SANParks News

Media Release: Securing the ecological health of the Knysna lagoon

2013-05-24 16:08:36

Situated at the heart of the Garden Route National Park, the Knysna estuary’s beauty and splendour attracts many visitors. Of the 249 national estuaries forming part of a study conducted by Jane Turpie and Barry Clarke (2007), the Knysna estuary was ranked above the St Lucia World Heritage Site in terms of biodiversity significance.

Media Release: Winter Food & Wine Pairing at Geelbek Restaurant, WCNP

2013-05-24 11:47:52

Few things compare to the joy derived from a superb meal accompanied by delightful wines in a cosy setting. This June and July Geelbek Restaurant, inside West Coast National Park, has teamed up with local West Coast wineries to bring visitors a unique sensory experience.

Media Statement: Rhino Poaching Update

2013-05-23 16:00:32

The number of rhinos poached in South Africa since the beginning of the year now stands at 350.

Mapungubwe National Park flood damage update

2013-05-23 11:01:42

An update on the Mapungubwe National Park flood damage as on 23 May 2013.

Latest update on the Kruger National Park flood damage

2013-05-20 07:59:55

The latest update on the Kruger National Park flood damage as at 11:00 on 17 May 2013.

Update on Rhino Poaching

2013-05-16 07:42:32

Four people were arrested for poaching in the Kruger National Park during the past week as the total number of rhino killed for their horns increased to 313 nationally.

Media Release: Total black visitors increase in SANParks

2013-05-11 14:19:35

The South African National Parks (SANParks) said in an effort to transform the National Parks visitor demographics it has recoded good results with the increase in Black visitors.

Media Release: SANParks announces changes to rates for open safari vehicles

2013-05-11 14:16:35

The South African National Parks (SANParks) announced in a statement changes in the rate structure for South African residents and Southern African Development Community (SADC) nationals using Open Safari Vehicles (OSV’s) to experience the iconic Kruger National Park.

Media Release: Rhino poaching update

2013-05-09 10:57:40

8 May 2013 - Arrests for rhino poaching this week showed a considerable increase, with 11 alleged poachers being arrested in the eastern half of the country.