KNP's new security system requires visitor identification

From 1 September 2017, all South African and non-South African visitors (over the age of 18) at the Kruger National Park will have to provide positive identity documentation before entering at the southern part of the park. The Kruger National Park has been implementing additional gate access control systems, which will require visitors to present an ID document, passport, or South African drivers licence for scanning before they are allowed entry.

The new security system will also allow for the monitoring of visitors' movement and will ensure that information related to any persons entering the park is centrally recorded and monitored.

Visitors will still be required to go through their normal check-in or check-out at the gate receptions before proceeding to the security scanning process. Training for the security personnel on the upgraded system is underway in order to minimise the possible delays as soon as the new operation kicks-in.