This only applies to entering KNP
If you are already within KNP and arrive late, you will be fined. Repeat offenders may face additional penalties, including a summons.
Late gate arrivals at KNP are permitted only in emergencies
This service is available until 21:00 for guests with pre-booked accommodation within 10 km of the relevant gate. To use it, you’ll need a valid reason and proof of a genuine emergency.
For instance, a medical emergency would require a discharge letter as proof, while a car breakdown should be backed up with documentation from a roadside recovery service. The delay must be proven to be due to unforeseen circumstances.
It’s best to call the gate in advance and explain your situation. The final decision on whether you can enter or not is up to them, so being polite and providing clear proof of your unexpected delay will help your case.
→See the gate phone numbers directory on the SANP website.
Escorts After Gate Closure
- You can not drive by yourself after the gates close. You’ll have to wait for an escort to lead you to your camp.
- After 21:00, latecomers at entrance gates will be denied entry regardless of their reason.
- There is no late admission at Phabeni, Phalaborwa, and Pafuri Gates as they are over 10km from any camp.
- Paid late entry escorts, can be arranged until 21:00 at the following gates for the listed camps, departing every half hour.
Gates within 10km of a camp
Malelane Gate
- Gate Phone Number: +27 (0)13 735 6152
- Camp: Berg-en-Dal
Camp: Malelane
Crocodile Bridge Gate
- Gate Phone Number: +27 (0)13 735 6012
- Camp: Crocodile Bridge Camp
Paul Kruger Gate
- Gate Phone Number: +27 (0)13 735 5107
- Camp: Skukuza
Numbi Gate*
*Please see Avoid Entering Kruger via Numbi Gate
- Gate Phone Number: +27 (0)13 735 5133
- Camp: Pretoriuskop
Orpen Gate
- Gate Phone Number: +27 (0)13 735 0237 / 0238
- Camp: Orpen Camp
Punda Maria Gate
- Gate Phone Number: +27 (0)13 735 6870
- Camp: Punda Maria Camp
Even in emergencies, avoid driving after dark within KNP if possible
- It’s a national park teeming with wildlife. (Do you potentially want to come face to face with a herd Elephants in the dark?)
- If you know you’ll be arriving late, consider booking accommodation outside the park and inform the camp that you’ll be arriving the next day due to the emergency.
