Early in the morning and late in the afternoon a chance rises to track the renowned Big 5 as well as hundreds of other animals and vast birdlife.
Wildlife Game Drives
Keep an eye out for bushbabies, duiker, bushbuck, cheetah, caracal, blesbok, porcupine, zebra, klipspringer, kudu and warthog.
On specialised safari vehicles, the rangers work together with a tracker who looks for signs of animal activity by tracking the spoor and scat. On this wildlife safari experience in KwaZulu Natal, the vehicles are comfortable and high enough to present good game viewing and opportunities for photography. On the afternoon drive, you might be lucky enough to see some nocturnal animals, such as hyena, jackal, and honey badger as they start to make an appearance.
Game Walking Safaris
Bush walking safaris at Mkuze Falls Game Lodge are conducted by armed and professional game guides to ensure each and everyone's safety. Unique animal encounters are made during a walk into the African wilderness. This is the perfect opportunity for birdwatching and bird enthusiasts are in for a treat. In this private game reserve, there is plenty to see including the one-of-a-kind ecosystems of riverine, wetland, lowveld bushlands and montane grassland that make up the habitats of the diverse bird and animal species. A wildlife checklist will help you record all your game sightings.
Fishing
Fishing enthusiasts at Mkuze Falls Game Lodge can enjoy a morning of fishing at one of two great bass fishing destinations - Pongolapoort Dam (Jozini Dam), which is also known for its tiger fishing and Bivane Dam. Other species such as Mackerel, Bass, Yellow Fish, Tilapia (Kurper) and Barbel swim in the clear waters of the dams. It will take you an hour and a half to drive to the fishing destinations from the lodge.
Mountain Biking
With Bivane Dam relatively close to the Mkuze Falls Game Lodge, mountain biking excursions can be arranged. Over 38 kilometres of trails and roads can be explored by mountain biking adventures. Long and steep gradients, spectacular views, and a myriad of fauna and flora can be explored.
Bird Watching Safaris
There are over 400 bird species in the area. The Reserve is specifically home to the Fish Eagle, Giant Kingfisher, Narina Trogon and the spectacular Purple-crested Lourie. This is the perfect opportunity for birdwatching and bird enthusiasts are in for a treat at the Mkuze Falls Game Reserve.