Kruger National Park

S128 Old Tshokwane Road, Kruger National Park

The S128 Old Tshokwane Road is a 32.2 km gravel road in Kruger National Park about 27.3 km from Crocodile Bridge Gate. It connects to H10 Lower Sabie-Tshokwane Road, S29 Mlondozi Road, S30 Salitjie Road and S129. Here's what lives along it, where to stop.

The S128, the old Tshokwane road, is a gravel road that runs north from the H10 near Lower Sabie to the H10 near Tshokwane, a quieter alternative to the tar. It passes Rietpan waterhole and the Phambana pans, and the S30 Salitje road along the Sabie River ends on it.

Where the S128 Old Tshokwane Road runs

H10 Lower Sabie-Tshokwane RoadS29 Mlondozi RoadS30 Salitjie RoadS129S128 Old Tshokwane Road
The S128 Old Tshokwane Road and the roads it joins. Waterholes, hides and viewpoints along it are on the map in the opspoor app. Road data © OpenStreetMap contributors

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Wildlife you can see on the S128 Old Tshokwane Road

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Habitat along the S128 Old Tshokwane Road

Open grassland
99%
Mixed bushveld
1%

Open grassland: Open plains with few trees. Grazers gather here and predators hunt across it.

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Waterholes and stops on the S128 Old Tshokwane Road

  • Rietpan Waterhole ViewpointViewpointRietpan Waterhole Viewpoint overlooks one of the waterholes along the Mlondozi vlei system between Lower Sabie and Tshokwane. The surrounding open plains and seasonal wetland can attract a variety…200 m off the road
  • Lower Sabie Bush CampBush CampLower Sabie Rest Camp is beautifully situated on the banks of the Sabie River, with views stretching toward the Lebombo Mountains. The camp is surrounded by rich riverine habitat and is located in…900 m off the road
  • Lower Sabie Rest Camp ViewpointViewpointLower Sabie Rest Camp Viewpoint looks out across the Sabie River from one of Kruger’s most scenic riverside camps. The elevated position gives broad views toward the river and Lebombo Mountains…950 m off the road
  • Sunset Dam ViewpointViewpointSunset Dam Viewpoint sits beside the H4-1 just outside Lower Sabie Rest Camp, overlooking one of Kruger’s most well-known small dams. The water attracts hippos, crocodiles, elephants and a wide…950 m off the road

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S128 Old Tshokwane Road questions

Where is the S128 Old Tshokwane Road in Kruger National Park?

The S128 Old Tshokwane Road is a 32.2 km gravel road in Kruger National Park about 27.3 km from Crocodile Bridge Gate. It connects to H10 Lower Sabie-Tshokwane Road, S29 Mlondozi Road, S30 Salitjie Road and S129.

How long does it take to drive the S128 Old Tshokwane Road?

About 48 minutes without stopping at the 40 km/h limit. Allow much longer if you stop at the waterholes and for sightings.

What animals can you see on the S128 Old Tshokwane Road?

The S128 Old Tshokwane 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 S128 Old Tshokwane Road?

Yes. Along the S128 Old Tshokwane Road you'll find Rietpan Waterhole Viewpoint, Lower Sabie Rest Camp Viewpoint and Sunset Dam Viewpoint.

Can I use opspoor on the S128 Old 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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