Kruger National Park: Letaba Rest Camp once again humming with cicadas!

South African National Parks (SANParks) has informed the public that the Letaba Rest Camp in Kruger National Park is once again buzzing with cicadas and of their noise which can be amplified by multitudes of insects into an overpowering hum. Their sound varies widely, with some species more musical than others.
Cicadas are known to entirely disappear for many years, only to reappear in force at a regular interval. Their abundance can be triggered by the temperature, humidity and rainfall the area receives at certain periods. Although harmless, the insects are attracted to light. SANParks is therefor advising guests staying at Letaba Rest Camp to keep their unit doors closed in the evenings as well as keeping the veranda light off where possible.

Letaba Rest Camp is located in the northern part of the Kruger National Park between the Olifants Rest Camp and the Mopani Rest Camp. Situated along the lush banks of the Letaba River, the Rest Camp offers diverse landscapes, incredible wildlife viewing, and a range of accommodation options.

Kruger National Park: Letaba Rest Camp is buzzing with cicadas!

South African National Parks (SANParks) is informing visitors of Kruger National Park that the Letaba Rest Camp is currently buzzing with cicadas and of their noise which can be amplified by multitudes of insects into an overpowering hum. According to Kruger National Park spokesperson, Isaac Phaahla, the abundance at Letaba Rest Camp this year was compounded by the late rains which the camp received, followed by the warm weather so their breeding was higher than normal. Although harmless, the insects are attracted to light. SANParks advises guests to keep their unit doors closed in the evenings as well as keeping the veranda light off where possible.

The Letaba Rest Camp is situated on a sweeping bend of the Letaba River, midway between the southern and northern boundaries of Kruger National Park.