KNP Gate Quotas

[Richprins]

Still don't know if the quota numbers are for vehicles or people!

[Alf]

It’s for people

[Lisbeth]

If people, it has a sense if you want to count the income, but traffic-wise it would be better to count the cars. They ought to count both

[RogerFraser]

https://www.sanparks.org/about/news/?id=58491

Media Release: Access for Day Visitors during the 2021 Festive Season

15 December 2021

To ensure a safe and pleasant stay in the Park, South African National Parks (SANParks) would like to urge visitors to the Kruger National Park (KNP) to book in advance and to observe the rules of the Park over the festive season; starting from Wednesday, 15 December 2021 until Tuesday, 11 January 2022. Day Visitors are reminded that daily quotas will once again apply at the entrance gates and there are three timeslots for pre-bookings to be made prior to arrival; which they can choose from as follows:

Time slot 1: 05:30 to 07:30
Time slot 2: 07:30 to 09:30
Time slot 3: 09:30 onwards
"For busy periods such as the festive season, we aim to better manage the volumes that we expect, as well as our visitors' expectations. The three different time slots are aimed at improving the spread of vehicles and preventing unnecessary waiting periods at gates. The Day Visitor Quota for the Park is a management tool to prevent overcrowding the roads and facilities; it is applied throughout the year although we mostly reach carrying capacity during long weekends and school holidays resulting in us having to turn visitors away", said the KNP's GM: Communications and Marketing, Ike Phaahla.

Pre-booked day visitors will get preference over non-booked day visitors at the gate but must ensure that they arrive within their booked time slots. Arriving outside the booked time slot, will be regarded as non-booked and therefore will not receive preference and could be turned away. These bookings can be changed as well through SANParks Reservations offices if need be.

It is also important to continue to obey the current COVID-19 protocols of wearing masks in public, social distancing adherence and sanitising our hands as screening will continue to be done at entrance gates. The Park has made plans for increased visibility of both traffic officials and visitor management personnel to monitor speeding, after-hours travelling and general behaviour on the roads.

"Alcohol consumption by Day Visitors is strictly prohibited at all leisure sites such as Swimming Pools and Picnic Spots. Proper searches will be conducted by security at all main gates to ensure that no contents of any toxic substance are taken into the park. Management is urging visitors to cooperate with officials who will be on duty and to report unbecoming behaviour to the gate officials or call the emergency call centre number on the entry permits", advised Phaahla.

Visitors are also urged to help keep the Park clean by disposing of their litter at designated areas, not alighting from vehicles on undesignated areas, not speed, and adhering to all rules and regulations as stipulated on the gate permit. Visitors are urged to be courteous and cooperative at sightings to avoid inconveniencing other road users. Please plan your trip carefully, allowing sufficient time to enjoy the bush and to get to your destination. Gate operating hours will be from 05:30 to 18:30 around December and January.

Visitors should also take note of the following important information:

Visitors will be able to book up to 80% of Day Visitor Quota per gate via SANParks Reservations offices on 012 428 9111 and online at https://www.sanparks.org/bookings/.
Day Visitor pre-bookings are subject to a non-refundable booking fee of R48 per adult and R24 per child.
Day Visitors who have pre-booked will still be required to pay Conservation Fees or use a valid Wild Card to enter the Park. The Conservation Fee for SA residents as well as Zimbabwe and Mocambique nationals (passport required to prove this) is R110 per adult and R55 per child (between ages 2 - 11). For nationals of Eswatini and other SADC countries, the conservation fees are R220 per adult and R110 per child. For all other guests, the standard conservation fees of R440 for adults and R220 for children applies.
Guests planning to use Wild Cards are requested to ensure the membership is valid before arrival and this can best be done online at https://www.sanparks.org/wild_new/. Guests using Wild Card need to also produce their ID and valid Wild Card Membership Confirmation Letter.
The number and profile of persons (adults and children) on the reservation and actual persons arriving should correspond.
All guests (drivers and passengers) will be required to identify themselves upon admission (by producing a South African driver's license, identity document or passport); please ensure you are in possession of one of these documents and have them ready.
Gate Quotas will be strictly applied and guests without pre-bookings could be denied entry if quotas are full.
Issued by:
South African National Parks - Kruger National Park

Media enquiries:
Isaac Phaahla
GM: Communications and Marketing, KNP
Tel: 013 735 4363, Cell 083 673 6974 or email: Isaac.phaahla@sanparks.org

[Richprins]

Rog!

[Richprins]

MEDIA RELEASE
For immediate release
KNP EASTER HOLIDAY PREPARATIONS
South African National Parks (SANParks) has begun welcoming visitors to the Kruger National Park (KNP) for the Easter Holidays. Visitors are urged to observe the rules of the park that are primarily intended to ensure safe and pleasant experiences.
KNP is expecting an increased number of visitors during these holidays as families pursue a relaxed time in nature to refresh and it is a time which coincides with school breaks.
KNP recorded high occupancy rates for both camping and accommodation, confirming the park’s place as a destination of choice for many. Gate quotas will be implemented for day visitors during the Easter Weekend and visitors are advised to book online ahead of their visit. Special attention is also drawn to operational times as it pertains to the gate quotas:
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 cooperate with officials who will be on duty and to report unbecoming behaviour to the gate officials or call the emergency call centre number on the entry permits.
Visitors are urged to plan their trips and allow sufficient time to enjoy the bush, relax and arrive safely at their destination. Visitors are also urged not to tamper with road signage such as the removal of road closure signs as such can pose a danger to other motorists who might enter prohibited parts of the park. Usage of roads in prohibited areas will result in the issue of fines. Visitors should consult reception and the gates for an updated information on road closures or visit our social media platforms.
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Issued by:
South African National Parks (SANParks)
JP Louw: SANParks Head of Communications Cell: 066 056 0911 or email: JP.Louw@sanparks.org