Shockingly, a significant concern remains the continued presence of hikers in areas that have been closed off due to fire damage.

Table Mountain National Park has confirmed that firefighting efforts continue as the Newlands Ravine blaze burns in areas tricky to access.

SANParks has deployed more than 50 ground firefighters and aerial resources to combat an active fire in the Newlands area above Kirstenbosch.

In order to support essential conservation work by SANParks, Chapman’s Peak Drive will be closed every Wednesday in February and March.

A new fear was unlocked for many recently, when a spitting cobra snake was found curled up inside a toilet bowl at Kruger National Park.

SANParks has confirmed the arrest of an ex-employee after the SAPS storeroom for Stock Theft and Endangered Species Unit was burgled.

Watch the full version of the ‘SANParks provides update on tourist trampled to death by elephant’ in a minute.

SANParks has welcomed the sentencing of three poachers by the Skukuza Regional Court for illegal activities in the Kruger National Park.

SANParks has reported that several camps and roads in Kruger National Park have been damaged by the recent heavy rains.

SANParks has confirmed the arrest of two suspects who were each found in possession of four firearms outside the Kruger National Park.

A suspect has been arrested and charged with arson in connection with the fire that broke out near Platteklip Gorge on Sunday.

SANParks Table Mountain National Park has reported that 60% of the fire burning along the front face of Table Mountain has been contained.

SANParks has reminded day visitors planning to visit the Kruger National Park during the festive season that gate quotas will be in place. 

As part of their Festive Season Crime Prevention Drive, SANParks will be boosting security and surveillance at all gates in Kruger.

The South African National Parks has noted the significant progress made by the Kruger National Park in repairing and maintaining its roads.

SANParks Honorary Rangers has expressed its sadness over an incident in the Kruger National Park involving one of the K9 anti-poaching dogs.

SANParks has incorporated more land into the Table Mountain National Park, creating an ecological corridor between Noordhoek and Kommetjie.

SANParks has confirmed the news that a Kruger National Park field ranger was bitten on the lower leg by a hippo in the Sabie Gorge on Sunday.

The pride of lions that escaped for a second time from the Kruger National Park to the Ngwenya Lodge was once again recovered, but …

The pride of lions which exited the Kruger National Park on Wednesday, only to be darted and sent back, have reportedly left again.

In a Facebook update, SANParks confirmed that the pride of eight lions which escaped from the Kruger National Park are back ‘home’.

SANParks has confirmed that a pride of lions have escaped the Kruger National Park and are on the neighbouring Ngwenya Lodge property.

SANParks has announced 33 new field rangers for the Kruger National Park who were inaugurated at the passing out parade at Skukuza.

SANParks has just announced the official dates for their National Parks Week. Here’s when the free week will be…

Two incidents in the Kruger National Park in a space of five days once again highlighted the dangerous conditions rangers operate under.

SANParks has confirmed the arrest of four individuals linked with pickpocketing on Signal Hill in Cape Town.

South African National Parks (SANParks) has issued an update on the fires that have raged since lightning strikes took place last Sunday.

On Sunday, Table Mountain National Park reported several fires that were said to have been be caused by lighting strikes.

A 50-year-old hiker was hoisted to safety after falling almost five storeys on the face of Table Mountain on Monday.

Look at a troop of baboons having a pool party in Skukuza camp, situated within Kruger National Park (KNP). Here are more photos.

Wilderness Search and Rescue have found a 63-year-old foreign hiker who went missing on Table Mountain late on Friday.

Two seperate mugging incidents on Table Mountain in Cape Town this weekend ended in an arrest, and a fatality.

Table Mountain National Park believes some of the 22 fires in January 2024 were set with ‘deliberate malicious intent’ in mind.

As far as national parks in the Eastern Cape go, Mountain Zebra National Park is a must-visit. Here are a few things to do at the park…

The hard work of over 200 firefighters deployed at the fire in Simon’s Town has so far kept the blaze away from residential properties.

Reports of snake encounters in South Africa are on the increase this December. Here’s how you can protect against our reptilian friends.

Having quick access to essential emergency numbers when visiting the Kruger National Park is paramount. Here is a list.

SANParks has stated that pre-booked day visitors will get preference over non-booked visitors at Kruger National Park this festive season.

Over 100 firefighters battled a fiery blaze at the Table Mountain in the Western Cape on Sunday, 10 December.

The Kruger National Park will be going cash-free this December at five of its entrance gates and fuel stations. Here’s more details…

Need a November getaway and don’t want to break the bank? SANParks has great discounts on stays at several national parks this November…

SANParks has announced that many national parks in the Cape region will get a tariff increase this November. Here’s where and by how much…

Need a spring getaway and don’t want to break the bank? SANParks has great discounts on stays at several national parks this October…

We head up the West Coast for a good ol’ fashioned road trip in the new Toyota Urban Cruiser 1.5 XR auto to assess the box-fresh crossover.

National Parks Week starts tomorrow (16 September 2023). Here’s how you can claim your free SANParks tickets.

All FREE National Parks Week venues have been confirmed, including KRUGER. Click here to see where and when you can VISIT.

Themba Robin’s hilarious SANParks Week ad has us excited. Here’s everything you need to know about the FREE National Parks Week.

In celebration of National Parks Week, Garden Route National Park has some fun, activities for guests who visit during the free weeks.

Spring has sprung and many of us love to be in nature this time of year. But so do reptiles. Here’s what to do when you encounter a snake.

In celebration of SANParks’ National Parks Week, Kruger National Park has some fun, educational activities for guests who visit.

SANParks have updated the dates for each of the parks to visit during annual National Parks Week. Here’s more details…

SANParks has even more discounted stays on offer at several national parks this August month-end. Take a look…

Watch news in a minute for a summary of SANParks has announced the official dates for their 18th annual National Parks Week.

SANParks has announced the official dates for their 18th annual National Parks Week. Here’s when and where you can visit…

A senior SANParks manager was stormed and killed by HIPPO in the Kruger National Park on Saturday. Here is the latest.

In celebration of Marine Protected Areas (MPA) Day, SANParks unveiled a beautiful short film highlighting marine diversity. Watch…

Need a winter getaway and don’t want to break the bank? SANParks now has discounts on stays at several national parks. Take a look…

Minister of Tourism, Patricia de Lille, and SANParks recently launched the Twee Rivieren (Khomani) Interpretative Centre. Take a look…

The SA National Parks has said that the exceptional rainfall in this year would turn the Richtersveld region into a flower paradise.

The South African National Parks (SANParks) has issued a warning to all hikers visiting Table Mountain National Park after the recent rains.

The South African National Parks (SANParks) have unveiled a new art sculpture at the Agulhas National Park in Cape Agulhas. Take a look…

Another South African National Parks (SANParks) gate will offer cashless entry this year, as part of its new cash-free initiative.

South African National Parks (SANParks) has appointed its first female CEO since its establishment in 1926.

There has been a 40% decrease in Rhino poaching in South Africa but the province of KwaZulu-Natal remains a threat.

SANParks has wished a Table Mountain National Park ranger a speedy recovery following an attack by a suspected poacher resisting arrest.

As summer approaches and temperatures rise, snakes become more active – and SANParks has issued a warning to be vigilant.

SANParks said there are four confirmed cases of avian influenza in Boulders Penguin Colony. Seven more cases are suspected.

South Africans are encouraged to visit the country’s wonderful national parks this September, which is Tourism Month.

National Parks week will grant South African citizens free access to most SANParks managed facilities in September. Some parks will extend the free access week into the weekend.

‘Making Contact’ is a five-part mini-series celebrating and profiling anti-poaching K9 units in South Africa’s nature reserves

National Parks week will grant South African citizens free access to most SANParks managed facilities in September. Some parks will extend the free access week into the weekend.

A SANParks worker was suspended after the video of a visitor slapping a dead leopard in the Kruger National Park.

The boy was visiting the Kruger National Park for the day with his family when his body was found floating in the pool.

In the video shared by Africa Adventures, the SANParks official can be seen trying to avoid the convoy of tourists almost running the lions over.

The abalone syndicate members offered an undercover member a R20 000 bribe to turn a blind eye to their illegal activities.

South African National Parks (SANParks) has launched a R370m upgrade programme in the Kruger National Park.

SANParks advised residents who live near the Table Mountain to keep their windows closed and washing inside on burn days.

A light craft made an emergency landing in the Table Mountain National Park near Cape Point on Thursday. Two men sustained injuries.

Four helicopters are currently water bombing!
The heatwave has led to another Cape Town fire. Silvermine and several roads are now closed.

The popular Silvermine Dam in the central section of Table Mountain National Park is currently closed following a drowning incident.

South Africans will have free access to national parks from Monday until Friday. Click here for more information.

All visitors are urged to refrain from crafting graffiti images, rock packing, as well as the recent booming #challenges on social media.

SA National Parks Week gives all South African citizens the opportunity to enter some of the parks managed by SANParks for free!

The Kruger National Park is set to get an additional entry gate, with accompanying activity hub, next year.

Ten lions who had escaped from the Kruger National Park were darted, loaded and safely transported back on Sunday.

SANParks has announced it is building a Dinosaur Centre legacy project at the Golden Gate Highlands National Park.

Preliminary investigations suggest that the 63 penguins died because of being stung by a swarm of Cape honey bees.

‘Away for Repair’ is an emotionally charged reality TV show set in seven of the most beautiful South African National Parks.

SA is getting a high-altitude national park in the mountains of the Eastern Cape close to the Lesotho border and the spectacular Naude’s Nek pass.

A baby elephant, still suckling from its dead mother, was shot by a KNP ranger, despite an offer of sanctuary because of its policy.

SANParks is going cash-free in order to cut down on queueing time and increase the time for visitors to enjoy the parks.

We have great news. The West Coast flower season will officially open in the second week of August 2021. Here is what you need to know!

Teams have been hard at work implementing rehabilitation plans to allow for the re-opening of certain areas in the park after the fire.

A woman suffered a fatal fall on a trail leading to the suspension bridge in Tsitsikamma National Park last week on Wednesday.

SANParks announced on Monday evening the changes to hospitality and tourism services for visitors under adjusted level 4 lockdown.

A female tourist believed to be between the ages of 50 and 60 suffered a fatal fall on a trail in the Tsitsikamma National Park on Wednesday.

An independent fire investigator revealed that CCTV footage shows a suspicious vehicle driving slowly near the area where the Cape Town fire broke out on 18 April.

‘Penguin Town’ is not a live-action version of the penguins of ‘Madagascar’, but rather a look at the real lives of African penguins living on Boulders Beach.

The absence of UK tourists is impacting the tourism sector hampering conservation efforts throughout Southern Africa.

A partnership between South Africa and France will see R20 million granted to biodiversity conservation in Table Mountain National Park.