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Kruger National Park Distances and Directions Gate Hours and Entrance Gates

Travel Times and Tables Distances and Approximate Travel Times between Camps and Gates.
Gates to the Central & Northern Region of the Kruger National Park
Recommended gate: Phalaborwa Gate

Take the N1 toll-road to Polokwane (Pietersburg). Before reaching Polokwane turn right onto the R71 and head for Tzaneen. After Tzaneen head towards Phalaborwa and the gate.
Shimuwini Bush Camp is 50 km away from the gate. Allow about 2 hours for the drive to the bush camp.
Olifants Main Rest Camp is 83 km away from the gate. Allow about 3 hours for the drive to the camp.
Mopani Main Rest Camp is 74 km away from the gate. Allow about 3 hours for the drive to the camp.
Letaba Main Rest Camp is 51 km away from the gate. Allow about 2 hours for the drive to the camp.

Best to at least double these times for best game viewing chances. If time allows pull over at a waterhole and just sit and wait and see what appears. You will be pleasantly surprised!

Alternative Gates Punda Maria Gate
Take the N1 to Polokwane (Pietersburg). At Makhado (Louis Trichard) link up with the R524 and follow this route for ±140 km. That will take you to the gate. Allow between 5 to 6 hours for the trip to the gate.
Punda Maria Rest Camp is 10 km away from the gate. Allow about 20 minutes for the drive to the camp, however if you want to enjoy the game viewing possibilities give yourself more time!

Airports to the Central & Northern Region of the Kruger National Park. Both 1 Hour from Johannesburg.

Eastgate Airport (Hoedspruit): 74 km from Phalaborwa Gate, 68 km from Orpen Gate, 93 km from Hazyview, 147 km from Nelspruit

Kruger Park Gateway Airport Situated in Phalaborwa, 3 km from Phalaborwa Gate

East Gate Airport Situated in Hoedspruit, Kruger Park Gateway Airport Situated in Phalaborwa 3 km from Phalaborwa Gate

Note: All distances are approximate

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