Kruger National Park
H1-4 Satara-Olifants Road, Kruger National Park
The H1-4 Satara-Olifants Road is a 41.5 km tar road in Kruger National Park about 40.0 km from Orpen Gate. It connects to H1-3 Satara-Tshokwane Road, H1-5, H7 Orpen-Satara Road, S39 Timbavati Road and S89 Ngotso Weir Road. Here's what lives along it, where to stop.
The H1-4 is the tar road from Satara north to the H1-5 and H8 junction near Olifants camp. Ngotso North and South waterholes, Nyamarhi waterhole and Ntomeni are along it, and Satara camp is at its southern end.
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Habitat along the H1-4 Satara-Olifants Road
Open grassland: Open plains with few trees. Grazers gather here and predators hunt across it.
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Waterholes and stops on the H1-4 Satara-Olifants Road
- Nyamarhi Spring ViewpointViewpointNyamarhi Spring Viewpoint lies beside the H1-4 north of Satara, where the spring feeds the Ngotso drainage system. The spring is known for retaining water through dry periods, while the surrounding…On the road
- Ngotso North Waterhole ViewpointViewpointNgotso North Waterhole Viewpoint overlooks the Ngotso North waterhole along the H1-4 between Satara and Olifants. The waterhole sits in open grassland north of the Ngotso system and can draw…On the road
- Ngotso South Waterhole ViewpointViewpointNgotso South Waterhole Viewpoint overlooks a waterhole in the open country between Satara and Olifants. The surrounding plains and woodland support a variety of game, while the waterhole provides an…On the road
- Nyamarhi Waterhole ViewpointViewpointNyamarhi Waterhole Viewpoint lies along the H1-4 north of Satara, overlooking the Nyamarhi waterhole in the open bushveld between Satara and Olifants. The waterhole and surrounding Ngotso drainage…On the road
- Ntomeni Waterhole ViewpointViewpointNtomeni Waterhole Viewpoint overlooks the Ntomeni waterhole along the H1-4 between Satara and Olifants. Set within the open mopane and mixed woodland of central Kruger, the waterhole provides a…On the road
- Satara Rest CampBush CampSatara Rest Camp lies in the heart of Kruger’s central grasslands and is famous for some of the park’s best wildlife viewing. The open savanna supports large herds of grazing animals and makes the…400 m off the road
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H1-4 Satara-Olifants Road questions
Where is the H1-4 Satara-Olifants Road in Kruger National Park?
The H1-4 Satara-Olifants Road is a 41.5 km tar road in Kruger National Park about 40.0 km from Orpen Gate. It connects to H1-3 Satara-Tshokwane Road, H1-5, H7 Orpen-Satara Road, S39 Timbavati Road and S89 Ngotso Weir Road.
How long does it take to drive the H1-4 Satara-Olifants Road?
About 50 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 H1-4 Satara-Olifants Road?
The H1-4 Satara-Olifants Road runs through open grassland and mixed bushveld, which suits african striped weasel, cheetah, wildebeest (blue), zebra (plains) and greater red musk shrew.
Are there waterholes or hides on the H1-4 Satara-Olifants Road?
Yes. Along the H1-4 Satara-Olifants Road you'll find Nyamarhi Spring Viewpoint, Ngotso North Waterhole Viewpoint, Ngotso South Waterhole Viewpoint, Nyamarhi Waterhole Viewpoint and Ntomeni Waterhole Viewpoint.
Can I use opspoor on the H1-4 Satara-Olifants 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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