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KRANTZKLOOF NATURE RESERVE - OVERVIEW
This nature resere is situated in Kloof, between Hillcrest and Pinetown, near Durban. With
the Molweni River running through it, the Krantzkloof Nature Reserve is a fine example of coastal
forest and grasslands. Proclaimed in 1950, the reserve covers 600 hectares. Wildlife includes
zebra, bushbuck, blue, red and grey duiker, vervet monkey,
rock hyrax, slender mongoose, white-tailed mongoose, egyptian mongoose, banded
mongoose, water monitor and genet. Birdlife is abundant, with over 200 species on record. The
reserve has an interesting variety of indigenous flora. 20 km of nature walks and two picnic sites
are available. These atttractive picnic areas are located at Kloof Falls and 5 kms from the falls
where the Nkutu stream crosses Valley Drive and both are equiped with barbecue facilities and
ablutions. There are two view sites to take in the breathtaking beauty of Krantzkloof Gorge. An
Activities Centre, equiped with basic conference facilities, is available for use by education
groups and other parties.
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