Issued by South African National Parks
SANparks has announced the dates for their eagerly anticipated SA National Parks Week which offers free park access for South African citizens to encourage them to visit, explore and appreciate our exquisite national parks. The dates for Addo Elephant National Park: 9 – 13 September 2024. Unbelievable as it may seem, this is the 19th annual SA National Parks Week!
On 8 September 2024, South African National Parks will host a celebratory event at Marakele National Park to kickstart the National Parks Week which will be held from 9 to 13 September 2024 and extended to 14 and 15 September at selected national parks. During this period free access is granted to most of the 21 national parks under the management of South African National Parks.
Please take special note of the fact that free access to national parks at this time does not include free access to accommodation facilities and other tourist activities. National Parks Week has seen an influx of day visitors in all participating parks since its inception in 2006. SANParks also uses this time to cultivate a sense of pride in South Africa’s natural, cultural and historical heritage as protected and preserved by the national parks system.
SA National Parks Week has proved to be a successful campaign that provides education and awareness about South Africa’s inclusive approach to conservation. Whilst offering an opportunity to experience South Africa’s rich natural and cultural heritage, attention is also drawn to the sustainable development practices made possible through partnerships with key role players like communities living adjacent to national parks, businesses, scientists and tourists.
