Kruger National Park implements emergency gate quotas after overnight rain!

South African National Parks (SANParks) has implemented a gate quota system with immediate effect at the Kruger National Park (KNP) following intensified overnight rainfall that caused additional damage to park infrastructure. The measure has been introduced to prioritise visitor safety and ensure effective traffic management under challenging conditions.

The gate quota system applies to the following open entrance gates:

• Malelane Gate
• Numbi Gate
• Paul Kruger Gate

All Open Safari Vehicles (OSVs) are included in these gate quotas.

Restricted Access and Special Permissions

• Essential delivery vehicles, airport transfers (with valid flight ticket confirmation), and official vehicles are permitted entry via Paul Kruger Gate only.
• The Skukuza–Phabeni Gate route is currently closed due to flooding, after a stream cut off access along the S1 road. As a result, Phabeni Gate is not accessible via Skukuza at this stage.
• Orpen Gate remains closed until further notice due to ongoing safety concerns.

Northern Kruger National Park Closures

• The entire northern region of the Kruger National Park remains inaccessible.
• Consequently, all northern gates remain closed until conditions improve.

SANParks continues to closely monitor weather patterns, road conditions, and infrastructure stability across the park. Further operational updates will be communicated as the situation develops.

Visitors are strongly advised to refuel their vehicles before entering the park, as persistent rainfall may impact the availability of fuel at filling stations inside the Kruger National Park.

 

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