Viewpoint · Kruger National Park

Bowkerskop Waterhole Viewpoint, Kruger

Bowkerskop Waterhole Viewpoint is a viewpoint in Kruger National Park, on the H1-6, about 55 km from Phalaborwa Gate.

About Bowkerskop Waterhole Viewpoint

Bowkerskop Waterhole Viewpoint overlooks the waterhole just north of Mopani Rest Camp, beneath the distinctive Bowker’s Kop. The waterhole can attract large herds of buffalo and elephants, while the surrounding northern bushveld is particularly interesting for the possibility of roan and tsessebe. Its close proximity to Mopani makes it an easy but often rewarding wildlife stop.

Where to find Bowkerskop Waterhole Viewpoint

Bowkerskop Waterhole Viewpoint is a viewpoint in Kruger National Park, on the H1-6, about 55 km from Phalaborwa Gate. See exactly where it is on the map, and navigate to it, in the opspoor app.

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Wildlife you can see at Bowkerskop Waterhole Viewpoint

Based on the habitat around it, not on today's sightings.

Habitat around Bowkerskop Waterhole Viewpoint

Grassland by S143 (open grassland): Open plains with few trees. Grazers gather here and predators hunt across it.

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Nearby waterholes, hides and camps

Bowkerskop Waterhole Viewpoint questions

Where is Bowkerskop Waterhole Viewpoint?

Bowkerskop Waterhole Viewpoint is a viewpoint in Kruger National Park, on the H1-6, about 55 km from Phalaborwa Gate.

Which road is Bowkerskop Waterhole Viewpoint on?

Bowkerskop Waterhole Viewpoint is right on the H1-6.

What animals can you see at Bowkerskop Waterhole Viewpoint?

Bowkerskop Waterhole Viewpoint sits in open grassland, which suits aardwolf, african pipit, african striped weasel, cape hare and cheetah.

Can I use opspoor at Bowkerskop Waterhole Viewpoint without signal?

Yes. Signal in Kruger National Park can be patchy, and opspoor works fully offline: you can see sightings you've already loaded and log your own, which sync when you're back in range.

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