There’s free entry to most parks in the country, in September. The 19th annual SA National Parks Week will be held from 9 to 13 September. At the same time, it will be extended to 14 and 15 September, but only at selected national parks.
Free Entry To Most Parks in September
SANPARKS will in the meantime, host their celebratory event at Marakele National Park to kickstart the yearly week. This will be held on 8 September. During the mentioned week, South Africans can get free access to most of the 21 national parks under the management of South African National Parks.
Those citizens who will be taking up this offer will have to take note, that the free access does NOT include free access to accommodation facilities and other tourist activities.
SA National Parks Week
National Parks Week is a very popular week, held annually. Since its inception in 2006, participating parks have seen an influx of day visitors.
SANParks says the week helps to cultivate a sense of pride in South Africa’s natural, cultural and historical heritage as protected and preserved by the national parks system. It has also proven to be a successful campaign that provides education and awareness about the country’s inclusive approach to conservation.
Experience South Africa’s rich natural and cultural heritage
The managers at the organization say while offering an opportunity to experience South Africa’s rich natural and cultural heritage, attention is also drawn to the sustainable development practices made possible through partnerships with key role players like communities living adjacent to national parks, businesses, scientists and tourists.
Exclusions from National Parks Week
Some parks are not included in the free offering.
PLEASE NOTE:
Only South Africans qualify for free entry to most of the parks. You must also present your ID at the gate.
