Ithala Game Reserve - South Africa
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Ithala Game Reserve, overlooking the Pongola River valley in the rugged mountainous region of northern KwaZulu-Natal, offers a wildlife experience second to none, by combining excellent tourist facilities with superb game viewing and bird watching. Ithala's most characteristic feature is it's astonishing geological diversity. Some of the oldest rock formations, dating back 3000 million years are found here and the topography varies from 400m in the north to
1450m above sea level in the south, which gives rise to a great diversity of habitats, fauna and flora.

The land Ithala occupies was the setting for many historic events of the 19th and 20th centuries. From Shaka's reign running through the successive Zulu kings, including the arrival of the Voortrekkers in Natal, the Anglo-Boer Wars (1881 and 1899-1902), a number of early gold mining enterprises and the 30 year campaign against the tsetse fly.

Camps and Lodges in Ithala Game Reserve

Mbizo Bush Camp Mbizo is ideally situated beside a series of rapids and pools near the spot where the Ngubhu and Mbizo rivers meet. A total of eight guests can be accommodated here, in two separate bush chalets constructed of wood, reed and thatch. Each has two bedrooms, it's own lounge, kitchen and viewing deck. The camp has two separate ablution facilities. The tariff includes the services of an attendant and field ranger to take guests on walks by prior arrangement. Mhlangeni Bush Camp Set on a rocky outcrop overlooking a stream, the Mhlangeni bush camp accommodates up to ten guests in five two-bed units. A central open-plan lounge and sun-deck offer excellent views, as do the showers! The services of an attendant are provided and a field ranger is available by prior arrangement to take guests on game walks. Ntshondwe Camp and Lodge Virtually invisible until the moment of arrival, Ntshondwe, Ithala's main camp, is ingeniously camouflaged against a plateau at the foot of the cliffs of the Ngotshe mountain. Towering above the camp, horizontal contours of pink and russet sandstone offset vertically jagged spires of dolerite rock. These provide the ideal haven for raptors, their calls echoing from rock face to crevice as they soar into the sky in territorial display. Ntshondwe's 39 thatched chalets blend into a lush setting of acacias , wild figs, cabbage trees and other indigenous flora. A variety of self-catering chalets, with two to six beds each, some of which have being designed for use by the handicapped, are available, while other chalets without catering facilities are geared for tour groups and conference delegates. These are situated around the visitors' centre which has a fully licensed restaurant, a bar and an open game viewing deck which overlooks a small pan. Other amenities include a swimming pool built around a giant rock , a fully- equipped conference centre, and an imaginatively stocked curio shop which also carries a range of basic provisions. Thalu Bush Camp Thalu Bush Camp is tucked away at the foot of a steep slope on the banks of the Thalu river. A picturesque barbecue area overlooks a large pool in the river where swimming is permitted. Thalu accommodates four people in two bedrooms linked by a kitchen, lounge and viewing deck. An attendant is provided and a field ranger is available by prior arrangement to take visitors on game walks.

Entry fee
R35.00 per adult, R18.00 per child and R30.00 per vehicle
20+ passengers R120.00
The above entrance fee includes Community Levy and the Rescue Levy

Aircraft Landing Fees
6 passengers or less: R60.00 landing fee + R40.00 collection fee = R100.00
7 or more passengers: R120.00 landing fee + R80.00 collection fee = R200.00.
Gate entry per person is charged in addition.

Gate Opening and Closing Times:
Summer (November to February ) 05h00 to 19h00
Winter ( March to October ) 06h00 to 18h00

Attractions and Facilities
• Picnic sites with barbecue and toilet facilities, located in several scenic spots, offer spectacular views, and game viewing opportunities.
• Day and night drives - conducted in open vehicles can be booked at Ntshondwe camp.
• Self guided walking trails traverse the wooded mountainside above Ntshondwe camp where guests can enjoy the indigenous fauna and flora.
  Conference facilities are available at Ntshondwe's thatched state-of-the-art conference centre, including the main conference auditorium with seatin for up to 120 delegates.

Restrictions
• No pets are allowed in the park.
• Firearms must be declared and will be sealed on arrival.

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