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South African National Parks (SANParks) urges visitors to the Kruger National Park (KNP) to book in advance and to observe the rules of the park over the school holidays as from Saturday, 28 June to Monday, 21 July 2025.

KNP is expecting an increased number of visitors during this period as families pursue a relaxed and refresh in nature.

Gate quotas will be implemented during this period and visitors are advised to book online ahead of their visit. Special attention is also drawn to operational times as it pertains to the 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 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.

Motorists with temporary vehicle registration 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 an updated information on road closures or visit our social media platforms.