Addo Elephant National Park
Location: Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), Eastern Cape
Originally established to protect a small population of elephants, this park has grown into a diverse conservation area with elephants, lions, marine life, and coastal ecosystems. It protects a wide range of habitats from bushveld to ocean.
More information: www.sanparks.org/parks/addo
Agulhas National Park
Location: L'Agulhas, Western Cape
Located at the southernmost tip of Africa, this park protects coastal plains, wetlands, and fynbos vegetation. It is famous for the geographic point where the Atlantic and Indian Oceans meet.
More information: www.sanparks.org/parks/agulhas
Augrabies Falls National Park
Location: Upington, Northern Cape
Known for its dramatic waterfall on the Orange River, this park features rugged desert landscapes and deep rocky gorges. The powerful waterfall and surrounding arid terrain create striking scenery.
More information: www.sanparks.org/parks/augrabies
Bontebok National Park
Location: Swellendam, Western Cape
A small but important park created to protect the endangered bontebok antelope. The landscape includes riverbanks, fynbos vegetation, and grasslands supporting many bird and plant species.
More information: www.sanparks.org/parks/bontebok
Camdeboo National Park
Location: Graaff-Reinet, Eastern Cape
Surrounding the historic town of Graaff-Reinet, this park protects Karoo landscapes including the famous Valley of Desolation with towering dolerite cliffs and expansive semi-desert plains.
More information: www.sanparks.org/parks/camdeboo
Garden Route National Park
Location: Knysna / Wilderness / Storms River, Western Cape
A coastal park that combines forests, lagoons, and marine reserves. It protects indigenous forests, dramatic coastline, and rivers that support a wide variety of wildlife and outdoor activities.
More information: www.sanparks.org/parks/garden_route
Golden Gate Highlands National Park
Location: Bethlehem, Free State
This mountainous park is known for its golden sandstone cliffs that glow in sunlight. It protects high-altitude grasslands and wildlife while preserving ancient rock art left by the San people.
More information: www.sanparks.org/parks/golden-gate-highlands
Karoo National Park
Location: Beaufort West, Western Cape
A large protected area showcasing the unique ecology of the Karoo. Visitors can see hardy desert wildlife and sweeping plains framed by the dramatic escarpment mountains.
More information: www.sanparks.org/parks/karoo
Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park
Location: Upington / Twee Rivieren, Northern Cape
Part of a cross-border conservation area with Botswana, this park features red Kalahari dunes, dry riverbeds, and iconic predators like black-maned lions. It is famous for its stark desert beauty and wildlife viewing.
More information: www.sanparks.org/parks/kgalagadi
Kruger National Park
Location: Mbombela / Phalaborwa, Mpumalanga & Limpopo
One of Africa's largest wildlife reserves, known for its vast savannas and exceptional diversity of animals including the Big Five. The park combines conservation areas with archaeological and historical sites, making it a major destination for safari tourism.
More information: www.sanparks.org/parks/kruger
Mapungubwe National Park
Location: Musina, Limpopo
A UNESCO World Heritage Site that protects both wildlife and the archaeological remains of an ancient African kingdom. The park sits where South Africa, Botswana, and Zimbabwe meet.
More information: www.sanparks.org/parks/mapungubwe
Marakele National Park
Location: Thabazimbi, Limpopo
Located in the Waterberg mountains, this park combines rugged cliffs with bushveld plains. It is an important sanctuary for birds of prey and large mammals.
More information: www.sanparks.org/parks/marakele
Mokala National Park
Location: Kimberley, Northern Cape
One of the newer national parks, created to protect endangered antelope species and large open plains. It offers quiet wildlife viewing away from busy tourist areas.
More information: www.sanparks.org/parks/mokala
Mountain Zebra National Park
Location: Cradock, Eastern Cape
Established to save the endangered Cape mountain zebra, this park now protects a growing population of wildlife in rugged mountain landscapes and grassy plains.
More information: www.sanparks.org/parks/mountain_zebra
Namaqua National Park
Location: Springbok, Northern Cape
Famous for its spectacular spring wildflower displays, this park protects semi-desert ecosystems rich in unique plant species. During bloom season the landscape transforms into colorful fields of flowers.
More information: www.sanparks.org/parks/namaqua
Richtersveld National Park
Location: Alexander Bay, Northern Cape
This remote desert park protects the rugged mountains and valleys of the Richtersveld, an area known for its unusual succulent plants and dramatic arid landscapes. It is jointly managed with local Nama communities and forms part of a cross-border conservation area with Namibia.
More information: www.sanparks.org/parks/richtersveld
Table Mountain National Park
Location: Cape Town, Western Cape
This park protects the mountains, coastline, and unique fynbos vegetation surrounding Cape Town. It includes iconic landmarks such as Table Mountain, Cape Point, and Boulders Beach.
More information: www.sanparks.org/parks/table_mountain
Tankwa Karoo National Park
Location: Calvinia / Ceres, Northern Cape & Western Cape
A remote park in the Tankwa Karoo desert that preserves arid landscapes and rare plant species. Its isolation makes it ideal for stargazing and experiencing untouched wilderness.
More information: www.sanparks.org/parks/tankwa
West Coast National Park
Location: Langebaan, Western Cape
Originally established to protect a small population of elephants, this park has grown into a diverse conservation area with elephants, lions, marine life, and coastal ecosystems. It protects a wide range of habitats from bushveld to ocean.
More information: www.sanparks.org/parks/addo
Questions after the interview:
At the end of an interview there is usually an opportunity where you can ask any questions you might have. This is a great opportunity to show the interviewer that you are interested in the position as well as the company. It is a good idea to prepare a few questions before the interview – this can be done while you are doing research on the company.
Your questions should show the interviewer that you are a good candidate for the position. Try and avoid questions that are based on your personal needs and preferences, for instance:
- How much leave will I get in a year?
- Will I be considered for promotion in my first year?
- When will I get an increase?
- What time can I leave in the afternoon?
These questions are inappropriate at this stage and will probably raise concerns on the side of the interviewer. Should you be the successful candidate then all these questions will be answered in your letter of appointment so don’t waste this opportunity by asking these basic questions.
If the position is an entry level job or very junior then you are welcome to ask questions in line with the position, for instance:
- Why did the previous person leave the position?
- What would the successful person be tasked to do in a typical day?
- How does this position fit into the department and / or company?
- Could you explain the company structure to me?
- Is there any further education assistance or support?
If the position is more senior then you can prepare question around the following themes:
- current issues that will face the successful candidate;
- inter-personal challenges in the department;
- any process, technology or people challenges that needs to be attended to urgently;
- key result areas that need urgent attention in the first few months;
The above information should get you started. Prepare a few questions so that you can show your worth. Good luck with your interview!
