Shongweni Resource Reserve Trail
Shongweni Resource Reserve is one of the most accessible wildlife reserves from Durban — a KZN Wildlife managed bushveld reserve 35km from the city centre with white rhino, nyala, zebra and a variety of plains game on rolling hinterland terrain. The 18km singletrack loop is a genuinely rewarding trail experience with regular wildlife encounters close to the city.
What to Expect
Singletrack and gravel tracks on moderately rolling indigenous bush terrain. Wildlife is the key feature — white rhino are resident and regularly encountered on the trail. Ride at a respectful pace and give all animals the right of way. The indigenous thornbush setting is characteristic of the KZN coastal hinterland and the birdlife is rich throughout.
Getting There
Shongweni Resource Reserve from Hillcrest. GPS: -29.8734, 30.7023.
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