Kruger urges holiday visitors to book ahead and follow rules as park braces for school break rush
The Kruger National Park has introduced gate quotas for all gates during the school holidays.
During the school holidays, the Kruger National Park (KNP) is anticipating a large number of visitors as families seek relaxation and time to enjoy nature.
Mpumalanga News reports that Reynold Thakhuli, spokesperson for KNP, says South African National Parks (SANParks) urges visitors to book in advance and adhere to park rules during the school holidays, which run until July 21.
To manage the expected increase in traffic, gate quotas will be implemented. Visitors are strongly advised to book their entry online ahead of their visit.
Gate quota time slots:
- 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 co-operate with officials who will be on duty and to report any bad behaviour to the gate officials or call the emergency call centre number on the entry permits.”
Thakhuli emphasised that motorists with temporary vehicle registration plates are encouraged to provide documentation at the gates, and vehicles with missing number plates will not be permitted to enter or exit the park.
“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 57 of 2003, and fined,” he warned.
Thakhuli said SANParks Ranger Services, Environmental Crime Investigations and Protection Services Units and the South African National Defence Force will be out in full force to ensure compliance.
He added that tourists are urged not to remove ‘No entry’ signs as such actions can pose a danger to others.
Visitors are encouraged to plan their trips carefully, allowing sufficient time to enjoy the bush, relax and arrive safely at their destination.
For updated information on road closures, visitors should consult camp and gate receptions or visit the park’s social media platforms.
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