Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park in Kgalagadi, Kgalagadi: Tickets, Hours and Family Guide
Animals and wildlife in Kgalagadi, Kgalagadi
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A vast transfrontier park in the Kalahari with red dunes, black-maned lions, and excellent self-drive game viewing, ideal for adventurous families.
What is Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park?
Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park straddles the South Africa–Botswana border in the Northern Cape, covering over 3.6 million hectares of Kalahari dunes and dry riverbeds. It is famous for its black-maned lions, cheetahs, and massive herds of springbok and gemsbok. The park is a self-drive destination, with a network of roads and waterholes. It is more remote and rugged than Kruger, but offers a genuine wilderness experience for adventurous families.
Kgalagadi is a transfrontier conservation area protecting Kalahari ecosystems and wildlife.
Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park ticket prices 2026
| Visitor type | Adult | Child (2-11) | Under 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenya / East African resident | ZAR 129 | ZAR 64 | Free |
| Non-resident | ZAR 576 | ZAR 288 | Free |
SA residents: Adults R129, Children (2-11) R64. International visitors: Adults R576, Children R288. Children under 2 free. Confirm current rates at the gate.
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- Go in the cooler months April to September. Carry water
Is it right for your child's age?
| Age group | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| 0-2 years | Okay | Game viewing is from the car, but the park is remote and hot. |
| 3-5 years | Good | The animals are exciting from the car. |
| 6-9 years | Great | A real wilderness adventure. |
| 10-12 years | Great | Rewarding for patient wildlife spotters. |
| 13+ years | Great | A full Kalahari experience. |
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Key details
- Address
- Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Northern Cape, Kgalagadi
- Opening hours
- Daily 6am to 6pm (seasonal gate times) Open now
- How long to plan
- Full day to several days
- Suitable ages
- All ages
- Setting
- Outdoor
- Booking
- Self-drive or book guided drives
- Payment accepted
- Card
- Cash (SA Rand)
- Phone
- +27 54 561 2000
What to expect when you visit
Pay the conservation fee at the gate. Self-drive the waterhole loops, or book a guided sunset drive at reception. The park is remote, so carry water and supplies. Allow at least a full day, or several days for a proper visit.
What if...?
The questions every parent asks before booking. Tap to expand.
Can we self-drive?
Yes, the park is a self-drive destination.
Will we see lions?
Kgalagadi is famous for black-maned lions, but sightings are never guaranteed.
Is it suitable for young children?
The long drives and remote setting suit older children better.
Family essentials
- Suitable age bands
- 0–2 years
- 3–5 years
- 6–9 years
- 10–12 years
- 13+ years
- Toddler suitability
- Okay for toddlers
- Minimum age
- No minimum age
- Facilities
- Toilets
- Baby changing
- Restaurant
- Parking
- Fuel station
- Access and parking
- Limited accessibility
- Free parking
- Safety notes
Stay in the vehicle except at designated viewpoints and carry plenty of water.
Tickets and costs
- Parking
- Free
- Free entry rules
- No
- Extra costs (activities, rentals, food)
Guided sunset drives, self-drive game viewing
Plan your visit
- Combine with
- Augrabies Falls
- Mokala National Park
- Wonderwerk Cave
- What to bring
- Binoculars
- Camera
- Sun hat
- Plenty of water
- Warm jacket for early mornings
Accessibility deep dive
Here is what to expect on the ground.
Limited; the terrain is rugged.
Available at Twee Rivieren.
Free on-site parking.
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Resident family of 4 estimate (SA residents): ~R386 (2 adults, 2 children)
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Frequently asked questions
- How much does it cost to visit Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park?
- Kenya and East African resident adults pay ZAR 129 and resident children (ages 2-11) pay ZAR 64. Non-resident adults pay ZAR 576 and non-resident children pay ZAR 288. Children under 2 enter free. SA residents: Adults R129, Children (2-11) R64. International visitors: Adults R576, Children R288. Children under 2 free. Confirm current rates at the gate.
- What are the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park opening hours?
- Daily 6am to 6pm (seasonal gate times).
- Is Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park suitable for toddlers and young children?
- Minimum age: No minimum age. Baby changing facilities are available. Stay in the vehicle except at designated viewpoints and carry plenty of water.
- How long do you need at Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park?
- Plan for Full day to several days.
- What payment methods does Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park accept?
- Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park accepts Card, Cash (SA Rand). It does not accept cash.
- Is Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park accessible, and is there parking?
- Access and parking: Limited accessibility, Free parking.
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