With holidaymakers expected to visit the Kruger National Park (KNP) over the Easter long weekend, the South African National Parks (SANParks) is urging visitors to book their visit in advance online.
The KNP is expecting an increased number of visitors as families pursue relaxion in nature over the course of the long weekend running from Friday, 18 April to 21April 2025.
“Gate quotas will be implemented during this period and visitors are advised to book online ahead of their visit. Plans for increased visibility of both traffic officials and visitor management personnel to monitor speeding, after-hours travelling and general behaviour on the roads are being implemented.
“Management is urging visitors to cooperate with officials who will be on duty and to report unbecoming behaviour to the gate officials or call the emergency call centre number on the entry permits,” SANParks said in a statement on Monday.
Special attention is also drawn to operational times as it pertains to the gate quotas:
• Time slot 1: 6 – 8 am
• Time slot 2: 8-10 am
• Time slot 3: 10 am onwards
Motorists with temporary number plates are encouraged to provide documentation at the gates because vehicles with missing number plates will not be allowed to enter/exit the park at all the entrance gates.
Any vehicle found inside the park with missing number plates will be impounded, and the driver will be charged under the National Environmental Management: Protected Areas Act, Act No. 57, 2003 and fined.
“SANParks Ranger Services, Environmental Crime Investigations and Protection Services Units as well as South African National Defence Force will be out in full force to ensure compliance.
“Tourists are urged not to remove No Entry signs as their actions can pose danger to others. Visitors are urged to plan their trips and allow sufficient time to enjoy the bush, relax and arrive safely at their destination.
“Visitors should consult camp and gate receptions for updated information on road closures or visit our social media platforms,” SANParks said. -SAnews.gov.za
