Mbombela (Nelspruit) – The rains have eased enough for the Kruger National Park (KNP), Crocodile Bridge Gate to be reopened for visitors.
The severe weather conditions have eased across parts of the Limpopo and Mpumalanga provinces, including areas in the Kruger National Park.
SANParks spokesperson JP Louw said the Crocodile Bridge Gate will re-open for day visitors from tomorrow, Thursday, 22 January 2026.
Visitors were advised that the situation, however, remains dynamic.
“A dam wall outside the park has been reported to be compromised, and this may change operational conditions at short notice, including access through Crocodile Bridge Gate,” warned JP Louw.
“All gravel roads remain closed until further notice, and visitors are strongly urged not to remove barricades placed at closed gates or on restricted roads, as these are in place for public safety and infrastructure protection.
“Guests are requested to consider taking their waste with them when leaving the park, as operations remain under pressure following recent flooding.”
The SANParks spokesperson said Malelane Gate, Numbi Gate, and Paul Kruger Gate remain open, with an entry quota system still in place.
Phabeni Gate remains closed.
“The southern and northern sections of the park remain cut off from each other, which means that Tshokwane Picnic Site, Satara Rest Camp, and the northern regions of the park are not accessible at this stage,” said JP Louw.
“SANParks continues to monitor conditions closely and will communicate any changes as they occur.
“Visitors are urged to adhere strictly to all instructions and signage for their own safety.”
