Umfolozi Wilderness Trail Umfolozi is one of South Africa's oldest reserves, having been proclaimed, along with the nearby Hluhluwe, in 1897. It is most famous for its role in bringing the white rhino back from the brink of extinction and also for running the first wilderness trail in southern Africa in 1957. It proved so successful and popular that it is still running. It is a three-day walking safari deep into the wilderness area of the park. You are accompanied by an experienced, armed game ranger who will explain the complexities of your surroundings, as well as identify animals and birds.
Accommodation is in tented bush camps.
Prices are inclusive of meals but special diets are not catered for. The trails operate from the beginning of March to the end of September, although weekend trails are run all year round. The trails are run by the Natal Parks Board and all booking is through their central booking office. You are likely to see animals such as red duiker, black rhino, reedbuck, hippos and crocodiles. You may paddle for a stretch on the lake if you like, and if you take your own gear you may go for a snorkel in one of the many rockpools filled with myriad colourful tropical fish.