Ntomeni Camp: Letaba Ranch Nature Reserve


This 42 000 ha provincial game park, which shares an unfenced boundary with the Kruger National Park about 10 km north of Phalaborwa, has a truly untamed character, with it’s predominantly mopane bush veld, transected in the north (for approximately 20 km) by the Groot Letaba River. Large herds of buffalo and elephant is what Letaba Ranch is best reknown for, while lion is often heard at night.

Ntomeni Camp, named after the magnificent jackal berry trees which grace this spot and which shade the lapa area in front of the kitchen, is situated on the bank of the Groot Letaba River.

Each of the sleeping tents has an excellent view on the river, which harbors a vibrant population of hippos which can be heard daily in the camp.

Due to the rudimentary nature of the vast road network and roads often found obstructed by trees being pushed over by elephants, self driving in Letaba Ranch is confined to a main road artery along the Groot Letaba River up to the KNP boundary and from the north to the south. A game drive with the AIR field guides will however ensure an intimate trouble free and rewarding experience.