KwaZulu-Natal, Pietermaritzburg, Albert Falls Dam
Msinsi Albert Falls Dam and Game Reserve sits in the Karkloof hills about 24 km from Pietermaritzburg. Msinsi Holdings manages this large public dam for fishing, boating, camping, and game viewing.
Albert Falls Dam is rated among South Africa's top bass waters and hosts an international bass competition each year. The dam also holds carp, barbel, and kurper. Bank anglers fish from picnic lawns and designated overnight fishing areas. Boat launching is available with separate motorised and non-motorised fees. A Msinsi fishing permit is required in addition to gate entry. Papgooi works well for carp and barbel. Confirm permit zones and boat rules with the venue.
The reserve has self-catering rondavels, Notuli chalets, and a secluded Notuli cottage. Pelican Bay and Notuli offer electrical and non-electrical campsites with hot ablutions. Day visitors can picnic and use the water for approved sports. Game such as giraffe, nyala, kudu, and Cape buffalo roam the reserve. Game drives and guided nature walks run for groups. The resort lies off the R33 Greytown Road at Cramond, about 20 km from Pietermaritzburg. Gate entry covers day visitors. Infants under three enter free. Pensioners and children get reduced gate fees. Accommodation rates vary by season and day of week. Gate entry is about R40 per adult and R28 per child in the published 2025/2026 tariff. A daily fishing permit is about R55 per adult and R29 per child. Two-sleeper rondavels start from about R615 per night on the winter special rate. Confirm current gate, permit, and accommodation prices with the venue before you book. Last updated at: 15 September 2026.
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Reserve gates open daily. Confirm gate times for day visitors and overnight guests with the venue.
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