SANParks: Kruger National Park heavy rains update

South Africa's Kruger National Park experienced (unusually) heavy rains since the beginning of March 2014, which caused extensive flooding in the south of the Park, with some roads closed, camps inaccessible and bridges submerged. South African National Parks frequently issues updates on the current situation in Kruger. We'll keep you posted!

update (19 March 2014): Kruger National Park is (almost) back to normal after the heavy rains and floods experienced over the last two weeks. All facilities that had been closed are now operational, except the S64 road from Punda Maria to Thulamela in the north of the park, the Wolhuter Trails camp and the Boesman Trails camp.

update (18 March 2014): South African National Parks (SANParks) has released an update on the heavy rains in the Kruger National Park as on 18 March 2014 at 10:30. Click here for more information!

update (17 March 2014): South African National Parks (SANParks) has released an update on the heavy rains in the Kruger National Park as on 17 March 2014 at 12:00.

Latest update:

• Balule, Bateleur, Shimuwini and Sirheni Camps have been reopened.
• The opening of the S29, S32, S33, S36, S122, S125, S34, S35, S128 and S84 roads in the Marula Region.
• Pafuri Picnic Spot is open.

update (14 March 2014): South African National Parks (SANParks) has released an update on the heavy rains in the Kruger National Park as on 14 March 2014 at 07:00.

Latest update:

• The closure of the S52, S56, S63 and S64 to Thulamela roads in the Nxanatseni Region.
• The Nxanatseni Region is currently experiencing heavy rain.

update (13 March 2014): South African National Parks (SANParks) has released an update on the heavy rains in the Kruger National Park as on 13 March 2014 at 14:00.

Latest update:

• The closure of the S52 and S56 roads in the Nxanatseni Region

 update (13 March 2014): South African National Parks (SANParks) has released an update on the heavy rains in the Kruger National Park as on 13 March 2014 at 08:00.

 Latest update:

• Pafuri Picnic Spot is closed.
• The weather predictions indicate mild rains for the coming few days, however, most rivers have subsided except the Olifants River which is still flowing a bit high  

update (12 March 2014): South African National Parks (SANParks) has released an update on the heavy rains in the Kruger National Park as on 12 March 2014.

Latest update

• The opening of some gravel roads. Please see the full list below.
• Crocodile Bridge Gate has been reopened.

As a safety precaution it has been decided to close the following facilities:

• Talamati Bush camp (closed until Monday, 17 March 2014)
• Biyamiti Bush Camp (closed until Monday, 17 March 2014)
• Wolhuter Trails Camp (closed until Monday, 24 March 2014)
• Boesman Trails Camp (closed until Monday, 24 March 2014)
• Olifants Trail Camp (closed until Monday, 24 March 2014)
• Nyalaland Fly Camp (closed until Monday, 24 March 2014)
• Balule Satellite Camp (closed until Monday, 17 March 2014)
• Sirheni Bush Camp (closed until Monday, 17 March 2014)
• Bateleur Bush Camp (closed until Monday, 17 March 2014)
• Shimuwini Bush Camp (closed until Monday, 17 March 2014)
• Berg-en-Dal fence temporarily erected.

Bird Hides:

• Sable Hide is closed.

Roads and Bridges:

• Gravel roads in the Marula Region still closed, with the exception of the roads listed below.
• H1-1 from Skukuza to Pretoriuskop open
• S60 between Punda Maria and Pafuri is open 
• H14 between Mopani and Phalaborwa open 
• H1-2 between Skukuza and Tshokwane is open (Sand River low level bridge between Skukuza and Tshokwane is closed).

The following gravel roads have been reopened:

• S7
• S10
• S42
• S8
• H2-2 (Afsaal - Pretoriuskop)
• S11
• S28
• S107
• S130
• S137
• S39
• S36 (from H7 - S145)
• S126
• S106
• S89
• S90
• S41
• S100
• S40
• S12
• S127
• S29
• S32
• S33
• S36
• S122
• S125
• S34
• S35
• S128
• S84

The following roads are closed in the Nxanatseni Region:

• S64 from Punda Maria to Thulamela

Gates/Ports of entry:

• Crocodile Bridge Gate is open.

Picnic Spots:

• Tshokwane Picnic Site is open.
• Pafuri Picnic Spot is open. 

update (11 March 2014): South African National Parks (SANParks) has released an update on the heavy rains in the Kruger National Park as on 11 March 2014 at 09:00.

Latest update (11 March 2014):

• S60 between Punda Maria and Pafuri is open. 
• more heavy rain is expected from Wednesday, 12 March 2014.

 Latest update (10 March 2014):

• Crocodile Bridge Gate is closed again due to the flooding of the bridge.

As a safety precaution it has been decided to close the following additional facilities:

• Talamati Bush camp
• Biyamiti Bush Camp
• Wolhuter Trails Camp
• Boesman Trails Camp
• Olifants Trails Camp
• Balule Bush Camp
• Sirheni Bush Camp
• Bateleur Bush Camp
• Shimuwini Bush Camp
• Ten (10) perimeter units at Berg-en-Dal are closed 

 Concessions closed:

• Shishangeni
• Imbali Lodge
• Tinga Lodge
• Jock of the Bushveld

Roads and Bridges:

• All gravel roads in the Marula Region still closed
• H1-1 from Skukuza to Pretoriuskop closed 
• S60 between Punda Maria and Pafuri closed 
• H14 between Mopani and Phalaborwa closed 
• H1-2 between Skukuza and Tshokwane is closed

Gates/Ports of entry:

• Crocodile Bridge Gate is closed again due to the flooding of the bridge.

Picnic Spots:

• Tshokwane Picnic Site reopened on 9 March 2014 
• H3 from Skukuza - Malelane is now open. The northern part of the park is accessible via H12, high water level bridge.

River Update:

• Limpopo river water levels dropped
• Letaba river water levels dropped 
• Levuvhu river water levels dropped

Damages Affecting Camps/Picnic Sites:

• Lower Sabie water pump - temporary water available. Guests to use water sparingly
• Pretoriuskop water pump - temporary water available. Guests to use water sparingly
• Nkuhlu water pump - temporary water available. Guests to use water sparingly
• Croc Bridge Camp Water Pump - temporary water available. Guests to use water sparingly
• Olifants Camp - temporary water available. Guests to use water sparingly
• Skukuza Camp - temporary water available. Guests to use water sparingly
• Talamati Camp - temporary water available. Guests to use water sparingly

Please Note:
All main camps are not affected the park is still accessible. For more information call the central reservation on 012 428 9111 or the Emergency number 013 735 4029.

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Kruger National Park Calendar - June

Weather:

• days usually warm, sometimes hot
• generally wind free
• cold evenings
• rarely rain falls

Temperatures:

• between 9°C - 26°C (Fahrenheit: e.g. 28°C = [(28x9)]/5 + 32 = 82.4°F)
• visit our webcam page for live footage from Kruger National Park!  

Landscape:

• most pans and vleis dry up
• bush thins out
• grasslands begin receding
• umbrella acacia pods twirl out

Animal Activity:

• large elephant populations in northern Kruger
• animals concentrate around reliable water sources
• predators very active around reliable water sources

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Kruger National Park Calendar - May

Weather:

• autumn
• warm to hot days
• warm to rather cold evenings
• occasional rain only

Temperatures:

• between 13°C - 28°C (Fahrenheit: e.g. 28°C = [(28x9)]/5 + 32 = 82.4°F)
• visit our webcam page for live footage from Kruger National Park!

Landscape:

• the bush starts drying out
• landscape changes from green to yellow, orange and brown
• the waterholes in the mopaneveld are drying out first
• the baobab trees are dropping their last pods

Animal Activity:

• Elephants begin migration into northern Kruger
• game seeking for warmer areas
• impala rut continues
• wild dog breeding season

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The Kruger National Park Calendar - April

Weather:

• seasonal shift towards autumn
• drop in daytime temperatures with cool evenings
  
• occasional late summer rains

Temperatures:

• between 13°C - 28°C (Fahrenheit: e.g. 28°C = [(28x9)]/5 + 32 = 82.4°F)
• visit our webcam page for live footage from Kruger National Park!

Landscape:

• Vegetation dense > thick tree canopies
• many trees are bearing seeds/fruits
  
• pods are out on mopaneveld

Animal Activity:

• Game dispersed throughout the park
• game spotting generally difficult
• Warthog, Impala & Wildebeest rutting season
• most migrant birds depart

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The Kruger National Park Calendar - March

Weather:

• end of summer...
• still hot and humid during the day, but nights begin to get colder
• last major rainfalls of the season

Temperatures:

• between 18°C - 33°C (Fahrenheit: e.g. 33°C = [(33x9)]/5 + 32 = 91.4°F)
• visit travelcomments.com/webcams_sa.htm and follow daily game drives via webcam to check the weather & how the landscape is changing during the year

Landscape:

• Water availability at its peak
• river levels high
  
• dense vegetation
• grasslands in full seed

Animal Activity:

• animal dispersal at its widest
• animals rather relaxed - least competition for resources
• water sources throughout the park are usually full
• buffalo & kudu breeding peak
• many migrant birds leaving

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Guest post: Okavango Delta Dreams…

By Michelle Lewis, Acacia Africa

The Okavango Delta is a breathtakingly beautiful wilderness where the safari never stops. Africa’s last remaining wetland, the ebb and flow of the seasons causes it to vary dramatically in size, the fan shaped delta ranging from 15,000 to around 22,000-sq/km on an annual basis. The labyrinth of lagoons expands as the yearly floods surge downwards from the Angola highlands, quenching the delta’s thirst for survival.
An oasis in what is a very arid country it’s almost paradoxical to find that this is the world’s largest inland delta, but it’s not the only reason to add this awe inspiring location to your list of "must sees" in Africa.

© Stephanie Millar

Elephant, buffalo, rhino, zebra, warthog, baboon, lechwe, and even the endangered wild dog reside here, but for the majority of the region’s estimated 200,000 large mammals this is not their year round hang out. They depart with the summer rains (November to March) in search of land to graze upon, and revisit the region as winter approaches once more. However, for birders the summer is undoubtedly one of the best times to visit, the numerous migrants filling the skies with a mass of colour.
For those who have opted for an overland itinerary, this is a great location in which to forgo the truck for a while and head into the real wilds of Africa, as travelling to any bush camp will be strictly native. Hop in a mokoro (a traditional dug out canoe) and you can traverse the reed filled haven with your own poler and guide, a two to three hour ride taking you into the heart of the delta itself.
A truly laid back way to safari, you may be lucky enough to spot the wildlife over the tall grasses, the elephant, and often the graceful zebra, a national representative of the Jewel of Africa coming into view.
Bush camping is primitive so it’s best to be prepared for long drop toilets, the absence of shower facilities and a couple of days of die hard endurance - but what you don’t have in creature comforts the surroundings and wildlife make up for in abundance.
You’ll normally start your safari in the early hours, your wake up call the piercing trill of the kettle over the campfire as the dawn light slowly breaking through the tall island palms. Chilly in the mornings you should pack a fleece to keep you warm, but come midday and the temperatures can soar in the high 40’s – all the more reason to get up an’ at ‘em first thing when it comes to viewing the delta’s wildlife. You’ll also need boots made for bush walking (a comfortable worn in pair is a necessity), and while there are no guarantees when it comes to the natural wonders of Africa, the absence of the usual 4X4 only adds to the excitement.

© Stephanie Millar

While it’s said to visible from space, you’ll also get a great birds eye view of the delta on a short plane ride. At this point movie making technology comes into its own, the wildlife spied from up above. And for this activity it’s wise to club together as greater numbers of people will lessen the cost per person. Either way, think carefully, as this is without a doubt a once in a lifetime experience that shouldn’t be missed.
You can also swim safely in the delta at various points, your adrenaline surged laps (these waters also shared by Botswana’s wildlife) followed by a late afternoon safari.  Sunsets over the delta are particularly impressive if only for the lack of light pollution, the sky above the mosaic of watery filled channels slowing turning from amber to darker shades of red. Done and dusted for the day, the cacophony of sounds once the campfire goes out is food for the soul, a whole orchestra of frogs serenading you across the floodwaters and lulling you into a peaceful slumber.

The Okavango Delta features in Acacia Africa’s 18th birthday "Free Seat" giveaway. For more information visit http://bit.ly/UcLhit

The Kruger National Park Calendar - February

Weather:

• much the same as January
• traditionally flood season
  
• heavy rains can cause rivers to suddenly burst their banks

Temperatures:

• between 18°C - 33°C (Fahrenheit: e.g. 33°C = [(33x9)]/5 + 32 = 91.4°F)
• visit our webcam page for live footage from Kruger National Park! 

Landscape:

• plants at their most nutrtious
• large vleis (shallow seasonal or intermittent lakes) on the basalt plain
• many aloes in flower

Animal Activity

• large herds of grazers spread across the Eastern Grasslands
• many nursery herds (protected by matriachs or alpha males)
• breading season for Waterbucks
• loads of bird activity around the flowering aloes

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The Kruger National Park Calendar - January

Weather:

• peak of rainy season
• frequent thunder storms
• hot days
• warm nights
• high humidity levels

Temperatures:

• between 18°C - 34°C (Fahrenheit: e.g. 34°C = [(34x9)]/5 + 32 = 93.2°F)
• visit our webcam page for live footage from Kruger National Park!

Landscape:

• many veld flowers in bloom
• colourful landscape
• marula tree in fruit

Animal Activity:

• animals spread over wider areas
• a lot predator activity in the south-eastern and central Kruger grasslands
• many nursery herds having youngsters
• a lot of elephant activity around marula trees

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The Kruger National Park Calendar - March

Weather:

• end of summer...
• still hot and humid during the day, but nights begin to get colder
• last major rainfalls of the season

Temperatures:

• between 18°C - 33°C (Fahrenheit: e.g. 33°C = [(33x9)]/5 + 32 = 91.4°F)
• visit travelcomments.com/webcams_sa.htm and follow daily game drives via webcam to check the weather & how the landscape is changing during the year

Landscape:

• Water availability at its peak
• river levels high
  
• dense vegetation
• grasslands in full seed

Animal Activity:

• animal dispersal at its widest
• animals rather relaxed - least competition for resources
• water sources throughout the park are usually full
• buffalo & kudu breeding peak
• many migrant birds leaving

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Delta and Falls Discoverer (DADF) - 9 days, Windhoek to Livingstone
Witnessing the immense Kalahari Desert and Victoria Falls, experiencing game walks, dug-out canoe rides, and wilderness camping, visiting rural villages, cruising the Chobe River at sunset.

Discount: 20% | Promo Code: AWNAMBOT20 | Book between: 15 November - 15 December 2011 | Travel by: 31 May 2012

Terms and Conditions: Travellers receive 20% off select Namibia/Botswana tours (valid only for tour codes DCF, DNCE, DCW, DAFD, DADF). Book by December 15, 2011 for travel until May 31, 2012. Valid for new bookings only. Can not be combined with any other offers, promotions or discounts, and subject to availability. Does not apply to airfare, hotels, transfers, My Own Room or other in-country services. G Adventures reserves the right to withdraw this offer from sale at any time.