True Wilderness Experience
Situated within the Anglo-Boer War Battlefields of KwaZulu-Natal, Umsuluzi Game Park near Colenso has a range of mountain bike route options available to guests visiting the reserve.
All visitors are encouraged to soak up the tranquillity of the bushveld and range free amidst herds of mostly plains game roaming the landscape. The riding on Umsuluzi is predominantly along the gravel roads crisscrossing this 3000 ha farm. The terrain varies in difficulty, ranging from easy to challenging, especially in the back-country areas where there are many rocks and dongas to contend with.
It is however quite easy to find roads suited to weekend riders who are keen to get some time in the saddle within a game reserve environment. Umsuluzi is home to around 30 mammal species and boasts a bird count of at least 260, so mountain bikers will certainly enjoy a true wilderness experience. The tranquil waters of the Bloukrans River and dam allow for more than enough peaceful picnic and rest spots.