Mission Rocks, St. Lucia Park
The Mission Rocks, on the road to Cape Vidal, is a great place to stop and let the little ones stretch their legs. The rocky shores are an excellent place to explore marine life at low tide. And the dunes provide excellent views of Lake St. Lucia and the coast. Yet the main reason for traveling to Mission Rocks is to trek. Whether you hit the Mkizi Trail, three 1-day loops between 10 and 18 km in length, or the strenuous 5-day, 65 km Emoyeni Trail be sure the adventure is commensurate with the age and skill level of the kids. The shorter guided hike to Mfazana Pans has a minimum age limit of 12.
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Getting there
Mission Rocks is situated 16 km north of the St. Lucia Estuary and is accessible from the tarred road Cape Vidal road.
Getting around
The best way to explore this part of St. Lucia Park is on foot. Guided single and multi-day hikes depart from the camp office at Mission Rocks and the small car park 2km beyond on the road to Cape Vidal.
Opening hours
The Cape Vidal gates are open daily from 5:00 to 19:00 and 5:00 to 21:00 on Friday, public holidays and holiday weekends during the summer, October through March, and 6:00 to 18:00 and 6:00 to 21:00 on Friday, public holidays and holiday weekends during the winter, April through September. The office is open daily from 8:00 to 13:00 and from 14:00 to 17:00 year round.
Fees
A gate and vehicle fee is charged to all day visitors. A fee is charged for single and multi-day guided walks and treks.
Contact details
To book single and multi-day guided hikes on the Mziki and Emoyeni trails dial +27 (0)35 5909002 or send an email to rossouwd@kznwildlife.com.
Things to keep in mind
There are picnic facilities and public toilets at Mission Rocks. Advance booking is required for all guided walks and hikes. Children under 12 years of age are not permitted on the hike to Mfazana Pans. If you plan to hike, be sure to pack the necessary provisions.
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