Viewpoint · Kruger National Park

Uitspan Waterhole Viewpoint, Kruger

Uitspan Waterhole Viewpoint is a viewpoint in Kruger National Park, 300 m off the S142 Shongololo Loop, about 62 km from Phalaborwa Gate.

About Uitspan Waterhole Viewpoint

Uitspan Waterhole Viewpoint overlooks Uitspan Pan in the Mopani region of northern Kruger, west of the N’wambu and Eendrag waterholes. Uitspan is a natural depression that fills with water during the wet season, creating a seasonal wetland that can attract wildlife and waterbirds. Its relatively remote position adds to the sense of wilderness along the quieter roads around Mopani.

Where to find Uitspan Waterhole Viewpoint

Uitspan Waterhole Viewpoint is a viewpoint in Kruger National Park, 300 m off the S142 Shongololo Loop, about 62 km from Phalaborwa Gate. See exactly where it is on the map, and navigate to it, in the opspoor app.

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Recent activity near Uitspan Waterhole Viewpoint

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Wildlife you can see at Uitspan Waterhole Viewpoint

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

Habitat around Uitspan Waterhole Viewpoint

Bushveld by S52 (north) 2 (mixed bushveld): Mixed woodland with a broken canopy and thicker bush between the trees.

Habitat mapped by opspoor. Data sources

Uitspan Waterhole Viewpoint questions

Where is Uitspan Waterhole Viewpoint?

Uitspan Waterhole Viewpoint is a viewpoint in Kruger National Park, 300 m off the S142 Shongololo Loop, about 62 km from Phalaborwa Gate.

Which road is Uitspan Waterhole Viewpoint on?

Uitspan Waterhole Viewpoint is about 300 m off the S142 Shongololo Loop.

What animals can you see at Uitspan Waterhole Viewpoint?

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

Can I use opspoor at Uitspan 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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