Letaba Rest Camp, Kruger

The idyllic Letaba Rest Camp is situated on a sweeping bend of the Letaba River, midway between the southern and northern boundaries of the Kruger National Park. Letaba means “river of sand”, and the sandy riverbed is an excellent location for game viewing, particularly elephant, which thrive in the area. Letaba is a green oasis in the surrounding mopane veld, and remains a firm favourite with visitors. At night the stars overlook a symphony of sounds. Owls, nightjars, frogs, fruit bats, crickets and cicadas all vie to be heard, until the lion roars, then all are silent. There is a range of accommodation types on offer at Letaba, including guest houses, cottages, bungalows, huts, furnished safari tents, and camping and caravan sites. Letaba boasts a variety of activities in addition to the game-viewing for the Kruger Park is famous. Visit the Masorini Ruins and the Matambeni Bird Hide nearby. Educational programmes for kids, wildlife films, and the Letaba Elephant Hall provide informative fun. Guided bush walks and bush breakfasts and barbecues are a great way to experience the wilderness.

Why we like it

River attracts abundant game, variety of activities besides game viewing, perfect for families