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      Now an internationally renowned RAMSAR site, the 4,000-hectare Nylsvley Conservancy is part of South Africa's largest flood-plain that stretches 70 km from Modimolle to Mokopane.

      The reserve is home to 72 mammal species, including rare Roan Antelope. High rainfall years bring a mind-boggling 80 000 migratory water birds to the floodplains, with up to 420 recorded species.

      Nylsvley Nature Reserve is a haven for 37 Red-Data species, hence its significance as a RAMSAR site. You can easily spot as many as 365 species in the reserve itself which has five bird hides. The prolific bird life and plant species makes it a great attraction for bird-lovers, researchers and tourists at any time of year.

      And it’s not just about birding, it’s a great place for a weekend getaway or day outing. There are a few dirt roads for game viewing, extensive walking, hiking, and mountain biking trails as well as campsites and picnic spots.

      +27 (0) 14 743 1074
      www.nylsvley.co.za
      Primary Trail Type: Cross-Country
      eBikes Allowed: Yes
      Land Status: Provincial Park
      Nylsvley Rest Camp Parking google parking directions
      Access Info:
      Directions to Nylsvley Nature Reserve
      GPS: S24º39’50.0 E 28º39’54.4
      Take the N1 North towards Polokwane (Pietersburg).
      Take the Nylstroom (Modimolle) off ramp at the Kranskop toll plaza.
      On the R33 go all the way into Modimolle.
      At the main 4 way crossing turn right onto the R101 towards Naboomspruit (Mookopong) and Potgietersrus (Mokopane). Go down a little hill crossing a bridge with a dam wall on your left. Continue on this road with the mountains on your left. Before the road rejoins the N1 highway, turn left staying on the R101 going towards Mookgophong/ Naboomspruit Mokopane / Potgietersrus.
      Turn right at the Boekenhout station sign. There is also a brown information sign showing Nylsvley. The distance from the toll plaza to the Boekenhout turn off is about 43 km.
      About 7 km down this gravel road it crosses a railway line, the entrance to Nylsvley is one km further, on the left.
      The alternative route is to stay on the toll road, take the Mookgophong off-ramp. Keep going left, some 3 km later you each the R101 to Modimolle. Travel south (with the mountains on your right) until you pick up the Nylsvley / Boekenhout sign.
      Visitors to wishing to visit Vogelfontein are asked to obtain a permit and the combination lock code from the main gate of the reserve before proceeding to Vogelfontein.


      Nylsvley gate: 071 057 0828

      Enjoy the trip!
      Disclaimer:
      Nylsvley Nature Reserve Tariffs
      Reservations: Tel: 015 293 3611/2/3
      [email protected] www.golimpopo.com

      Prices subject to change without prior notice, correct at May 2018
      Adults R30
      Children
      Pensioner R20
      Vehicle R30
      Bicycle R15
      Kombi R45
      Trailer R30
      Motor Bike Not admitted
      Caravan/motorhome R80
      Kombi R45
      Bus R 70
      Binocular hire R20
      Bicycle hire R40 per hour.
      Wheel chair available: Donation to Friends of Nylsvley

      Nylsvley Nature Reserve: 014 743 6925 or 071 057 0828

      Reserve gates open daily:
      September-April 06h00-18h00
      May-August 06h30-17h30

      To book accommodation:
      Tel: 015 293 3612 or [email protected]
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      Region Status
      Open as of Jul 26, 2022
      Local Trail Association

      Stats

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      Trails (view details)
      81
      Trails Mountain Bike
      81
      Trails Hike
      81
      Trails Trail Running
      81
      Total Distance
      71 miles
      Total Descent Distance
      22 miles
      Total Descent
      2,229 ft
      Total Vertical
      180 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      3,757 ft
      Reports
      83
      Photos
      6
      Ridden Counter
      19

      Photos of Nylsvley Nature Reserve Mountain Bike

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      Activity Type Stats

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      Mountain Bike8171 miles2,228 ft22 miles180 ft
      #3,260#536835
      Hike8171 miles2,228 ft22 miles180 ft
      #2,572#4283
      Trail Running8171 miles2,228 ft22 miles180 ft
      #2,583#43832
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