Mountain Zebra National Park

The craggy heights of the Mountain Zebra National Park’s Bankberg embrace rolling plains and deep valleys, and have become an entrancing preserve for the Cape mountain zebra. The proclamation of the park in 1937 saved these animals from extinction, and currently their population stands at 300. Other mammals found here include Cape buffalo, black rhino, eland, black wildebeest, red hartebeest and gemsbok, while mountain reedbuck and grey rhebok frequent the higher areas. Caracal occupies the niche of primary predator.

5 things to seek
Black rhinoceros
Cape buffalo
Cheetah
Cape mountain zebra
Blue crane
Stanley’s bustard

Activities
Please note that all bookings for activities are done at the Park’s reception or are prebookable via LB Safaris.

Game viewing from own vehicle.
– Guided game drives R110 per adult, R55 per child under 12 years (booking essential).
– Picnic sites.
– Short walking trails (There is no extra charge for these walking trails but visitors must inform reception of their starting time and sign an indemnity form):
– Imbila trail (1km, 20 min) and the Black Eagle trail (3km, 2 hrs) start next to the swimming pool.
– Idwala hiking trail (10 km) long starts at the Rest Camp and passes the famous Big Rock.
4×4 Trails
– Sonnenrust 4×4 Trail: this 14.2 km trail starts on the Ubejane Loop and ends on the Link Road (which joins Ubejane to Rooiplaat Loops). It is situated in the north-western area of the Park, skirting the base of Saltpeterskop and ending on a plateau with scenic views.
– Juriesdam 4×4 Trail: this 10 km trail starts and ends on the main entrance road into the Park. It explores the eastern plateau area of the Park.
NB: No booking necessary as the trail is open during the normal operating hours of the Park. Only 4×4 vehicles may be used on the trails.

Facilities
– Fully licensed a la carte restaurant, also serving light refreshments.
– Shop where curios and basic commodities may be purchased.
– Two picnic sites with braai facilities.
– Swimming pool for day visitors at picnic site.
– Barbecue and ablution facilities for day visitors.
– Swimming pool for resident guests only.
– Petrol and diesel are available in the restcamp.