Named after a 1.9 metre pinnacle hill native to the area, the Tsolwana Naturereserve “Tsolwana” meaning “Spike” in Xhosa, frames the Winterberg Mountain range promising outdoor excursions with much success in sighting the more shy wildlife species that include the bat-eared fox, black backed jackal, oryx, lynx and suricate. Explore the reserve on a 4×4 adventure or hiking through vast plains of grassland views.
The climate can be extreme, with greatly varying temperatures and unpredictable heavy summer rainstorms with hail. In winter, snow falls frequently – so be prepared!
Activity Permits
Activity permits are temporary form of permission giving private operators approval to host lawful activities within the protected area/ nature reserves.
These activities range from lifestyle events such as weddings, music festivals to adventure and nature based activities such as trail running, cycling, horse riding, canoeing etc. For more information, and to apply for an activity permit, please contact Ms Siyasanga Mabuyane or Mr Bulelani Silangwe at Siyasanga.mabuyane@ecpta.co.za or bulelani.silangwe@ecpta.co.za
Please be advised that an approved activity permit can only be used once for the event/activity applied for.
