Fire is one of those natural processes with a very important ecological function and if not caused by man-made influences, it is normally started by lightning, which most often is the cause of veld fires this time of the year. Fires rejuvenate the veld (vegetation) by promoting new growth, recycling nutrients back into the soil, assisting with the germination of seeds and reducing parasite loads and can therefore have a positive effect on the veld. In certain areas, it will even promote the migration of animals as they move to these areas affected by fires and graze on the fresh grass shoots that will grow after such fires.
Kruger National Park is managing fires in terms of an approved Park Management Plan. It is also managed in such a way as to keep all systems as natural as possible with little as possible human interference.
Fire breaks are maintained around park infrastructure to safeguard property and ensure the safety of guests and staff. Fires that are not endangering infrastructure or people are normally left to run their course while fires burning close to the park's boundary will be controlled where possible, so as to prevent the fires from exiting the park.
The size of the Kruger National Park allows for animals to move freely in the almost open park system and larger animals are able to avoid and move away from veld fires.
The current fires are monitored by Kruger staff and are at the moment not a threat to any of our visitors.
If guests notice any fires please report those fires to the nearest camp.
Visitors must obey the Rules of Kruger National Park AND Please Respect the Wildlife AND your fellow Tourist!
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• Visitors must remain in their vehicles unless in a designated area.
Remember that no part of the body may protrude from a window or sunroof or any other part of the vehicle. Vehicle doors should be closed at all times.
• Stick to the speed limit! All general rules of the road apply within the Kruger National Park. The speed limit is 50 km/h on tar roads and 40 km/h on gravel roads. Please note that not all roads are accessible to caravans.
• Look at the gate times in your green gate permit. You must be inside the camp or out of the gate before these times. No travelling before or after these times are allowed. Gate times must be strictly adhered to and late comers may be subject to a fine.
• You are not allowed to drive “off-road” or on roads with a “no entry” sign.
• The feeding or disturbing of animals is a serious offence. Remember, animals see litter as food!
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