Kruger National Park
H1-2 Skukuza-Tshokwane Road, Kruger National Park
The H1-2 Skukuza-Tshokwane Road is a 39.9 km tar road in Kruger National Park about 11.7 km from Paul Kruger Gate. It connects to H1-3 Satara-Tshokwane Road, H4-1 Skukuza-Lower Sabie Road, H10 Lower Sabie-Tshokwane Road, H12 and S6. Here's what lives along it, where to stop.
The H1-2 is the tar road from Skukuza north to Tshokwane picnic site, where it meets the H10 from Lower Sabie and the H1-3 to Satara. Leeu Pan, Mantimahle and the Elephant viewpoint are along it, and the S36 Nhlanguleni road and S83 Marula loop branch off it.
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Habitat along the H1-2 Skukuza-Tshokwane Road
Mixed bushveld: Mixed woodland with a broken canopy and thicker bush between the trees.
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Waterholes and stops on the H1-2 Skukuza-Tshokwane Road
- N'watindlopfu ViewpointViewpointN'watindlopfu Viewpoint overlooks a productive waterhole on the H1-2 between Skukuza and Tshokwane, where wildlife gathers around the available water. The area is especially well known for elephant…250 m off the road
- Leeu Pan ViewpointViewpointLeeu Pan Viewpoint overlooks the shallow pan and surrounding open country north-east of Skukuza. When water is present, the pan attracts waterbirds and other wildlife, while the open surroundings…400 m off the road
- Mantimahle ViewpointViewpointMantimahle Viewpoint overlooks the Mantimahle waterhole and dam along the H1-2 between Skukuza and Tshokwane. This is one of three well-known elephant waterholes on this stretch of road, with the…450 m off the road
- Elephant ViewpointViewpointElephant Viewpoint overlooks the open bushveld around Olifantdrinkgat, where wildlife moves through the drainage lines and surrounding woodland. The area is particularly suited to spotting elephants…600 m off the road
- H4-1 Sabie River Road ViewpointViewpointThis informal viewpoint along the H4-1 Sabie River Road offer opportunities to stop and look across the Sabie River and its surrounding riverine woodland. The combination of permanent water, dense…900 m off the road
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H1-2 Skukuza-Tshokwane Road questions
Where is the H1-2 Skukuza-Tshokwane Road in Kruger National Park?
The H1-2 Skukuza-Tshokwane Road is a 39.9 km tar road in Kruger National Park about 11.7 km from Paul Kruger Gate. It connects to H1-3 Satara-Tshokwane Road, H4-1 Skukuza-Lower Sabie Road, H10 Lower Sabie-Tshokwane Road, H12 and S6.
How long does it take to drive the H1-2 Skukuza-Tshokwane Road?
About 48 minutes without stopping at the 50 km/h limit. Allow much longer if you stop at the waterholes and for sightings.
What animals can you see on the H1-2 Skukuza-Tshokwane Road?
The H1-2 Skukuza-Tshokwane Road runs through mixed bushveld and open grassland, which suits hooded vulture, african striped weasel, cheetah, wildebeest (blue) and zebra (plains).
Are there waterholes or hides on the H1-2 Skukuza-Tshokwane Road?
Yes. Along the H1-2 Skukuza-Tshokwane Road you'll find N'watindlopfu Viewpoint, Leeu Pan Viewpoint, Mantimahle Viewpoint, Elephant Viewpoint and H4-1 Sabie River Road Viewpoint.
Can I use opspoor on the H1-2 Skukuza-Tshokwane Road 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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