New security at Kruger gates...

[Sprocky]

There has been a lot of discussion regarding the security, or lack there of, at the gates to KNP. Recently in the news was the idea of newly trained security guards taking over from the current disfunctional private company manning the gates.

It gives me great pleasure to say, what a pleasure!!! These guys might be new, but I sincerely hope they keep up the good work! Today was the first time in many a year that I have noted every car being searched on the way out, including mine. The gentleman that searched my car even apologised for the inconvenience, I told him it was a pleasure to be searched and not at all an inconvenience.

Hopefully this will be the way forward, at least it is a positive start to controlling what leaves the park.

[Duke]

This is good news Sprocky

[Richprins]

Excellent! Let's hope it lasts, and see what happens during peak season!

[dup]

I told him it was a pleasure to be searched and not at all an inconvenience.

Good news, I think we must make a point to encourage them to keep the standard and we must let the compliments flow.

[Bushcraft]

Good news

Did you see them searching staff cars also Sprocky

[nan]

at last people to search in the cars... all cars I hope

[Flutterby]

Great news Sprocky!

[Twigga]

A step in the right direction! I know these guys must deal with a lot of rude people, keep on keeping on guys!

Thanks Sprocky

[mouseinthehouse]

A huge positive step!

[Richprins]

Stunning stuff at Numbi this weekend, both in and out!

My car and boot searched!



The new SANParks security guards are exremely serious, and confirmed they check staff and delivery vehicles too. As per pic below...











Also be aware all adult passengers must provide proof of identity...ID book or drivers' license, and literally sign in! Excellent!



Personally I don't think it will last very long, and School holidays and public holidays will cause massive pileups with thorough searching. On the other hand, I don't think most tourists will mind, under the curent rhino threat?

Let's see!