Lotheni Nature Reserve is a wonderfully secluded retreat in the Southern Drakensberg, surrounded by pristine mountain grasslands, sandstone valleys and the clear waters of the Lotheni River. Far removed from busy tourism centres, it is ideal for families, hikers, fly-fishers, birdwatchers and travellers looking for a quieter connection with the mountains.

Visitors can explore scenic walking trails through river valleys and indigenous forest, enjoy seasonal trout fishing, swim in natural mountain pools or discover the reserve’s cultural and natural history. The open grasslands also provide opportunities to see eland, mountain reedbuck, baboons and a variety of Drakensberg birdlife.