Umlalazi Nature Reserve
Facts and practical information
The Umlalazi Nature Reserve is a coastal reserve situated 1 km from Mtunzini on the KwaZulu-Natal North Coast. Umlalazi was established as a protected area in 1948 and is 10.28 km2 in extent. Home of the palm-nut vulture, which is one of the rarest birds of prey in South Africa. ()
KwaZulu-Natal
Best Ways to Experience the Park
Wildlife
AnimalsSee what popular animal species you can meet in this location.
Cape bushbuck
The Cape bushbuck or bushbuck, as it is commonly known within its range, is a widespread species of antelope in Sub-Saharan Africa. To distinguish it from the kéwel, a close relative, some...
Mammals
Fiddler crab
A fiddler crab, sometimes known as a calling crab, may be any of approximately 100 species of semi-terrestrial marine crabs which make up the genus Uca.
Crustaceans
Palm-nut vulture
The palm-nut vulture or vulturine fish-eagle, is a large bird of prey in the family Accipitridae. It is the only member of the genus Gypohierax. This bird is an Old World vulture.
Birds
Bushpig
The bushpig is a member of the pig family that is endemic to forests, woodland, riverine vegetation and reedbeds in East and Southern Africa. Probably introduced populations are also...
Mammals
Umlalazi Nature Reserve – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Mtunzini.
KwaZulu-Natal