campsite at Iphiva the 1.5km iHlati
Trail through dune forest... and the 4km, circular Iphiva Trail that skirts a beautifully situated pan
abundant with bird-life. From Charters Creek, meanwhile, indigenous trees highlight the 7km
Isikhova Trail, and families of warthog and bushpig dot the slightly shorter Umkhumbe Trail.
Excellent bird- watching features on two walks from Fanie's Island - the 2km Umboma Trail and
slightly longer Umkhiwane Trail that incorporates coastal forest and bush. Stronger legs - and a
backpack - are called for when embarking on either of the trails traversing St Lucia Eastern
Shores. The 3-day Mziki Trail begins 2km from Mission Rocks...flanking the ocean, then passing
through open grasslands, dense forests and coastal dunes for the next 38km. Spectacular
views of the ocean and lake- system are complemented by likely sightings of leopard, antelope,
hippo, crocodile and bush pig. Birding delights are guaranteed! Overnight accommodation is
provided at a hut on Mount Tabor. Info from Zululand.Org
It is important to note that the Mkuzi Game Reserve is also in the process of being incorporated
into Isimangaliso (the Greater St Lucia Wetland Park).
| The KwaZulu-Natal Tourism Authority EMail: info@tourism-kzn.org. Telephone: (+27 31) 304 7144. Fax: (+27 31) 305 6693 Postal Address: KZNTA, P.O. Box 2516, Durban 4000, South Africa Street Address: 303 Tourist Junction, 160 Pine Street, Durban 4001, South Africa For more information make use of the KZN Wildlife website or contact them at: General Enquiries: (033) 845 1002 Reservations Office for hutted accommodation and wilderness trails P.O. Box 13069 CASCADES,3202 Telephone: (033) 845 1000 Fax: (033) 845 1001 |
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