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Nature & parks in Mthatha/Umtata

3 curated nature reserves, parks and outdoor spots in Mthatha/Umtata, Eastern Cape — hand-picked and kept current by Out & About SA. Updated August 2026.

Out & About SA lists 3 nature reserves, parks and outdoor spots in Mthatha/Umtata, in the Wild Coast & Transkei. They span Nature Reserve and Dam / River. Every listing is hand-checked and kept current — browse them below, or open the full Eastern Cape nature & parks guide.

Luchaba Nature Reserve

Nature Reserve

Wild Coast & Transkei

Reserve on the shores of Mthatha Dam with game, birdlife and walking trails

Mthatha Dam

Dam / River

Wild Coast & Transkei

Large dam and resort offering fishing and watersports just outside the city

Nduli Nature Reserve

Nature Reserve

Wild Coast & Transkei

Small reserve on the town's edge home to zebra, wildebeest and antelope

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