South Africa Parks
Explore 20 parks across South Africa. Browse detailed ratings, visitor information, and recommendations.
20Total Parks
63/100Avg Rating
20Rated Parks
National ParkMost Common (18)
Frequently Asked Questions
−How many national parks are in South Africa?−
South Africa has 20 protected areas in our database, including 18 National Parks, 1 Transfrontier Parks, 1 National Park and World Heritage Sites, and more.
What is the highest-rated park in South Africa?−
Kruger is the highest-rated park in South Africa with a score of 74/100, located in Mpumalanga, Limpopo.
Which parks in South Africa have the best scenery?−
The top-rated parks for beauty and scenery are Table Mountain (87/100), Kruger (85/100), Garden Route (78/100).
Which parks are best for wildlife viewing in South Africa?−
For wildlife viewing, the top-rated parks are Kruger (94/100), Addo Elephant (84/100), Marakele (69/100).
What are the most accessible parks in South Africa?−
The most accessible parks are Bontebok (86/100 accessibility rating), Garden Route (84/100 accessibility rating), Kruger (82/100 accessibility rating).
Top 10 Parks in South Africa
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Kruger
74/100Mpumalanga, Limpopo
Table Mountain
74/100Western Cape
Tsitsikamma
70/100Eastern Cape, Western Cape
Garden Route
69/100Western Cape, Eastern Cape
Mapungubwe
69/100Limpopo Province
Ai-Ais Richtersveld
66/100Northern Cape
Golden Gate Highlands
66/100Free State
Namaqua
64/100Northern Cape
Wilderness
64/100Western Cape
Augrabies Falls
62/100Northern Cape
Top Parks by Category
Top 10 Parks for Uniqueness in South Africa
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Table Mountain
93/100Western Cape
Kruger
85/100Mpumalanga, Limpopo
Mapungubwe
76/100Limpopo Province
Tsitsikamma
75/100Eastern Cape, Western Cape
Ai-Ais Richtersveld
73/100Northern Cape
Garden Route
72/100Western Cape, Eastern Cape
Namaqua
68/100Northern Cape
Golden Gate Highlands
63/100Free State
Addo Elephant
62/100Eastern Cape
Augrabies Falls
62/100Northern Cape
All Parks (20)
9 of 20 parks
74/100
Kruger
Mpumalanga, Limpopo
1 reviews
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74/100
Table Mountain
Western Cape
1 reviews
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70/100
Tsitsikamma
Eastern Cape, Western Cape
1 reviews
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69/100
Garden Route
Western Cape, Eastern Cape
1 reviews
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69/100
Mapungubwe
Limpopo Province
1 reviews
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66/100
Ai-Ais Richtersveld
Northern Cape
1 reviews
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66/100
Golden Gate Highlands
Free State
1 reviews
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64/100
Namaqua
Northern Cape
1 reviews
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64/100
Wilderness
Western Cape
1 reviews
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