Viewpoint · Kruger National Park

Lamont Waterhole, Kruger

Lamont Waterhole is a viewpoint in Kruger National Park, on the S55 Lamont Loop, about 55 km from Punda Maria Gate.

About Lamont Waterhole

Lamont Waterhole lies beside the H1-7 just north of Shingwedzi, at the start of the Lamont area. The waterhole can attract elephants and other game, while the surrounding northern mopaneveld provides habitat for a variety of wildlife. It is a worthwhile stop before exploring the quieter Lamont Loop and Mphongolo River country.

Where to find Lamont Waterhole

Lamont Waterhole is a viewpoint in Kruger National Park, on the S55 Lamont Loop, about 55 km from Punda Maria 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 Lamont Waterhole

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

Habitat around Lamont Waterhole

Bushveld by H1-6 (north) (mixed bushveld): Mixed woodland with a broken canopy and thicker bush between the trees.

Habitat mapped by opspoor. Data sources

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Lamont Waterhole questions

Where is Lamont Waterhole?

Lamont Waterhole is a viewpoint in Kruger National Park, on the S55 Lamont Loop, about 55 km from Punda Maria Gate.

Which road is Lamont Waterhole on?

Lamont Waterhole is right on the S55 Lamont Loop.

What animals can you see at Lamont Waterhole?

Lamont Waterhole sits in mixed bushveld, which suits hooded vulture, kudu (greater), smiths bush squirrel, white headed vulture and aardvark.

Can I use opspoor at Lamont Waterhole 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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