Explore the Enchanting Dlinza Forest Nature Reserve

Getting There

• Car

  If you are traveling by car, start by navigating to Eshowe. From the center of Eshowe, head southwest on Church Street. Continue straight until you reach the T-junction with the N2 highway. Turn left onto the N2 and drive for approximately 11 kilometers. Take the R66 exit towards Eshowe. Follow the R66 for about 7 kilometers until you see the sign for Dlinza Forest Nature Reserve. Turn left onto the gravel road, and you will find the entrance to the reserve shortly after.

• Public Transportation

  For those using public transportation, you can take a bus from Durban to Eshowe. Once you arrive in Eshowe, you can either take a local taxi or walk to the Dlinza Forest Nature Reserve. The reserve is about 3 kilometers from the bus station. If you choose to walk, head southwest on Church Street, then follow the same route as described for car travel. A taxi may cost around R50 to R100, depending on your negotiation skills.

• Walking

  If you are already in Eshowe and prefer to walk to Dlinza Forest Nature Reserve, start at the Eshowe bus station. Walk southwest on Church Street, continuing straight until you reach the T-junction with the N2 highway. Turn left onto the N2 and walk for about 1 kilometer, then take the R66 exit. Follow this road for about 2 kilometers, keeping an eye out for the signs directing you to the reserve. The total walking distance is approximately 3 kilometers, which should take around 40 minutes.