Umtamvuna Nature Reserve

South Africa KwaZulu-Natal Nature Reserve

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About Umtamvuna Nature Reserve

The Umtamvuna Nature Reserve is a Nature Reserve in South Africa in the provinces of KwaZulu-Natal. The park was established on 25.07.1971 and covers an area of 0 km². The Umtamvuna Nature Reserve offers the possibility of self-drive safaris.

Located on the KwaZulu-Natal side of the Mutamvna River in South Africa, the Umtamvna Reserve is managed by Esenvelo KZN Wildlife.

The reserve encompasses the Mutamvna River and surrounding cliffs and plateaus from the outskirts of Port Edward Town to 19 miles inland. The total river frontage within the reserve is about 28 km. The reserve also includes the Bulolo River. A tributary of the Mutamvna River.

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Official Name

Umtamvuna Nature Reserve

Provinces

KwaZulu-Natal

Area

No information

Foundation

1971-07-25

Vegetation

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Habitats

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Big Five-reserves

Self-drive-reserve

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Entrance gate

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The best travel time for Umtamvuna Nature Reserve

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Best tavel time

June (Beginning) - August (End)

Dry time

June (Beginning) - August (End)

Climate

chilly-warm

Tavel time

December (Beginning) - February (End)

Climate

warm-hot, tropical

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The rainy season takes place from Beginning December to End February The dry season first extended over the months from Beginning June to End August inclusive. The best time to tour is Beginning June End August.

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Top animal species

The Umtamvuna Nature Reserve is home to mammals such as Duiker, Leopard as well as bird species, reptile species, fish species and amphibian species. The Umtamvuna Nature Reserve provides Bad conditions for wildlife viewing.

Duiker

Big Five

Leopard

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safarica.com offers you a choice of 3 accommodations in the Umtamvuna Nature Reserve. So that you don't lose track, here is a brief overview of excellent accommodation.