Kamberg Nature Reserve is within the Natal Drakensberg Park of South Africa and is situated centrally in the foothills of the mountains. Kamberg is more than just worth a quick glance while exploring the Drakensberg region. Kamberg is known for its excellent fly fishing and recently an exquisite Bushman Rock Art Site has been opened to the public.
Kamberg
nestles in the foothills of the Ukhahlamba Drakensberg Park , its central
position ideal for visits to many other well known Berg areas from Lotheni
to Giants Castle. Kamberg is a delightful spot in it's own right with three
attractive picnic sites near the river and trout dams which provide a
relaxing alternative to the scenic attractions of the many well maintained
walks in the area.
There is magnificent rock art shelter in Game Pass and there is a guided
walk to the area every day. The earliest
inhabitants of the Drakensberg were Bushmen. These San people lived in
harmony with their environment, taking no more than they needed to survive.
Sadly, violent clashes with white settlers and Nguni tribes brought their
era to an end and all that remains is their remarkable rock craft. The
Bushman art at Kamberg is possibly the best examples in South Africa
You have a number of options for accommodation when visiting Kamberg. The Kamberg Nature Reserve offers self catering accommodation. The little thatch huts have recently been renovated and are a great accommodation option. There are 2, 4 and 6 person accommodation units available. Alternativly you could stay in one of the many B&B's , guesthouses, backpackers and small hotels in the area. Enquire about accommodation in Kamberg Nature Reserve or enquire about accommodation in the Kamberg area
Access to the Kamberg Nature Reserve is along a partly tarred road, off the main N3 highway.
From Durban, turn off the main highway to Nottingham Road and follow the signposts to Kamberg which is 48km along the Loteni road. There is approximately 31km of tar and 19km of gravel road on this route.
From the north, turn off the second interchange at Mooi River, and take the first left to Rosetta. This route has approximately 31km of tar and 11km of gravel road.
The starting point for this trail is at the picnic site.
Apart from the Mooi River, and subject to the normal season, trout fishing is available in several dams which are open to anglers all year round.
Wildlife occurring in the Kamberg Reserve includes reedbuck, mountain reedbuck, blesbok, black wildebeest, grey rhebuck, eland, duiker, red hartebeest and oribi.