Kruger National Park, South Africa | Commenced the Reconstruction of the H4 - 1 Road, a Key Safari Route in the Country

The world - renowned, Kruger National Park located in South Africa, covering an area of 19.623 km2 in the provinces of Limpopo and Moumalanga in the country’s northeast, one of Africa’s largest game reserves with a high density of wild animals includes the Big 5 (Lions, leopards, rhinos, elephants and buffalos) part of the Kruger to Canyons Biosphere Region,  an area designated as a biosphere reserve, South Africa’s first national park with its establishment in 1926, is experiencing the reconstruction of the H4 - 1 Road, a key Safari Route in the country.

Following severe flood damage earlier this year, the road closure has highlighted the broader vulnerability of natural heritage sites to extreme weather events, reinforcing the need for resilient tourism infrastructure. 

The 43 - kilometre tarred road officially entered its restoration phase, with works commenced on 18th August 2025, and completion targeted for April 2026. Until then, the authorities advise visitors to use designed bypasses and temporary detour routes.

The H4 - 1 road also known as Lower Sabie Road is a vital corridor for both tourism and park operations, a major safari route connecting Skukuza, a town in Mpumalanga located at the confluence of the N’waswitshaka and Sabie Rivers, the administrative headquarters of the Kruger National Park and also the largest rest camp of the park and Lower Sabie rest camps situated on the southern bank of the Sabie River,  in the southeastern section of the park.

The road is a scenic drive that follows the Sabie River and traverses two distinct eco - zones, offering excellent game viewing opportunities. It is particularly known for high leopard poplations and is home to various other other animals, including monkeys, hippos and several species of birds with kingfishers, storks and various hornbills often visible.Lower Sabie Camp itself offers stunning river views and access to bird hides, and also offers visitors picnic spots like Nkuhlu and Sunset Dam. 

SANParks’ swift mobilisation reflects a commitment to maintaining Kruger’s status as a premier safari destination, with the road’s repair expected to restore connectivity and boost visitor satisfaction across the park’s southern sector.

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