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Natal Midlands accommodation. Wild and undulating African savannah, thornveld valleys, spectacular river gorges and distant mountain peaks form the backdrop for a visit to Weenen Game Reserve. The Bushmans River flowing through a deep-cut gorge, rich valley bushveld vegetation and the diversity of flora and fauna established Weenen Game Reserve as KwaZulu-Natal’s favourite Midlands wildlife destination.
An excellent road network and guided and self guided trails allow visitors to view a variety of wildlife species including white rhino, giraffe, zebra, kudu, ostrich, common reedbuck, grey duiker, bushbuck, steenbuck and mountain reedbuck. Over 250 bird species have also been recorded.
Guest facilities include a game-viewing hide near one of the waterholes, a vulture feeding site and three picnic sites with barbecue facilities.
Weenen’s campsite boasts twelve shady campsites, which accommodate tents and caravans. Each campsite features barbecue facilities with firewood and charcoal for sale.
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Things to do near Weenen Biosphere
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Fort Durnford was constructed as a frontier post after alarm caused by the Langalibalele Rebellion in 1873. Major Antony Durnford of the Colonial Engineers selected the site and possibly also designed it. Certainly his signature is on the plans. Today the Fort is the home of the Estcourt Museum.
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Wagendrift Dam just outside Estcourt takes its name from a drift through the Bushmans River used by transport wagons on their way from Port Natal to the goldfields of the Witwatersrand, Wagendrift reserve near Estcourt is a 980 hectare protected area which incorperates Moor Park reserve and surround... [ read more... ] |
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Historically, the place of Elandslaagte is known for the Second Boer War, which was tactically won over by the British Forces. A bitter battle was fought here on 22 October 1899 between the British forces and the Boers, with the Brits laying siege on the forcibly occupying Boers.
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Rorke’s Drift Museum is the place to go if you are fascinated by the Anglo-Zulu war. This museum commemorates a battle where 4000 Zulu warriors were kept at bay by only 100 British soldiers. 11 Victoria crosses were awarded to the British.
Located 46 kilometres south-east of Dundee, the museum i... [ read more... ] |
Accommodation near Weenen Biosphere
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Slievyre Self-catering chalets are well equipped to suit the larger groups wanting to escape the busy city life. Come experience our little corner of the world. Rather rustic but still comfortable enough to enjoy. All chalets are equipped with clean bedding and towels. The lapa areas are fully equip... [ read more... ] |
