The WildNet Africa on-line directory of destinations, safaris, products and services available in Africa.THESE DIRECTORY ENTRIES PROVIDE BASIC CONTACT DETAILS ONLY. VISIT THE WEBSITE IF AVAILABLE. THE WILDNET AFRICA HOME PAGE WILL LEAD YOU TO DESTINATIONS AND SERVICES WITH FULL ON-LINE INFORMATION.  JERICHO DAM NATURE RESERVEPostal address: THE OFFICER-IN-CHARGE, P O BOX 74, AMSTERDAM, 2375, SOUTH AFRICA Tel (International): +27-17-84693077 Tel (South Africa): 017-8469307 Fax (International): Fax (South Africa): e-Mail: Web Home Page: Although it also supports a few small game species, the 2 186 ha Jericho Dam Nature Reserve is know primarily as a haunt for bird-watchers. Among the many species recorded here are two rare crane species - wattled and crowned. Location: Southern part of Mpumalanga; south-east of Ermelo. Access: From Ermelo take the R65 east-wards towards Amsterdam and Swaziland; after approximately 45 km turn right onto a graded gravel road signposted to the reserve and Sheepmoor; follow signposts to the reserve. Alternatively, from Ermelo take the N2 towards Piet Retief for 42 km, turn left onto a graded gravel road to Sheepmoor, and follow signposts to reserve. Accommodation: Camping site with outdoor fireplaces (small fee). Other facilities: Picnic sites; watersports; fishing (permit required); bird-watching. Open: Throughout the year. Opening time: 06h00 to 18h00 |
