SANParks Conservation Fees 2026
If you are planning a trip to a South African national park, the first thing to know is that SANParks conservation fees are charged per person, per day, and the rate depends on the park, the section you visit, and whether you are a South African resident, a SADC national, or an international visitor. The current official fee cycle runs from 1 November 2025 to 31 October 2026. SANParks also says rates are subject to change without advance notice.
For quick reference, Kruger National Park costs R134 for SA adults, R275 for SADC adults, and R602 for international adults per day. At Cape of Good Hope, the adult rate is R110 / R225 / R515, while Boulders is cheaper at R55 / R110 / R245.
SANParks Conservation Fees at a Glance
| Park / SectionSA Resident (Adult / Child)SADC (Adult / Child)International (Adult / Child) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Kruger National Park | R134 / R67 | R275 / R137 | R602 / R300 |
| Addo Elephant National Park | R110 / R54 | R225 / R112 | R492 / R246 |
| Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park | R129 / R64 | R263 / R132 | R576 / R288 |
| Cape of Good Hope | R110 / R55 | R225 / R115 | R515 / R250 |
| Boulders | R55 / R26 | R110 / R55 | R245 / R120 |
| Golden Gate Highlands National Park | R73 / R37 | R149 / R74 | R325 / R163 |
| Augrabies Falls National Park | R73 / R37 | R149 / R74 | R325 / R163 |
| Garden Route – Storms River Mouth | R82 / R41 | R167 / R83 | R367 / R183 |
| West Coast National Park (outside flower season) | R82 / R41 | R132 / R65 | R144 / R72 |
| West Coast National Park (flower season) | R121 / R61 | R192 / R95 | R306 / R153 |
These rates come from SANParks’ official 1 November 2025 to 31 October 2026 conservation fee schedule.
Full SANParks Conservation Fee Table
| Park / Section | SA Resident (Adult / Child) | SADC (Adult / Child) | International (Adult / Child) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Addo Elephant National Park | R110 / R54 | R225 / R112 | R492 / R246 |
| Agulhas National Park | R61 / R30 | R123 / R61 | R269 / R104 |
| Ai- | Ais / Richtersveld Transfrontier Park | R87 / R43 | |
| Augrabies Falls National Park | R73 / R37 | R149 / R74 | R325 / R163 |
| Bontebok National Park | R61 / R30 | R94 / R48 | R206 / R80 |
| Camdeboo National Park | R52 / R26 | R104 / R52 | R160 / R80 |
| Garden Route – Knysna Section | R51 / R26 | R105 / R52 | R231 / R115 |
| Garden Route – Nature’s Valley | R73 / R37 | R75 / R37 | R165 / R82 |
| Garden Route – Storms River Mouth | R82 / R41 | R167 / R83 | R367 / R183 |
| Garden Route – Wilderness Section | R61 / R30 | R124 / R62 | R235 / R118 |
| Golden Gate Highlands National Park | R73 / R37 | R149 / R74 | R325 / R163 |
| Karoo National Park | R73 / R37 | R149 / R74 | R325 / R163 |
| Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park | R129 / R64 | R263 / R132 | R576 / R288 |
| Kruger National Park | R134 / R67 | R275 / R137 | R602 / R300 |
| Mapungubwe National Park | R73 / R37 | R149 / R74 | R325 / R163 |
| Marakele National Park | R73 / R37 | R149 / R74 | R325 / R163 |
| Mokala National Park | R63 / R31 | R128 / R64 | R279 / R142 |
| Mountain Zebra National Park | R73 / R37 | R149 / R74 | R325 / R163 |
| Namaqua National Park | R62 / R32 | R130 / R62 | R130 / R62 |
| Table Mountain – Boulders | R55 / R26 | R110 / R55 | R245 / R120 |
| Table Mountain – Cape of Good Hope | R110 / R55 | R225 / R115 | R515 / R250 |
| Table Mountain – Newlands | R44 / R22 | R90 / R45 | R200 / R100 |
| Table Mountain – Oudekraal | R44 / R22 | R90 / R45 | R200 / R100 |
| Table Mountain – Silvermine | R44 / R22 | R90 / R45 | R200 / R100 |
| Table Mountain – Tokai Picnic & Braai Area | R44 / R22 | R90 / R45 | R200 / R100 |
| Tankwa-Karoo National Park | R61 / R30 | R123 / R61 | R269 / R121 |
| West Coast National Park – Flower Season | R121 / R61 | R192 / R95 | R306 / R153 |
| West Coast National Park – Outside Flower Season | R82 / R41 | R132 / R65 | R144 / R72 |
This full table is compiled from SANParks’ current official conservation fees schedule. Garden Route, Table Mountain and West Coast National Park have section-based pricing, so the fee can change depending on where you enter.
What Is a SANParks Conservation Fee?
A conservation fee is the daily entry fee you pay to enter a SANParks national park. It is separate from accommodation, activities, and other paid extras. On SANParks’ park pages, daily conservation fees are listed separately from accommodation and activity rates.
That means your total trip cost can include more than just the gate fee. For example, if you stay overnight in Kruger, Addo or Kgalagadi, you may pay for accommodation on top of the daily conservation fee.
Wild Card Prices
If you visit SANParks regularly, a Wild Card can be better value than paying daily conservation fees every time.
| Wild Card option | Price |
|---|---|
| All Parks Cluster — Individual | R930 |
| All Parks Cluster — Couple | R1,525 |
| All Parks Cluster — Family | R1,870 |
| SANParks Cluster — Individual | R895 |
| SANParks Cluster — Couple | R1,450 |
| SANParks Cluster — Family | R1,735 |
| CapeNature Cluster — Individual | R805 |
| CapeNature Cluster — Couple | R1,315 |
| CapeNature Cluster — Family | R1,575 |
| Msinsi Cluster — Individual | R770 |
| Msinsi Cluster — Couple | R1,195 |
| Msinsi Cluster — Family | R1,415 |
| International All Parks Cluster — Individual | R4,680 |
| International All Parks Cluster — Couple | R7,310 |
| International All Parks Cluster — Family | R8,745 |
These Wild Card prices are the official rates valid from 1 November 2025 to 31 October 2026. The SANParks Cluster covers all 21 SANParks national parks in South Africa, while the All Parks Cluster covers 80+ parks and reserves around Southern Africa.
Is the Wild Card Worth It?
For many repeat visitors, yes.
Using current prices, a South African resident visiting Kruger National Park breaks even on the SANParks Cluster Individual Wild Card after about 7 days in the park, because the card costs R895 and Kruger’s SA adult daily rate is R134. A couple breaks even after about 6 days, and a family of four with two children breaks even after about 5 days.
If you plan to visit more than one SANParks park in a year, the Wild Card usually becomes even better value.
Important Things to Know Before You Go
1) You need proof of ID for local or SADC rates
SANParks’ fee schedule distinguishes between South African citizens and residents, SADC nationals, and all other nationalities. The official schedule labels local rates as applying with ID and SADC rates as applying with passport. At Table Mountain National Park, SANParks says South Africans must claim the local rate on arrival and show valid proof of identification.
2) SANParks payments are cash-free
SANParks says its trade and tourism activities are cash free, and visitors are encouraged to pay online or by card. Accepted cards include Visa, Mastercard, Diners Club and American Express.
3) Some attractions inside SANParks areas are charged separately
SANParks notes that venues such as the Table Mountain Cableway and Kirstenbosch are independently operated and set their own fees. So paying a SANParks conservation fee does not automatically include those attractions.
4) Some parks have special section pricing
Not every SANParks park has one single flat rate. Garden Route National Park, Table Mountain National Park, and West Coast National Park have section-based or seasonal pricing, which is why the amount can vary within the same park.
5) Fees are updated annually
SANParks’ rates page groups conservation fees by annual periods, including 1 November 2025 to 31 October 2026 and the next cycle. For EntranceFee.co.za, this page should be refreshed every year on 1 November when new rates take effect.
SANParks Conservation Fees FAQ
How much is the Kruger National Park conservation fee?
For the current fee cycle, Kruger National Park charges R134 per adult and R67 per child for South African residents, R275 / R137 for SADC nationals, and R602 / R300 for international visitors.
Do Wild Card holders pay conservation fees?
No. SANParks’ official conservation fee schedule says Wild Card members do not pay conservation fees when they enter qualifying parks, provided they show the required proof of identity and membership.
Can international visitors buy the normal SANParks Wild Card?
Not usually. SANParks says internationals may only buy the International All Parks Cluster unless they have a valid South African residency or work permit.
Can SADC nationals ever pay the South African rate?
Sometimes. SANParks says nationals of SADC countries that are part of a transfrontier agreement can receive the same daily conservation fee as South African residents for certain park-specific charges, such as Zimbabwe or Mozambique visitors at Kruger, or Botswana visitors at Kgalagadi.
Are SANParks conservation fees the same at every park?
No. Kruger, Addo, Kgalagadi, Cape of Good Hope, Boulders and the Garden Route sections all have different rates. Some parks also use section-based pricing.
Check the latest official SANParks booking and gate details before you visit, then compare more park entrance fee pages on EntranceFee.co.za.