WESSA Annual Review: 2022-2023
network of trails, granting access to unique landscapes, flora, and fauna. Visitors can enjoy our self-catering accommodations, rock climbing, and hiking trails. Our trails are designed to cater to all age groups and are easily accessible. uMngeni Valley Nature Reserve serves as an exceptional place for environmental education. Covering nine hundred and seventeen (917) hectares, it is situated in the uMngeni River valley and surrounding areas, extending from immediately below the Howick Falls. The reserve boasts diverse habitats, ranging from Bushveld vegetation inhabited by Giraffes, Zebras, and Wildebeests, to magnificent Sandstone Cliffs interspersed with volcanic intrusions, and Plateau Grasslands where Blesboks, Mountain Reedbucks, and Oribis can be spotted. A network of footpaths intersects the reserve, offering hands-on access to a stunning variety of fauna and flora, as well as remarkable geographical and geological features. The primary vision of the reserve is to restore and protect biological diversity for the benefit of future generations. Every year, thousands of people explore this amazing reserve, making it a hub for those seeking to connect with nature and learn about its wonders.
Working on Fire (WoF) Partnership
uMngeni Valley Nature Reserve
uMngeni Valley is fortunate to have partnered with WoF for the next five years. The team is responsible for a wide range of tasks, including base maintenance, firefighting, control of alien invasive species, trail clearing, and maintenance.
uMngeni Valley Nature Reserve is located below the famous Howick Falls, offering a wide range of habitats that vary from bushveld terrain to mist belt grasslands. The reserve provides an opportunity for people to connect with nature through a
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