Kruger National Park: S65 gravel road reopened after flood damage repairs!

South African National Parks (SANParks) has confirmed the reopening of the S65 gravel road in Kruger National Park. This scenic route, which connects the S1 (leading to Phabeni Gate) with the H1-1 (leading toward Pretoriuskop Rest Camp), had been temporarily closed due to damage caused by recent flooding.
The closure was part of SANParks’ broader efforts to maintain and restore infrastructure within Kruger National Park following heavy seasonal rains that impacted several roads in the region. The S65 is a popular drive among wildlife enthusiasts, often offering excellent sightings of big cats, rhinos, and elephants, especially in the morning and late afternoon.
Although the road is now open to guests, SANParks has advised that maintenance work will continue along the route. Visitors are urged to drive cautiously and be aware of ongoing repair activities and possible equipment on the road.
The reopening of the S65 restores an important link between two major access roads in the southern region of Kruger National Park, improving travel flexibility for self-drive safari-goers.