Letaba

Letaba is a geographic name associated with a region in Limpopo Province, South Africa, most prominently tied to the Letaba River and to facilities that bear its name within the Kruger National Park. The name appears in natural and protected landscapes that are part of the greater Olifants River basin.

The Letaba River is a perennial river in northeastern South Africa that rises in higher ground east of the Limpopo highveld and flows generally northwest through Limpopo province, joining the Olifants River system. The river and its surrounding valley support savanna ecosystems and provide important habitat for wildlife in and around protected areas, including the Kruger National Park. The river’s presence creates watering points that attract a variety of species and supports tourism activities in the region.

Letaba Rest Camp is a major camp within Kruger National Park, situated near the Letaba River. It serves as a hub for visitors, offering accommodation, dining, and basic facilities, and is noted for opportunities to observe elephants and other large wildlife along the riverine environment. The camp is accessible to park visitors exploring central Kruger and serves as a waypoint for scenic drives and wildlife viewing.

In summary, Letaba denotes both a river and a protected-area-associated locale in Limpopo, with the river being a key ecological and tourism feature and the rest camp representing an important tourist infrastructure within Kruger National Park.