 Proclaimed
in the 1920s, Ndumo Game Reserve ~formerly known as Ndumu~
is one of South Africa's oldest and most scenic parks. It
is situated in northern Natal and just south of the Moçambique
border. Nyamithi and Banzi Pans, surrounded by beautiful
yellow fever trees, are the focal points in the reserve.
These pans are on the Pongola and Usutu floodplains and
attract wildlife in large numbers. Ndumo is not well known,
even to many South Africans, as accommodation has previously
been limited. Now, Ndumo Wilderness Camp has been built
on the edge of Banzi Pan. Access Many of our guests travel
to Ndumo after visiting the Kruger area to experience the
wonderful contrast in scenery. Ndumo complements the Kruger/Sabi
Sands area superbly.
Ndumo was rated as one of the top destinations
of the 'Ultimate Safari' in the March 1999 issue of Conde
Nast Traveler.
 Ndumo
Wilderness Camp is in the "Wilderness Zone"
of the reserve, in an area not open to the general public.
The camp is set in the most beautiful location, and offers
eight superbly appointed tented rooms with en suite bathrooms.
There is a separate pub/dining area. The entire camp is
raised up on a wooden deck and linked with a walkway several
metres above the ground under a canopy of giant fig trees.
There is a swimming pool.
Time at Ndumo is spent on nature walks
through forests of fig trees and through the bush, often
tracking Rhino. Game drives in open 4x4 vehicles around
the various pans are a highlight. A new activity we are
offering is boating on Banzi Pan (water levels permitting).
Tiger fishing here is great (especially on a fly-fishing
rod), however this is done on a catch and release basis.
 Good
numbers of Black Rhino, White Rhino, Buffalo, Hippo and
Crocodile occur, while Red Duiker, Giraffe, Nyala and
Suni are all fairly common. Leopard and Hyaena are in
the reserve. As an additional activity at Ndumo, we can
now offer day trips into Tembe Elephant Reserve to view
Elephant. Ndumo is considered by many to be the finest
bird~watching locality in South Africa. Over 400 species
60% of South Africa's birds have been recorded in the
area. Green Coucal, Gorgeous Bush Shrike, Pinkthroated
Twinspot and African Broadbill are among the Ndumo "specials"
resident throughout the year.
Rates
Fully inclusive. Applicable to
SA Residents only. Foreign visitors must please book
through local Africa specialist travel agencies.
Includes:
Accommodation; meals; return transfers from the
reserve entrance to the lodge; Park entrance fees;
daily activities; laundry services; SA Tourism levy;
accommodation Value Added Tax at 14%. Excludes :All
items of a personal nature; drinks; curios; cancellation;
baggage & medical insurance; any unrelated excursions
& staff gratuities.
Ndumo
Wilderness Camp is only available if guests are
wanting to take exclusive full use of the camp.
Please contact us for a quotation.
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