Mountain Zebra National Park
Mountain Zebra National Park is situated west of Cradock, in the shadow of the Bankberg mountain range. The reserve, proclaimed in 1937, has become home to the Cape mountain zebra, which were facing extinction, their population is currently over 300. Other game found in the reserve include, eland, wildebeest, gemsbok, Grey Rhebok and red hartebeest. The only cat found in the area is the Caracal or African Lynx, as it is commonly known. The caracal hunts rodents, birds, reptiles and other small mammals, which make up most of the diet, but occasionally take small deer. Accommodation includes family cottages, equipped and serviced daily, a guesthouse plus campsites.
The Bankberg Mountain Range offers magnificent views over the Karoo. This small park protects one of the rarest animals in the word - the mountain zebra, but it is also home to many antelope species. There are few roads and you can choose to go on a three day Mountain Zebra Trail or two short day walks.
Accommodation
Doornhoek Guest House - 6 beds
- 3 bedrooms, en suite bathrooms (bath), fully equipped kitchen
Family cottages - 4 bed
- 2 bedrooms, bathroom and partially equipped kitchen
All accommodation is serviced daily and provided with bedding, towels and soap.
Camping
- Communal ablution facilities
- Sites equipped with 220V power points
- A maximum of six persons, one caravan with a side tent and one vehicle, or one tent and one vehicle, or one autovilla or one motorised caravan will be permitted per site
Facilities
Fully licensed a la carte restaurant, also serving light refreshments.- Shop where curios and basic commodities may be purchased.
- Barbeque and ablution facilities for day visitors.
- Swimming pool for resident guests only.
- Petrol and diesel are available in the restcamp.
Conference Facilities
- Full conference facilities for a maximum of 20 people
- Catering facilities available
Wedding Receptions
- Facilities available for small wedding receptions, maximum 20 people
- Venue is adjacent to the Doornhoek Guest Cottage
The venue should be booked together with the guest cottage
Extra Information
Day visitors
- For people staying in Cradock, Mountain Zebra offers an excellent day visitor destination
- There are a couple of picnic sites in the park to cater for day and overnight visitors
Climate
- Summer is warm
- Winter nights are cold
- Regular snowfall in Winter on high lying areas
Office and Gate hours
| Gate Times | Oct - Mar Open | Oct - Mar Close | Apr - Sep Open | Apr - Sep Close |
| Office Hours | 07:00 | 19:00 | 07:00 | 18:00 |
| Gate Hours | 07:00 | 19:00 | 07:00 | 18:00 |
Handy Hints
- Remember to bring a camera, binoculars, bird and wildlife reference books
- Hat and sunscreen lotion
- Medicines such as anti-histamine and lotion for insect stings and bites
- Cool clothing for summer and warm for winter - the region is subject to sudden changes in weather
