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Given responses by delegates, we have decided to provide ad hoc shuttle services free of charge using our LOC vehicles on Sunday 9 August. This will be between Skukuza Airport and the Skukuza Rest Camp only – any other arrival points should be serviced by their own shuttles. To assist in our planning, we ask that you please capture your itinerary information here, if you have not done so already.
Additionally, please be patient as we shuttle groups of passengers to Skukuza Lodge or the bungalows.
Flights from Johannesburg arrive at 11:05 and 14:05 and from Cape Town at 12:55 daily.
Since the LOC is returning to Potchefstroom on Saturday 15 August, delegates will need to book their own return shuttle (which may be shared to save costs) at the SANPARKS registration desk or at the Skukuza Lodge concierge.
Flights depart from Skukuza to Johannesburg at 13:35 and 14:35 and to Cape Town at 11:45.
While daytime temperatures in Kruger National Park are generally mild to warm during winter, early morning and evening temperatures can be surprisingly cold. Guided game drives typically depart before sunrise or return after sunset, and are conducted in open safari vehicles, where wind exposure can significantly increase the chill factor. During the winter months, early morning temperatures may drop to single digits (°C), particularly in June, July, and August.
Delegates are strongly advised to pack warm layers, including:
A warm jacket or fleece
A beanie or scarf
Gloves for early morning drives
These layers can easily be removed later in the day as temperatures rise.
To stay updated on hourly conditions during your stay, delegates are recommended to check local forecasts using reliable tools like Yr.no (the official Norwegian Meteorological Institute, known for pinpoint accuracy in Southern Africa) or AccuWeather Skukuza for real-time temperature updates and precipitation chances. For interactive radar and live satellite maps across Kruger National Park, Ventusky Skukuza provides excellent hourly visual coverage.
While daytime temperatures in Kruger National Park are generally mild to warm during winter, early morning and evening temperatures can be surprisingly cold. Guided game drives typically depart before sunrise or return after sunset, and are conducted in open safari vehicles, where wind exposure can significantly increase the chill factor. During the winter months, early morning temperatures may drop to single digits (°C), particularly in June, July, and August.
Delegates are strongly advised to pack warm layers, including:
A warm jacket or fleece
A beanie or scarf
Gloves for early morning drives
These layers can easily be removed later in the day as temperatures rise.
South Africa uses a 220–230 V / 50 Hz electricity supply. The standard wall socket is the three-pin South African plug (Type M).
Many hotels and conference venues, including facilities at Skukuza, provide multi-standard sockets that can accommodate European two-pin plugs. However, this cannot be guaranteed in all rooms or buildings.
Delegates are therefore advised to bring a universal travel adapter or a South Africa (Type M) plug adapter for their electronic devices. These can be obtained at OR Tambo Airport.
Welcome to South Africa! You’ll often hear locals call our country “Mzansi” (derived from the isiXhosa word uMzantsi, meaning “South”).
To help you blend in like a local between conference sessions, here is your essential guide to greeting people, understanding local time warp physics, and speaking the lingo.
How to Say Hello South Africa has 12 official languages, but you can get by anywhere with a warm smile and these classics:
“Howzit!” — The absolute universal South African greeting. It combines “How is it going?” and “Hello” into one easy word.
“Sawubona” (isiZulu/isiXhosa) — Means “I see you.” Reply with
“Yebo” (Yes / I see you too).
“Dumela” (Sotho/Tswana) — A respectful, warm greeting used widely across northern South Africa.
“Goeiemôre” (Afrikaans) — Good morning!
Mzansi by the Numbers: Fast & Fun Facts9 Provinces, 1 Giant Vibe: From the coastal waves of the Western Cape to the wild savanna of Mpumalanga, South Africa is split into 9 distinct provinces.
62+ Million Strong: We are home to roughly 62 million people – a melting pot of cultures, rhythms, and world-class hospitality.
12 Official Languages: Why settle for one or two? South Africa recognizes 12 official languages (including South African Sign Language) though you’ll find that English is the common tongue for business, conference sessions, and travel!
9 Biomes in 1 Country: Our landscapes shift fast – you can trek through lush subtropical forests, dramatic mountain ranges (like the Drakensberg), vast semidesert plains (the Karoo), and wildlife-packed bushveld all in a single trip.
The World’s Tiniest Floral Kingdom: We host the Cape Floral Kingdom – the smallest of the planet’s six floral kingdoms, but the only one contained entirely within a single country. It has more plant species per square kilometer than the Amazon rainforest!
Lekker (leh-ker) — Awesome, great, delicious, or good vibes. (e.g., “That coffee was lekker!”)
Braai (bry) — A South African barbecue, but elevated to a cultural sacred event over open wood flames.
Robot — A traffic light. (e.g., “Turn left at the next robot.”)
Bakkie (bak-ee) — A pickup truck/utility vehicle. You’ll see plenty of these in the safari parks!
Sharp (or “Sharp-sharp”) — Means “Goodbye,” “Sounds good,” “I’m fine,” or “Thank you”—usually accompanied by a thumbs-up.
Eish! (ay-sh) — An exclamation of surprise, empathy, annoyance, or awe. (e.g., “Eish, that safari drive was early!”)
Boet / Bru — Brother, mate, or pal.
Aweh! (ah-weh) — A multi-purpose slang word that means “Yes!”, “I agree!”, “Cool!”, or even “Hello!” Example: “Are we heading out for the evening game drive?” “Aweh, let’s go!”
South African Relativity: Decoding “Now” As physicists and astrophysicists, you understand relativity – but South African time is a force of its own:
| Word | What it literally means | What it actually means |
| “Now” | Right this second. | Immediately (maybe). |
| “Now-now” | Very soon. | In 5 to 15 minutes. |
| “Just now” | Sometime in the near future. | Anything from 30 minutes to later today… or never. |
The Thumbs-Up or Wave: When driving on rural roads or inside Kruger, a quick hand raise or thumbs-up to passing drivers is standard courtesy, especially when accompanied by a smile.
While daytime temperatures in Kruger National Park are generally mild to warm during winter, early morning and evening temperatures can be surprisingly cold. Guided game drives typically depart before sunrise or return after sunset, and are conducted in open safari vehicles, where wind exposure can significantly increase the chill factor. During the winter months, early morning temperatures may drop to single digits (°C), particularly in June, July, and August.
Delegates are strongly advised to pack warm layers, including:
A warm jacket or fleece
A beanie or scarf
Gloves for early morning drives
These layers can easily be removed later in the day as temperatures rise.
To stay updated on hourly conditions during your stay, delegates are recommended to check local forecasts using reliable tools like Yr.no (the official Norwegian Meteorological Institute, known for pinpoint accuracy in Southern Africa) or AccuWeather Skukuza for real-time temperature updates and precipitation chances. For interactive radar and live satellite maps across Kruger National Park, Ventusky Skukuza provides excellent hourly visual coverage.
While daytime temperatures in Kruger National Park are generally mild to warm during winter, early morning and evening temperatures can be surprisingly cold. Guided game drives typically depart before sunrise or return after sunset, and are conducted in open safari vehicles, where wind exposure can significantly increase the chill factor. During the winter months, early morning temperatures may drop to single digits (°C), particularly in June, July, and August.
Delegates are strongly advised to pack warm layers, including:
A warm jacket or fleece
A beanie or scarf
Gloves for early morning drives
These layers can easily be removed later in the day as temperatures rise.
South Africa uses a 220–230 V / 50 Hz electricity supply. The standard wall socket is the three-pin South African plug (Type M).
Many hotels and conference venues, including facilities at Skukuza, provide multi-standard sockets that can accommodate European two-pin plugs. However, this cannot be guaranteed in all rooms or buildings.
Delegates are therefore advised to bring a universal travel adapter or a South Africa (Type M) plug adapter for their electronic devices. These can be obtained at OR Tambo Airport.
Welcome to South Africa! You’ll often hear locals call our country “Mzansi” (derived from the isiXhosa word uMzantsi, meaning “South”).
To help you blend in like a local between conference sessions, here is your essential guide to greeting people, understanding local time warp physics, and speaking the lingo.
How to Say Hello South Africa has 12 official languages, but you can get by anywhere with a warm smile and these classics:
“Howzit!” — The absolute universal South African greeting. It combines “How is it going?” and “Hello” into one easy word.
“Sawubona” (isiZulu/isiXhosa) — Means “I see you.” Reply with
“Yebo” (Yes / I see you too).
“Dumela” (Sotho/Tswana) — A respectful, warm greeting used widely across northern South Africa.
“Goeiemôre” (Afrikaans) — Good morning!
Mzansi by the Numbers: Fast & Fun Facts9 Provinces, 1 Giant Vibe: From the coastal waves of the Western Cape to the wild savanna of Mpumalanga, South Africa is split into 9 distinct provinces.
62+ Million Strong: We are home to roughly 62 million people – a melting pot of cultures, rhythms, and world-class hospitality.
12 Official Languages: Why settle for one or two? South Africa recognizes 12 official languages (including South African Sign Language) though you’ll find that English is the common tongue for business, conference sessions, and travel!
9 Biomes in 1 Country: Our landscapes shift fast – you can trek through lush subtropical forests, dramatic mountain ranges (like the Drakensberg), vast semidesert plains (the Karoo), and wildlife-packed bushveld all in a single trip.
The World’s Tiniest Floral Kingdom: We host the Cape Floral Kingdom – the smallest of the planet’s six floral kingdoms, but the only one contained entirely within a single country. It has more plant species per square kilometer than the Amazon rainforest!
Lekker (leh-ker) — Awesome, great, delicious, or good vibes. (e.g., “That coffee was lekker!”)
Braai (bry) — A South African barbecue, but elevated to a cultural sacred event over open wood flames.
Robot — A traffic light. (e.g., “Turn left at the next robot.”)
Bakkie (bak-ee) — A pickup truck/utility vehicle. You’ll see plenty of these in the safari parks!
Sharp (or “Sharp-sharp”) — Means “Goodbye,” “Sounds good,” “I’m fine,” or “Thank you”—usually accompanied by a thumbs-up.
Eish! (ay-sh) — An exclamation of surprise, empathy, annoyance, or awe. (e.g., “Eish, that safari drive was early!”)
Boet / Bru — Brother, mate, or pal.
Aweh! (ah-weh) — A multi-purpose slang word that means “Yes!”, “I agree!”, “Cool!”, or even “Hello!” Example: “Are we heading out for the evening game drive?” “Aweh, let’s go!”
South African Relativity: Decoding “Now” As physicists and astrophysicists, you understand relativity – but South African time is a force of its own:
| Word | What it literally means | What it actually means |
| “Now” | Right this second. | Immediately (maybe). |
| “Now-now” | Very soon. | In 5 to 15 minutes. |
| “Just now” | Sometime in the near future. | Anything from 30 minutes to later today… or never. |
The Thumbs-Up or Wave: When driving on rural roads or inside Kruger, a quick hand raise or thumbs-up to passing drivers is standard courtesy, especially when accompanied by a smile.
When you are ready to leave OR Tambo for your accommodation, by Hotel Shuttle, Uber, Bolt or Rental Car onward domestic flight, proceed to one of the areas on te map below
marked in this colour.
Car Rental Offices
Ride-Hailing (Uber/Bolt) at OR Tambo International AirportPlease use only the Uber or Bolt driver assigned in your app.
Important:
If you have difficulty finding the pick-up area, please ask an airport information desk or airport staff for directions to the Ride-Hailing Pick-Up Zone.
If you are travelling to Skukuza or KMI by air, head over to the Domestic Terminal
(Terminal B).
When you are ready to leave Cape Town International Airport for your accommodation, by Hotel Shuttle, Uber, Bolt or Rental Car onward domestic flight, proceed to one of theareas on te map below
marked in this colour.
If you are catching a connecting flight to another airport in South Africa, head over to the Domestic Departure hall.
Given responses by delegates, we have decided to provide ad hoc shuttle services free of charge using our LOC vehicles on Sunday 9 August. This will be between Skukuza Airport and the Skukuza Rest Camp only – any other arrival points should be serviced by their own shuttles. To assist in our planning, we ask that you please capture your itinerary information here, if you have not done so already.
Additionally, please be patient as we shuttle groups of passengers to Skukuza Lodge or the bungalows.
Flights from Johannesburg arrive at 11:05 and 14:05 and from Cape Town at 12:55 daily.
Since the LOC is returning to Potchefstroom on Saturday 15 August, delegates will need to book their own return shuttle (which may be shared to save costs) at the SANPARKS registration desk or at the Skukuza Lodge concierge.
Flights depart from Skukuza to Johannesburg at 13:35 and 14:35 and to Cape Town at 11:45.
