Umlalazi Nature Reserve Heritage Day Hike & Picnic

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Celebrate Heritage Day with a Fun-Filled Adventure in Beautiful Mtunzini!

This Heritage Day, join us for an unforgettable experience at the stunning Umlalazi Nature Reserve! We’ve got an action-packed day planned, including hiking, beach walking, swimming, picnicking/braai, and even fishing (bring your own gear). Kayaking is also available as an optional extra. There’s something for everyone, so bring your family and friends for a day of adventure!

Date:

24/09/2024 (Heritage Day - Public Holiday)

Time & Meeting Place:

7:30 AM at the Umlalazi Nature Reserve Boat Launch Site (picnic area)

Cost:

Self-drive:

Adults: R349pp

Kids: R199pp

Incl. transport: R599pp

What's Included:

• Private professional guide
• Light lunch (freshly made boerewors roll & cold drinks)
• Awesome pictures/videos
• An amazing day out in nature!

Feel free to bring your own meat if you prefer something other than our boerewors roll.

What to Bring:

Comfortable walking shoes, water or cold drinks, a backpack, cap, sunglasses, and sunblock.

The Hike:

• Approx. 10km
• Difficulty:
• Casual Hiker: Grade 2
• Regular Hiker: Grade 1 (mostly flat forest and dune walk)
• Duration: 3-4 hours

What You'll See:

• Mangroves and the unique raphia palm forest (a national monument and home to the elusive palm-nut vulture)
• The abandoned railway station
• Siyaya River Bridge
• Doggie Beach
• A private beach
• Beautiful forest trails and lagoons

This is an exclusive event, so tickets are limited!

Important Notes:

• We require a minimum of 10 confirmed and paid bookings to proceed with this event. If the quota isn’t met, the event will be canceled and refunds will be processed.
• No refund or credit will be given if you are a no-show.
• In the case of bad weather, the event will be rescheduled with a new date or a refund will be offered.
• There is an additional R40 per person payable at the gate when entering the reserve (free with Rhino Card).

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