South African National Parks (SANParks) has confirmed that several gates and facilities in Kruger National Park are reopening, following improved weather conditions and ongoing safety assessments in Limpopo and Mpumalanga.
As of 26 January 2026, overnight visitors are once again permitted to enter the park via Phalaborwa Gate. Phabeni Gate will reopen to overnight guests from 27 January 2026. Visitors entering through these gates will be routed via the S3 and S4 roads, providing access to Pretoriuskop and Skukuza Rest Camps.
Camp and Facility Reopenings
- Bateleur Bush Camp reopens on Wednesday, 28 January
- Mopani Rest Camp reopens on Friday, 30 January 2026, excluding the restaurant and swimming pool
- Northern region shops reopening schedule:
- Punda Maria Shop – 26 January
- Shingwedzi & Mopani Shops – 28 January
- Letaba Shop – 30 January
However, Letaba and Shingwedzi Rest Camps, as well as the Pafuri Border Post, remain closed and inaccessible.
Marula Region and Central Kruger Status
In the Marula Region, Satara Rest Camp and N’wanetsi Picnic Site are open. Biyamiti and Talamati Bush Camps remain closed until further notice.
Orpen Gate is still inaccessible and may only be used by overnight guests, emergency services, and essential supply vehicles. SANParks has also warned visitors travelling to Orpen to remain alert along the R40 near Dwarsloop, where protest activity has been reported.
Important Travel and Safety Advisory
SANParks strongly urges visitors not to remove barricades or attempt to access closed roads, as these restrictions are critical for visitor safety and ongoing infrastructure recovery. All gravel roads across Kruger National Park remain closed until further notice.
Kruger National Park authorities continue to monitor conditions closely, and access restrictions will be reviewed as repairs progress. Further updates will be communicated through official SANParks channels.
SANParks has thanked all visitors for their patience, cooperation, and understanding during this recovery period as the park gradually returns to full operational capacity.
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