Kruger Park Closed Amid Heavy Rains

Persistent rainfall continues to affect large parts of Limpopo and Mpumalanga, forcing the temporary suspension of day visitation to the Kruger National Park (KNP) until further notice.

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Access to the park is now strictly limited to essential delivery vehicles, airport transfers with confirmed bookings, guests with existing overnight reservations at Berg en Dal, Pretoriuskop and Skukuza rest camps, and essential staff.

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The northern regions of the park remain inaccessible due to flooding and damaged roads. Satara Rest Camp has also been affected, with staff quarters submerged; affected staff were safely evacuated and no injuries have been reported. Water and electricity disruptions have led to the temporary closure of the camp.

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All tourism activities, including guided game drives and bush walks, are suspended as many internal roads remain unsafe. Visitors leaving the park are advised to monitor local road conditions, as flooding has impacted surrounding provincial and regional routes.

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SANParks continues to work with disaster management authorities and urges the public to follow official channels for updates. Guest and staff safety remains the highest priority.

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