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Mafunyane Eco Trail

Kruger National Park (north-west) · Limpopo 4x4 eco trail

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A guided, self-catering trail through the north-western Kruger between the Olifants and Luvuvhu rivers. It leaves Phalaborwa Gate on Thursday at noon and finishes at Punda Maria on Sunday morning, with overnight stops at Malopeni, Mafunyane and Shidzivane. The route includes steep inclines, stream and river crossings, and mud after rain. Groups are limited to five vehicles plus the guide, and it runs from 1 March to 30 November.

Along the way

  • Three wilderness overnight sites
  • Guide-led
  • River crossings
  • Speed limit 40 km/h

Before you drive it

  • Check with the operator for closures after rain. Conditions change faster than any website.
  • Tell someone your route and your expected time out.
  • Carry recovery gear you know how to use, and rated recovery points on the vehicle. See our recovery gear spec comparison.