Ben Lavin Nature Reserve MTB Trails (Closest City/Town: Louis Trichardt)
DISTANCE » Two circuit trails of 4 km and 15 km
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GRADING »
EASY MODERATE DIFFICULT EXTREME
[ OVERVIEW ]
On your bike
The management of this reserve has thoughtfully laid out two marked MTB trails ranging in distance from 4 km (Fountain Trail) to 15 km (Tabatjane Trail). These rides take place against a backdrop of the alluring Soutpansberg Mountain range and cover a large proportion of the total reserve area. The trails wind their way through undulating landscapes formed by riverine floodplains and climb up onto plateau areas. In addition to the scenery, non-predatory game can be viewed while you are riding. Look out for snakes. Entry level bicycles can be hired from the shop in the main camp.
Off your bike
The reserve offers self-guided walking trails in addition to the MTB trails. If staying at one of the reserve’s three camps, secure your food from the monkeys and do not feed any wild animals.
CONTACT
Route information: Ben Lavin Nature Reserve
Address: PO Box 782, Makhado, 0920
Telephone: 015 516 4534 r 083 675 9231 or 072 130 2832
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Website: www.satis.co.za/benlavin
[ FAST FACTS ]
GRADING: Easy to intermediate
DURATION:
CONFIGURATION : 2 x circuit trails of 4km and 15km
START POINT: Start in the reserve
TERRAIN:
MAP: No maps available
MORE INFORMATION:
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Day visitors are welcome. Route permits cost R15 per person. Gate times are from 06:00 to 18:00
FACILITIES: Ablutions. Kiosk. Swimming pool. Self-catering accommodation in 6 chalets, or at a campsite accommodating 4 tents. Bike hire.
BEWARE OF: Look out for snakes
