Gate times
Kruger National Park operates with strict gate and camp opening and closing times, which change monthly based on daylight hours. These times are enforced to protect both visitors and wildlife.
It’s essential to plan your activities carefully and return before gates or camps close. Staying out after hours is a serious offence under SANParks regulations and can result in substantial fines. It also increases the risk of dangerous wildlife encounters and driving in poor visibility.
| Month | Gates Open | Gates Close | Camps Open | Camps Close |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 05:30 | 18:30 | 04:30 | 18:30 |
| February | 05:30 | 18:30 | 05:30 | 18:30 |
| March | 05:30 | 18:00 | 05:30 | 18:00 |
| April | 06:00 | 18:00 | 06:00 | 18:00 |
| May | 06:00 | 17:30 | 06:00 | 17:30 |
| June | 06:00 | 17:30 | 06:00 | 17:30 |
| July | 06:00 | 17:30 | 06:00 | 17:30 |
| August | 06:00 | 18:00 | 06:00 | 18:00 |
| September | 06:00 | 18:00 | 06:00 | 18:00 |
| October | 05:30 | 18:00 | 05:30 | 18:00 |
| November | 05:30 | 18:30 | 04:30 | 18:30 |
| December | 05:30 | 18:30 | 04:30 | 18:30 |