Kruger National Park announces school holiday access rules and important regulations
Reynold Thakhuli, spokesperson for KNP, said that SANParks urges visitors to book in advance and adhere to park rules during the school holiday period which runs from Saturday, June 28 to July 21.
To manage the expected increase in traffic, gate quotas will be implemented. Visitors are strongly advised to book their entry online ahead of their visit.
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Special attention is also drawn to operational times concerning these gate quotas:
• Time slot 1: 06:00 to 08:00
• Time slot 2: 08:00 to 10:00
• Time slot 3: 10:00 onwards
'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 co-operate with officials who will be on duty and to report any bad behaviour to the gate officials or call the emergency call centre number on the entry permits.'
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Thakhuli also emphasised that motorists with temporary vehicle registration plates are encouraged to provide documentation at the gates, and vehicles with missing number plates will not be permitted to enter or exit the park at any gate.
'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,' he warned.
Thakhuli also said SANParks Ranger Services, Environmental Crime Investigations and Protection Services Units, as well as the South African National Defence Force, will be out in full force to ensure compliance.
Thakhuli added that tourists are urged not to remove 'No entry' signs as such actions can pose a danger to others.
Visitors are encouraged to plan their trips carefully, allowing sufficient time to enjoy the bush, relax, and arrive safely at their destination.
For updated information on road closures, visitors should consult camp and gate receptions or visit the park's social media platforms.
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