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Two Mountains Funeral Cover

By Lindiwe Khumalo · 5 min read · Updated 24 June 2026

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Two Mountains funeral cover reviewed - indicative prices, packages, waiting period, what the funeral service includes and how to get a quote.
Provider
Two Mountains (insurer-underwritten)
Typical cover
R10,000 to R75,000 per life
Typical premium range
From around R80 to R400+ a month for family cover
Waiting period
Usually 6 months for natural death, none for accidental
Funeral service
Own branches and funeral packages

Two Mountains funeral cover is a funeral policy from a black-owned funeral group that also runs its own branches and burial services, paying roughly R10,000 to R75,000 per life, with a waiting period of about 6 months for natural death, none for accidental death, plus optional funeral packages. Like AVBOB, the appeal is one company for both the policy and the funeral.

Two Mountains suits families who want a provider that handles cover and the service together. The figures below are indicative - confirm current premiums and packages with Two Mountains.

What Two Mountains offers

Two Mountains offers funeral cover plus its own funeral services through branches around the country. Plans pay a cash benefit and can include funeral packages handled by Two Mountains, covering items like the coffin, hearse and service. You can usually cover yourself, a partner, children and extended family.

How Two Mountains (insurer-underwritten) funeral cover compares

Here is how Two Mountains (insurer-underwritten) funeral cover stacks up on the structural features that matter, stated in general, indicative terms.

FeatureTwo Mountains (insurer-underwritten)
UnderwriterInsurer-underwritten, Two Mountains group
Typical cover rangeAbout R10,000 to R75,000 per life
Natural-death waiting periodAbout 6 months
Accidental death coverCovered from day one
Maximum entry ageYes, on most plans
Extended family optionSet age limits apply
Cash-back / paybackFuneral service benefit rather than cash-back
Payout timeUsually within 24 to 48 hours for a valid claim

Figures are indicative - confirm current terms with the provider before you sign.

Indicative prices and packages

Cover typically runs from about R10,000 to R75,000 per life, with family plans bundling several people. Premiums often start around R80 a month and rise with cover and lives. Package contents and prices vary by branch - confirm what each package includes. These are guides, not quotes.

Waiting periods

Two Mountains generally applies a waiting period of about six months for natural death and none for accidental death. Read the policy and package terms so you know when cover starts and exactly what the funeral service includes.

Who it suits and pros and cons

Two Mountains suits families who want cover and the funeral handled by the same company. Pros: one provider for cover and service; funeral packages; branch network; extended family options. Cons: service benefit is most valuable if you use Two Mountains for the funeral; package contents vary; disclose honestly to avoid disputes.

How to claim and get a quote

To claim, contact a Two Mountains branch and submit the death certificate, IDs and policy details. For a quote, go directly to Two Mountains via a branch or its official website. We do not sell cover - compare premium, cover, waiting period and what the funeral package actually includes.

Frequently asked questions

How much is Two Mountains funeral cover?

Family plans often start around R80 a month and rise with cover and lives. Get a quote from Two Mountains for accurate pricing.

What does a Two Mountains funeral package include?

Packages typically cover items like the coffin, hearse and service, but contents vary by package and branch. Confirm exactly what is included before you sign.

Does Two Mountains have a waiting period?

Yes, usually about six months for natural death and none for accidental death. Confirm the exact period in your policy.

Where can I find the Two Mountains brochure?

Use the official Two Mountains website or a branch for current brochures and package details. Be cautious with out-of-date third-party PDFs.

How do I claim from Two Mountains?

Contact a Two Mountains branch and submit the death certificate, the deceased's ID and the policy details. The branch helps coordinate the funeral service.

Is Two Mountains funeral cover worth it?

It can be strong value if you plan to use Two Mountains for the funeral. If you prefer choosing your own undertaker, compare a pure cash policy.