South African National Parks (SANParks) urges visitors to the Kruger National Park (KNP) to book in advance. They are also prompted to observe all Park rules over the Easter weekend- from Friday, 18 to Monday, 21 April 2025.
Gate quotas will be implemented during this period and visitors are advised to book online ahead of their visits. Special notice should be taken regarding operational times pertaining to gate quotas:
Time slot 1: 06.00 to 08:00
Time slot 2: 08:00 to 10:00
Time slot 3: 10:00 onwards
According to the KNP’s spokesperson, Ike Phaahla, the Park is expecting a large influx of visitors during the Easter weekend. “Plans for increased visibility of both traffic officials and visitor management personnel are being implemented. The officials will monitor speeding, after-hours travelling and general road behaviour. Management is urging guests to cooperate with officials on duty and to report unbecoming behaviour to gate officials or call the emergency call centre number printed on the entry permits,” he said.
Phaahla also said motorists with temporary number plates should provide documentation at the gates. “Any vehicle found inside the Park with missing number plates will be impounded. The driver will be charged under the National Environmental Management: Protected Areas Act, Act No. 57, 2003 and fined. The 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,” Phaahla said.
He also urged tourists not to remove No Entry signs as their actions could pose danger to others. Trips should be properly planned, allowing sufficient time to enjoy the bush, relax and arrive safely at their destination. Visitors should also request staff at camp and gate receptions for updated information on road closures. Alternatively, such information will also be available on the KNP’s social media platforms.
