Kruger National Park
S147 Road, Kruger National Park
The S147 is a 6.9 km gravel road in Kruger National Park about 49.4 km from Orpen Gate. It connects to H1-4 Satara-Olifants Road and S145 Talamati Road. Here's what lives along it, where to stop.
Where the S147 runs
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Habitat along the S147
Open grassland: Open plains with few trees. Grazers gather here and predators hunt across it.
Habitat mapped by opspoor. Data sources
Waterholes and stops on the S147
- 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…550 m off the road
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S147 questions
Where is the S147 in Kruger National Park?
The S147 is a 6.9 km gravel road in Kruger National Park about 49.4 km from Orpen Gate. It connects to H1-4 Satara-Olifants Road and S145 Talamati Road.
How long does it take to drive the S147?
About 10 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 S147?
The S147 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 S147?
Yes. Along the S147 you'll find Nyamarhi Spring Viewpoint.
Can I use opspoor on the S147 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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