Karkloof Conservancy

Karkloof Conservancy This Centre is run by members of the local community, represented by the Karkloof Conservancy. The area is rich in biodiversity and has much to offer.

Our aim is to conserve in perpetuity, the bio-diversity of the entire Karkloof area, to protect all species and their habitats, and to support long term sustainable and regenerative resource utilization for agriculture, silviculture and eco/avi-tourism. The Karkloof Conservation Centre is a unique and exciting joint venture between the Karkloof Conservancy, The Wildlands Conservation Trust, SAPPI,

Birdlife SA and the Southern KZN Birding Route. All three Crane species, and many other interesting birds visit the wetlands and dams near the bird hides on a regular basis. There are also a few antelope species, serval, caracal, mongooses, otters, and abundant frog and insect life. The public can enjoy the true splendour of the Karkloof wetlands from a comfortable seat in a beautiful bird hide where one really feels part of the natural surroundings. This project is an exemplary example of how high tech agriculture, conservation and tourism can coexist harmoniously without disturbing ecology. The office is open on Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 8:00 to 16:00. An honesty box is in place for weekdays and weekends, for the early bird twitchers and wise old owls who enjoy sundowners. We have also added Zapper which allows you to visit without having to worry about bringing cash - all you have to do is scan the icon which is on display at the hides and at the Conservation centre. There is an entrance fee of R40 per adult, R25 per child (children under five years get in for free). Every Friday pensioners only pay R30. Bookings are essential from April - August for evening bookings during peak crane roosting season. Please make a booking for larger group visits, functions and if you would like to make use of our braai facilities.

03/08/2026
Karkloof Conservancy Sightings board 18 July 2026
20/07/2026

Karkloof Conservancy Sightings board
18 July 2026

Secretary BirdKarkloof 19 July 2026Captured by Philip Benson
20/07/2026

Secretary Bird
Karkloof
19 July 2026
Captured by Philip Benson

17/07/2026
17/07/2026

In winter Animals often follow firebreaks.
They often find themselves stuck between the road and a fence, then panic when cars pass by; Often running into the road or damaging themselves on the fence.

Please be vigilant of the road verges in the evenings and early morning as the animals can appear out of nowhere.

Common Reedbuck, Bushbuck, Common Duiker and Eland in the western section of the Lions River Conservation district, are the common roadblocks. Predators such as mongoose, Caracal, Serval and Jackal also fall victim to vehicles. Owls also make up a large part of roadkill statistics.

Please report any wildlife roadkill via whatsapp to: Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife Lions River Honorary Officers
Incident Reporting Line
📞 0657731532

📌Report Format:
- Date:
- Time:
- Location (address and/or GPS co ords/pin drop):
- Species:
- Photo:

16/07/2026
Beautiful pair of ground hornbills Karkloof ValleyJune 2026Shared by Devin Perry
22/06/2026

Beautiful pair of ground hornbills
Karkloof Valley
June 2026
Shared by Devin Perry

Address

Gartmore Farm, 15km Along The Karkloof Road
Howick
3290

Opening Hours

Monday 05:00 - 18:00
Tuesday 05:00 - 18:00
Wednesday 05:00 - 18:00
Thursday 05:00 - 18:00
Friday 05:00 - 18:00
Saturday 05:00 - 18:00
Sunday 05:00 - 18:00

Telephone

+27761476686

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