Augrabies Falls National Park

Vital Information

Day Visitors

• Day visitors are welcome and there are facilities to cater for them.

Handy Hints

• Remember to bring a hat, walking shoes, sun block, camera, binoculars and wildlife reference books.
• Hikers on day and overnight trails must always carry sufficient water.
• Take cool or light clothing for summer and warm for winter – area prone to sudden weather changes.

Office Hours

• 07:00 to 19:00

Park Regulations

• To ensure a safe and joyful trip through our parks, kindly adhere to the Rules and Regulations as stipulated by South African National Parks.

Take Note

• Pets are not allowed in a National Park
• Firearms must be declared and sealed on arrival. Seals will be broken at Reception upon departure.
• Vehicle fuel is available in all parks (or is available on the park periphery) - South African legislation stipulates that fuel stations will accept legitimate petrol/fuel/garage/credit/debit cards or cash as a form of payment for any fuel purchase.
• Malaria prophylactics and mosquito repellents are a good precaution. Malaria has been historically recorded in the area but is not very prevalent. Please consult your chemist/doctor to alleviate any concerns.
• Vehicle repairs, medical services, post office and police: Kakamas (40km).
• Shoes must be worn on summer evenings to avoid scorpion stings.
• Bicycles, roller blades and skateboards are not allowed.
• You may enter the Park with motorcycles and are allowed to stay in the camping site.

Contact Information

• For reservations and availability, please e-mail Central Reservations or phone them on +27 (0)12 428 9111
• For any other enquiries, e-mail Augrabies Falls National Park or phone us on the following numbers:
• Tel: +27 (0) 54 452 9200
• Fax: +27 (0) 54 451 5003