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SANParks Week - coming soon

Author PictureAugust 15, 2012, 4:52 PMBy: Kate Collins |4 Comments | Tags: Free access, heritage, National Parks, SANParks Week 2012
Mapungubwe National Park

South African National Parks Week is approaching and we want to encourage as many people as possible to take advantage of this week that includes free access to national parks in South Africa.


The dates for SANParks week are from 10-14 September 2012. During this week all South African residents will be granted free entry provided they have their official identity documents at hand. Young persons under the age of 16 will be allowed free access without the requirement of proof of identity. The free access applies to entry for day visitors only and does not include activities.

Click here to view a selection of parks that offer free access during SANParks Week. The campaign includes all parks with the exception of Boulders Beach and Namaqua National Park. 

The Table Mountain National Park is extending SANParks Week until 15 September. The Tankwa Karoo and Bontebok National Park are extending the week to Sunday 16 September.


Mountain bike rides from the Olifants Camp in the Kruger National Park

The week aims to instil pride in South Africans of their natural, cultural and historical heritage. The week is in its 7th year and has proved to be a successful campaign in education and conservation awareness.

Remember that Wild Card members get to enjoy Wild Card parks and reserves for free throughout the year… (one of the many perks of being a member!)


Hiking in Table Mountain National Park

Click here to download a map of all 21 South African National Parks.

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Marisa says:It is wonderful to see people stll in love with And proud of the nature south africa has to offer. As someone who now resides in new zealand and Still loves africa with an intensity too great for words I love to see and read about these events and efforts to save and promote our beutifull country and nature Despite all the negative things also taking place. Its truly great, i will go through great efforts to visit Many of the parks and do the activities described. Thank you
Posted on: August 16, 2012, 11:14 AM
 
Lyn Lion-Cachet says:Does anyone know what the flowers in Northern Cape are looking like? Have they had rain? We are visiting Namaqua, and Richtersveld end August.
Posted on: August 16, 2012, 6:47 PM
 
The Wild team says:The flowers in Namaqua are looking fantastic and even better than previous years. It is definitely worth a visit to see the flowers. The West Coast National Park is covered in gorgeous blooms thanks to early rains this year. Here is a link to a flower update from Namaqua: http://www.sanparks.org/about/news/default.php?id=55242
Posted on: August 23, 2012, 10:05 AM
 
Candice Young says::) its such a fantastic way to get everyone to explore our parks!! counting days till the family goes to Cape Agulhas in meanwhile we will be exploring as many of the parks nearer to us as possible!
Posted on: September 4, 2012, 12:42 PM
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Kate Collins
Kate graduated with her honours in Journalism from the University of Cape Town in 2008 and has strong interests in Travel Writing, Environmental and Narrative Non-Fiction Journalism. When she's not out about fearlessly wandering wild paths she loves curling up with a great book.