Kruger National Park
S143 Tropic of Capricorn Loop, Kruger National Park
The S143 Tropic of Capricorn Loop is a 15.8 km gravel road in Kruger National Park about 60.3 km from Phalaborwa Gate. It connects to S50 Nshawu Vlei-Dipene Road and S144 Old Main Road. Here's what lives along it, where to stop.
The S143, the Tropic of Capricorn loop, is a gravel loop north of Mopani linking the S50 with the S144, passing Tihongonyeni waterhole and N'wambu Pan.
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Habitat along the S143 Tropic of Capricorn Loop
Open grassland: Open plains with few trees. Grazers gather here and predators hunt across it.
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Waterholes and stops on the S143 Tropic of Capricorn Loop
- Tihongonyeni Waterhole ViewpointViewpointTihongonyeni Waterhole Viewpoint overlooks an open, short-grass plain along the S143 east of Mopani. The waterhole is known for attracting grazers such as tsessebe, eland, zebra and wildebeest, with…On the road
- N`wambu Pan ViewpointViewpointN'wambu Pan Viewpoint overlooks the seasonal N'wambu Pan along the Old Main Road Loop (S143) near Mopani. When the pan holds water, it provides a temporary wetland that can attract wildlife and…150 m off the road
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S143 Tropic of Capricorn Loop questions
Where is the S143 Tropic of Capricorn Loop in Kruger National Park?
The S143 Tropic of Capricorn Loop is a 15.8 km gravel road in Kruger National Park about 60.3 km from Phalaborwa Gate. It connects to S50 Nshawu Vlei-Dipene Road and S144 Old Main Road.
How long does it take to drive the S143 Tropic of Capricorn Loop?
About 24 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 S143 Tropic of Capricorn Loop?
The S143 Tropic of Capricorn Loop 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 S143 Tropic of Capricorn Loop?
Yes. Along the S143 Tropic of Capricorn Loop you'll find Tihongonyeni Waterhole Viewpoint and N`wambu Pan Viewpoint.
Can I use opspoor on the S143 Tropic of Capricorn Loop 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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