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South African National & Regional Parks
 

 
With more than 20 National Parks in South Africa, including two of the world's most renowned wildlife reserves, the Kruger Park and the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, plus almost as many regional parks, your venture to any of the South African Parks will transfer you into another world.

Explore Madikwe, Tsitsikamma, Pilanesberg, Mapungubwe, Addo, Karoo, Marakele, Drakensberg, Mountain Zebra, Golden Gate, Table Mountain, Sodwana, Augrabies, Richtersveld and many more.
 

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Addo Elephant Park Addo Elephant Park - Eastern Cape
The more than 450 elephants in the park are the main attraction, but you will also encounter buffalo, black rhino, warthog, eland, kudu and a variety of buck species. The park lies 75 km to the north of Port Elizabeth and is open throughout the year.
Agulhas National Park Agulhas National Park - Western Cape
The area around the southern-most tip of Africa, often referred to as the Agulhas Plain, has rich natural and cultural features, and is of international significance due to its rich plant biodiversity.
Ai-Ais/Richtersveld Transfrontier National Park Ai-Ais/Richtersveld Transfrontier National Park - Northern Cape
An arid mountainous wilderness with splendid scenery, rugged kloofs, high mountains and dramatic landscapes crossing 2 countries on both sides of the Orange River.
Augrabies Falls National Park Augrabies Falls National Park - Northern Cape
Situated about 120 km west of Upington on the Orange River, units with picnic site and braai facilities, air-conditioning, a shop, a bar, restaurant, cafeteria, information centre, petrol and diesel pumps, laundry, public telephones, 3 swimming pools.
Bontebok National Park Bontebok National Park - Western Cape
This park is home to more than 300 bontebok, and various other animals such as zebra, duiker and steenbok. Situated in the southern Cape, with the Breede river flowing through it, the varieties of fauna and flora and fynbos are spectacular.
Camdeboo National Park Camdeboo National Park - Eastern Cape
Camdeboo National Park encircles the town of Graaff-Reinet and provides the visitor with insights into the unique landscape and ecosystem of the Karoo as well as awesome scenic beauty.
Golden Gate Highlands National Park Golden Gate Highlands National Park - Free State
Nestling in the rolling foothills of the Maluti mountains in the northern Free Sate Highlands, this is the home of a variety of animals, but also offers superb accommodation and attractions, entertainment, hiking trails and much more.
Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Game Reserve Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Game Reserve - KwaZulu Natal
Two of Africa's oldest game reserves (1895) and the linking Corridor Reserve makes up 96 000 ha Park where the 'Big 5" and others, like the elusive Cheetah, as well as an abundance of birdlife is to be seen.
iSimangaliso Wetland Park iSimangaliso Wetland Park - KwaZulu Natal
A very special slice of Africa, the iSimangaliso Wetland Park (previously St Lucia Wetland Park) offers ecotourists some of the most diverse wildlife and outdoor experiences imaginable.
Ithala Game Reserve Ithala Game Reserve - KwaZulu Natal
Overlooking the Pongola River valley in the rugged, mountainous thornveld of Northern KwaZulu Natal, with diverse geological diversity, Itala offers a wildlife experience second to none.
Karoo National Park Karoo National Park - Western Cape
Situated 12km from Beaufort West with a wide variety of endemic wildlife - such as black rhino, buffalo & black eagle - and also a wide diversity of succulent plants and small reptiles. Activities include hiking, game viewing, scenic drives and more
Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park - Northern Cape
One of Africa's great parks. The Kalahari Gemsbok National Park (South Africa) and Gemsbok National Park (Botswana) have been formed into a transfrontier park of over 3,6 million ha. A rugged wildlife sanctuary with 3 rest camps & abundance of game.
Kruger National Park Kruger National Park - Mpumalanga
The world-renowned Kruger Park in South Africa offers a wildlife experience that ranks with the best in Africa and the world. Enjoy day and night open vehicle safaris or a self drive through the one of the largest Big Five game reserves
Kruger Park Wilderness Trails Kruger Park Wilderness Trails - Mpumalanga
There are seven guided wilderness walking trails available in the Kruger National Park. Trails include three nights accommodation in a wilderness camp.
Madikwe Game Reserve Madikwe Game Reserve - North West
Madikwe is regarded as one of the finest conservation areas in Africa, offering all the major species, including lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, both white and black rhino along with almost all the plains antelope species.
Mapungubwe National Park Mapungubwe National Park - Limpopo
Out of the mist of the mysterious past rises the Mapungubwe National Park giving tangible proof by way of the rich fossil deposits, Bushman rock art and gold artefacts, of ancient civilisations that once flourished here.
Marakele National Park Marakele National Park - Limpopo
Situated in the heart of the magnificent Waterberg Mountain Range in the Northern Province, characterised by contrasting majestic mountain landscapes , hills and valleys, as well as an impressive variety of wildlife.
Mkuze Game Reserve Mkuze Game Reserve - KwaZulu Natal
Situated in the northern Kwazulu Natal region, this reserve differs from others in the vicinity in that it is flat with grasslands, fossil pans, wetlands and sand dunes. Attractions include game-viewing, birdwatching and an exciting bushveld trail.
Mokala National Park Mokala National Park - Northern Cape
Situated 80km south-southwest of Kimberley with Kameeldoring trees (one of the major tree species of the desert regions) occuring and home to Black Rhino, Tsessebe, Roan antelope, White Rhino and Black Wildebeest.
Mountain Zebra National Park Mountain Zebra National Park - Eastern Cape
Situated about 25 km west of Cradock, a sanctuary for the endangered Cape Mountain Zebra, but also home to various antelope species, caracal and over 200 bird-species. Serviced and equipped, with swimming pool, shop, restaurant, game-viewing and 3-day hi
Namaqua National Park Namaqua National Park - Northern Cape
During early August and September Namaqualand is transformed into a wonderland, carpeted with wildflowers. Namaqualand is home to the richest bulb flora of any arid region & the park incorporates the Skilpad Wild Flower Reserve.
Pilanesberg Game Reserve Pilanesberg Game Reserve - North West
Situated inside the eroded crater of an extinct volcano in the North West province (adjacent to Sun City). Pilanesberg National Park is a sanctuary for various game including the Big Five - rhino, lion, elephant, leopard and buffalo.
Table Mountain National Park Table Mountain National Park - Western Cape
Experience the majestic southernmost point of the Cape Peninsula, visit the Nature Reserve and observe the rich Fauna and Flora.
Tankwa Karoo National Park Tankwa Karoo National Park - Northern Cape
Situated between Ceres and Calvinia within the Succulent Karoo Biome where you'll find rare and endangered plant species, rich endemic birdlife, and landscapes that will take your breath away.
Tembe Elephant Park Tembe Elephant Park - KwaZulu Natal
This remote park, deep in an area of sand forests, pans and wetlands in northern Tongaland, lies on the border between KwaZulu-Natal and Mozambique. The park protects the largest elephant herd in KwaZulu-Natal which is also the only re- maining indigeno
Tsitsikamma National Park Tsitsikamma National Park - Eastern Cape
A region of startling beauty along South Africa's southern coastline, with the National Park encompassing its spectacular expanse. Various hiking trails like The Otter, the 200m bungi jump at Bloukrans River and much more
Ukhahlamba Drakensberg Park Ukhahlamba Drakensberg Park - KwaZulu Natal
The 243 000ha Ukhahlamba Drakensberg Park is one of South Africa`s prime ecotourist destinations. Here you can savour the ultimate freedom of great open spaces in a world of gigantic peaks and butresses.
West Coast National Park West Coast National Park - Western Cape
The focal point of this Park is the Langebaan Lagoon, but with miles of pristine golden beaches stretching into the early morning mist and brooding salt marshes.
Wilderness National Park Wilderness National Park - Western Cape
In the heart of South Africa's famous Garden Route, a charming world of lakes, rivers, fens, estuaries and beaches against a backdrop of lush forest and lofty mountains.

 

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