South African National Parks (SANParks) in partnership with TotalEnergies Marketing South Africa and First National Bank (FNB) welcomes Parks Week from 16 to 24 September 2023.

 

South Africans can enjoy free entry into national parks. 2023 will be the 18th year of National Parks Week which aims at showcasing the beauty of South African parks.

Get access to the following parks during Parks Week:

Addo Elephant National Park

@mari_in_munich We saw so many elephants it was amazing 😍🐘 #traveltiktok #tiktoksouthafrica #gardenroutesouthafrica #travellife #summer2022 #expatlife #travelrecs #africa ♬ Jungle – Emma Louise


Agulhas National Park

@an_._di #southafrica #winter #ocean #easterncape #struisbaai #capeagulhas #kapagulhas #southerntipofafrica #südlichsterpunkt #easterly ♬ The Sound of Silence – Disturbed

Augrabies Falls National Park

@campsbaygirl Have you been to the place of great noise? Augrabies national park is home to Augrabies falls and it’s really somewhere you need to visit especially when it is flooding! #tiktoksa #southafrica ♬ feel this moment – elfixsounds

Bontebok National Park

@mad_s93 I ❤ this place!!😍 #nationalparks #sanparks #nature #holiday #fyppppppppppppppppppppppp ♬ HAYII – Mzux Maen

Camdeboo National Park

@mel_baggins When your manifestations become a reality #camdeboonationalpark #valleyofdesolation #southafrica #graafreinettourism #exploreeasterncape #destinationbucketlist ♬ Forever – Labrinth


Garden Route National Park

@lifebyashasingh This is definitely a hidden in South Africa🥰 Here are some tips and facts about this incredible beautiful region in the Garden Route: 📍 Eastern Cape, South Africa ✈️ Just under 2 hours from Gqeberha (Which is also the closest airport) 🌊 The park covers 80km of coastline between Gqeberha and Jeffery’s Bay 🧗‍♀️The Tsitsikamma region has over 10 hiking trails all with stunning views for varying fitness levels from 1km to 42km 🏠 There are lots of options for accommodation and camping on site at the National Park 🚤 Water activities at the park include: River Tubing, Canoeing, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Scuba Diving & Boat Cruises (Highly recommend!) 💵 Entry to Tsitsikamma National Park and all other National Parks across the country will be free for SA National Parks Week – 16 – 24 September 2023 #southafrica #thingstodoinsouthafrica #placestovisitinsouthafrica #hiddengemsinsouthafrica #southafricancreator #localislekker #southafricantourism #visitsouthafrica #tsitsikamma #gardenroute ♬ Ojapiano – Kcee

Golden Gate Highlands National Park

@fiery_bynature Can’t get over the beauty of Golden Gate National Park 🫶🏼 can you tell which clips were at sunrise & which were at sunset? 🌞#goldengatenationalpark #sanparks #southafricatravel #roadtripsouthafrica #traveltips #clarens #freestate ♬ CUFF IT – Beyoncé

Karoo National Park

@elizna_botha #karoo #nationalpark #animals #africa #southafirca #bigfive #safari #cloudporn #summervibes ♬ The Lion King: Circle Of Life – Geek Music

 

Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park

@daniserraltaEn ruta por Sudáfrica con Ankawa Safari♬ original sound – Dani Serralta


 

Kruger National Park

@justwildshotsphotography #krugernationalpark #wildlifephotography #wildafrica #safari #animalantics #wildlifelovers #giraffes #giraffesoftiktok ♬ original sound – JustWildShotsPhotography

 

Mapungubwe National Park

@masondotours Masondo Tours memories at Mapungubwe National park October 2022 #masondotours ♬ The Lion King: Circle Of Life – Geek Music

 

Marakele National Park

@africa_and_i The prince of Marekele 🐆 #leopard #klipspringer #marakele #sanparks ♬ Creepy Violins – Apollo Nove


 

Mokala National Park

 

Mountain Zebra National Park

@travelfamily_dxb Have you been to the Mountain Zebra National Park in the Eastern Cape? This is worth a stop when travelling from Durban to Cape Town. We made such beautiful memories here, we hope you make some memories too, do share your experience with us if you travel here. We booked this directly with the @sanparks (they run some amazing specials sometimes) we had booked this at 40 percent off as they we’re running a online promo.Hope you guys are doing well? Enjoy your week ahead 🌸 #southafrica ♬ Good Time – Owl City & Carly Rae Jepsen

 

Namaqua National Park

@franclin_adventures Camping at Namaqua National Park’s, where the ocean meets wildflower season. It felt like stepping into a paradise tale. The vibrant blooms painted a breathtaking canvas against the serene ocean backdrop. With calm waters and a gentle breeze-free day it was a scene that takes you back to childhood wonder. It’s a feeling that transports you to believing in fairy tales once more. 🌼🌊 . . . #NamaquaParadise #WildflowerMagic #oceandreams #weskus #westcost #camping #camp #kamp #flower #southafrica ♬ Paradise – Bazzi


 

Table Mountain National Park

@expedia views from Table Mountain National Park 🌊 #tablemountaincapetown #tablemountainnationalpark #capetowntiktok #capetownsouthafrica #capetownlife #traveltiktok #tiktoktravel #expedia ♬ Morning with U – Tollan Kim


 

Tankwa Karoo National Park

@nickyboy131111 Much Needed Break Away to the Tankwa Karoo 😁 #wildlife #Capetown #southafrica #gamedrive ♬ original sound – Goldenfilmz🎞🌼


 

West Coast National Park

@love_capetown Your sign to visit West Coast National Park this flower season 🌼 #westcoast #westcoastflowers #capetown #capetowntiktok #thingstodoincapetown #capetownsouthafrica #placestogo #travel #kaapstad #lecap #kapstadt #ciudaddelcabo #kapstaden #africa #southafrica #südafrika ♬ Golden Hour: Piano Version – Andy Morris


 

|Ai-|Ais/Richtersveld Transfrontier Park

The free access to SANParks during Parks Week is park-specific. Click here for more information.

 

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