Mountain Zebra National Park
Why we like it
Conservation success story; Protects over 700 mountain zebra; Also home to endangered black rhino and cheetah
Facts & Figures
Park / Reserve Size: | 28 000 Hectares |
Reserve Type: | National Park |
Big 5: | No |
Specialist Specie: | Cape Mountain Zebra |
Malaria Area: | No |
Nearest Town: | Cradock |
Accommodation in Mountain Zebra National Park
Mountain Zebra National Park Rest Camp
Invigorating crystal clear air, beautiful scenery, tranquil ambience and an abundance of wildlife offer you a special and personal African wilderness experience at Mountain Zebra National Park. Situated near Cradock in the malaria-free Eastern Cape, this national park was originally proclaimed in 1937 to save the dwindling Cape mountain zebra population. Now, at over 28 000 hectares, the park protects…
Lookout for
Aardwolf
Porcupine
Lion
Cheetah
Brown Hyena
Buffalo
Kudu
Zebra
Red Hartebeest
Springbok
Blesbok
Eland
Ostrich
Key Species
MAMMALS
Cape Mountain Zebra
Kudu
Meerkat
BRIDS
Blue Crane
Denham's Bustard
Black Eagle
Martial Eagle
REPTILES
Leopard Tortoise
Puff Adder
TREES
Sweet Thorn Acacia
Cape Beech
HABITAT TYPES
Nama-Karoo
Grassland
Thornveld Thicket
Wildlife Ratings
Big 5: | 6 |
Mammals: | 6.5 |
Birds: | 6 |
Reptiles: | 6.5 |
Trees: | 4 |