About Mkuze Falls Private Game Reserve
Not to be confused with Mkuze Game Reserve, The Mkuze Falls Private Game Reserve is host to an impressive variety of wildlife.
Did you know? Mkuze Game Reserve is in a high risk malaria area and it is advisable to take malaria phrophylaxis. Please consult your Doctor or Pharmacist.
Situated in the heart of historic Zululand in the South African province of KwaZulu Natal, Mkuze Falls is one of only two Private Game Reserves in the region where you can view the 'Big 5' - lion, leopard, buffalo, rhino, elephant and for bird lovers, nearly 400 species of birds are resident.
Experience the unique richness that this peaceful part of South Africa has to offer. Mkuze Falls is a place of pure tastes and simple delights, celebrating the thrill of nature. This is the place with the sound and beauty of water falling... that seeps into your soul.
Take a journey with us and discover the richness and diversity of this unique part of the world we call Paradise, where ‘rush-hour' is unheard of.
The unique ecosystems of riverine, wetland, lowveld bushveld and montane grassland provide the diversity and large quantity of bird and animal species. The reserve is home to the Big Five, cheetah, hippo and a vast number of plains game.
For ornithologists and bird-lovers, Mkuze Falls and its wetlands are an absolute must. There are more than 400 species of birds in the area. More specifically the reserve is home to the Fish Eagle, Giant Kingfisher, Narina Trogon and the spectacular Purple-crested Lourie to mention a few.
Need to Know
WhereMkuze Falls Private Game Reserve, R66 Magudu, Pongola, Zululand, KwaZulu Natal, South Africa
WhenOpen to overnight guests only.
OvernightStay in Mkuze Accommodation, KwaZulu Natal
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