Kruger National Park
S131 Road, Kruger National Park
The S131 is a 47.9 km gravel road in Kruger National Park about 850 m from Phalaborwa Gate. It connects to H9 Phalaborwa-Letaba Road, H14 Mopani-Phalaborwa Road, S47 Letaba River Road, S69 and S96 Shilawuri Loop. Here's what lives along it, where to stop.
The S131 is a gravel road near Phalaborwa Gate that leaves the H9, loops north and east across the H14, and returns to the H9 toward Letaba. Ngwenyeni and Shivhulani waterholes are along it.
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Habitat along the S131
Mixed bushveld: Mixed woodland with a broken canopy and thicker bush between the trees.
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Waterholes and stops on the S131
- Ngwenyeni ViewpointViewpointNgwenyeni Viewpoint overlooks the Ngwenyeni waterhole in the mopaneveld near Shikumbu. The waterhole is especially interesting for birding, with vultures regularly gathering to bathe during the…100 m off the road
- Shivhulani Waterhole ViewpointViewpointShivhulani Waterhole Viewpoint lies along the S131 between Phalaborwa Gate and Letaba, overlooking the Shivhulani waterhole in the northern mopaneveld. The waterhole is part of a productive chain of…100 m off the road
- Ngwenyeni Waterhole ViewpointViewpointNgwenyeni Waterhole Viewpoint overlooks a waterhole on the S131 in the central-northern section of Kruger, near the turn-off to the N'waswitsontso River road. The waterhole is particularly notable…150 m off the road
- N`wanetsi Waterhole ViewpointViewpointN'wanetsi Waterhole Viewpoint overlooks the N'wanetsi River and its large natural pool at the eastern end of the H6. The elevated position provides broad views across the riverine bushveld towards…250 m off the road
- Phalaborwa GateGatePhalaborwa Gate is a major entrance to Kruger National Park, providing access to the park’s central-northern region. Located near the town of Phalaborwa, it is a convenient gateway to Letaba and the…850 m off the road
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S131 questions
Where is the S131 in Kruger National Park?
The S131 is a 47.9 km gravel road in Kruger National Park about 850 m from Phalaborwa Gate. It connects to H9 Phalaborwa-Letaba Road, H14 Mopani-Phalaborwa Road, S47 Letaba River Road, S69 and S96 Shilawuri Loop.
How long does it take to drive the S131?
About 72 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 S131?
The S131 runs through mixed bushveld, which suits hooded vulture, kudu (greater), smiths bush squirrel, white headed vulture and aardvark.
Are there waterholes or hides on the S131?
Yes. Along the S131 you'll find Ngwenyeni Viewpoint, Shivhulani Waterhole Viewpoint, Ngwenyeni Waterhole Viewpoint and N`wanetsi Waterhole Viewpoint.
Can I use opspoor on the S131 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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