Kruger National Park
S30 Salitjie Road, Kruger National Park
The S30 Salitjie Road is a 18.1 km gravel road in Kruger National Park about 11.6 km from Paul Kruger Gate. It connects to H12, S30 / S70 and S128 Old Tshokwane Road. Here's what lives along it, where to stop.
The S30, the Salitje road, is a gravel road along the north bank of the Sabie River, running east from the H12 at Skukuza to the S128 old Tshokwane road. It is a good early-morning drive with river views and the Salitje lookout, and it is known for spotted hyenas.
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Habitat along the S30 Salitjie Road
Mixed bushveld: Mixed woodland with a broken canopy and thicker bush between the trees.
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Waterholes and stops on the S30 Salitjie Road
- Mathekenyane ViewpointViewpointMathekenyane Viewpoint sits atop a prominent granite inselberg just off the H1-1 south of Skukuza. From the rocky summit, you get an exceptional 360-degree panorama across southern Kruger, with the…On the road
- Seasonal Water ViewpointViewpointSeasonal Water Viewpoint overlooks a seasonal watercourse in the southern Kruger landscape east of Nkuhlu. The shallow pools and flowing water that develop after good rains provide an important…50 m off the road
- H4-1 Sabie River Road ViewpointViewpointThis informal viewpoint along the H4-1 Sabie River Road offer opportunities to stop and look across the Sabie River and its surrounding riverine woodland. The combination of permanent water, dense…450 m off the road
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S30 Salitjie Road questions
Where is the S30 Salitjie Road in Kruger National Park?
The S30 Salitjie Road is a 18.1 km gravel road in Kruger National Park about 11.6 km from Paul Kruger Gate. It connects to H12, S30 / S70 and S128 Old Tshokwane Road.
How long does it take to drive the S30 Salitjie Road?
About 27 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 S30 Salitjie Road?
The S30 Salitjie Road runs through mixed bushveld and open grassland, which suits hooded vulture, african striped weasel, cheetah, wildebeest (blue) and zebra (plains).
Are there waterholes or hides on the S30 Salitjie Road?
Yes. Along the S30 Salitjie Road you'll find Mathekenyane Viewpoint, Seasonal Water Viewpoint and H4-1 Sabie River Road Viewpoint.
Can I use opspoor on the S30 Salitjie 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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