South African National Parks (SANParks) will celebrate the 20th annual SA National Parks Week from 22 to 26 September 2025, with extensions until 27 and 28 September at selected parks. The campaign will be launched at Kruger National Park on 21 September.
The initiative allows South African citizens free day access to most of the 21 national parks managed by SANParks. The offer does not include accommodation or paid tourist activities.
Launched in 2006, National Parks Week has become one of SANParks’ most successful campaigns, attracting thousands of day visitors each year. The week is designed to highlight the importance of protecting the country’s natural, cultural and historical heritage while making the parks more accessible to all South Africans.
SANParks also uses the week to promote sustainable development practices through partnerships with surrounding communities, scientists, businesses and tourists.
Cape Region
- Agulhas National Park: 22 – 28 September
- Bontebok National Park: 22 – 28 September
- Table Mountain National Park: 22 – 25 September [Extension TBC] (excluding Boulders Penguin Colony and the Table Mountain Aerial Cableway)
- Tankwa Karoo National Park: 22 – 28 September
- West Coast National Park: 22 – 26 September (closing before the weekend due to Flower Season)
Frontier Region
- Addo Elephant National Park: 22 – 27 September
- Camdeboo National Park: 22 – 28 September
- Karoo National Park: 22 – 28 September
- Mountain Zebra National Park: 22 – 28 September
Garden Route Region
- Garden Route National Park: 22 – 28 September
Northern Region
- Golden Gate Highlands National Park: 22 – 28 September
- Mapungubwe National Park: 20 – 28 September
- Marakele National Park: 22 – 28 September
For full details on participating parks and dates, visit SANParks’ website.
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