Cumberland Nature Reserve Digital Detox Weekend
Fri Oct 30, 09:00 - Sun Nov 1, 15:00
Cumberland Nature Reserve
ABOUT
CUMBERLAND NATURE RESERVE CAMPING & HIKING WEEKEND
DIGITAL DETOX
Join us for a day hike OR spend the weekend with us — 1 or 2 nights at the beautiful bush campsite!
You will love it!
No internet.
No Netflix.
No YouTube.
No emails.
Just you, nature and good company.
Sounds good? We thought so!
Phones are welcome for photos and emergencies. We encourage you to disconnect — but you're not forced to!
And if you've camped with us before, you already know the vibe:
Fun. Fun. And more fun.
Come make memories that will last a lifetime!
A RARE OPPORTUNITY
Cumberland Nature Reserve is not generally open to day visitors.
This special weekend gives you a rare opportunity to explore this beautiful private reserve with a guided hike, or stay overnight and experience everything Cumberland has to offer.
ABOUT CUMBERLAND NATURE RESERVE
Cumberland is a 560-hectare private nature reserve just east of Pietermaritzburg, offering an incredible mix of savanna, woodland, wetlands, deep valleys, cliffs, waterfalls and beautiful wooded gorges.
It's a fantastic destination for nature lovers, hikers and landscape photographers.
The reserve is rich in wildlife and biodiversity, including:
- 300+ bird species
- 50+ butterfly species
- 200+ wildflower species
- 30 mammal species
- Abundant indigenous trees and grasses
- A healthy snake population, including African Rock Pythons
TRIP DETAILS
Date: 30 October – 1 November 2026
Location: Cumberland Nature Reserve
COST
Day Visitors: R299 pp per day hike
1 Night: R999 pp
2 Nights: R1,499 pp
WHAT'S INCLUDED
DAY VISITORS
- Guided day hike
- All entry and conservation fees
- Picnic / braai after the hike — bring your own food and drinks
OVERNIGHT VISITORS
- Entry and conservation fees
- Camping fees
- Bonfire
- Up to 3 guided hikes
- Braai — bring your own food
- Communal gazebo
THE HIKES
FRIDAY — LOLAMBAZO
A challenging hike taking us down to the bottom of the spectacular big waterfall.
Approximately 7 km | ±4 hours
This is a challenging route with lots of steep and technical sections.
Not suitable for beginners.
SATURDAY — THE KRANZ
Hike to the highest point in the reserve, with incredible views stretching across the surrounding landscape.
6–7 km | ±3 hours
SATURDAY NIGHT — NIGHT HIKE
SCORPION HUNT!
A fun after-dark adventure looking for scorpions and other nocturnal creatures.
Overnight guests only.
SUNDAY — HORSESHOE BEND
An easy and fun hike to the beautiful Horseshoe Bend, with plenty of opportunities to look for wildlife along the way.
Approximately 7 km | ±3 hours
WHAT TO BRING
FOR HIKING
- Plenty of water
- Snacks
- Cap or hat
- Comfortable backpack
- Comfortable hiking shoes or boots
- Phone or camera
- Tick repellent
FOR CAMPING
- Your own tent
- Sleeping gear
- Lights / headlamp
- Food and drinks
Don't have camping gear? No problem!
We have a wide range of camping gear available for rental. Contact us for more information.
And don't worry if you've never pitched a tent before — we'll even help you put it up!
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
- Day visitors are welcome as part of this special event — R299 pp per day hike
- Cumberland Nature Reserve is not generally open to day visitors, making this a unique opportunity to explore the reserve
- Non-electrified campsite — no electricity
- Bathrooms with showers and hot water
- Running toilets available
- Running water available, but not suitable for drinking — bring your own drinking water
- Self-catering units are available for non-campers — contact us for details
- Event runs rain or shine, except in extreme weather conditions
- No refunds or credits for no-shows
DIGITAL DETOX. REAL CONNECTIONS. WILD PLACES.
Leave the screens behind, breathe in the fresh air and spend a weekend surrounded by nature, adventure and good people.
We can't wait to share this special weekend with you!
LOOKING FOR A PRIVATE ADVENTURE?
Look no further — come to the best!
We can create an adventure to suit your group, family or company, no matter what you're looking for:
- Hiking and camping trips
- Private beach picnic events
- Team-building experiences
- Extreme fishing trips
GET IN TOUCH
Info Line: 066 111 1488
Email: [email protected]
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