Animals

As the floodwaters subside, life in Kruger National Park is slowly returning to normal. We bring you a summary of the latest updates from SANParks.

African wild dogs are one of Africa’s most efficient large predators, capturing roughly 80% of the prey they target. However, sometimes even their best-laid plans fail when their prey seize the initiative.

This high-flying lion climbed so high that it got stuck in the thin branches of a tree and couldn’t get down again!

A quiet night drive turns unexpectedly electric when lightning cracks the sky above two resting lions. Even Africa’s apex predators are reminded that nature can still catch them off guard.

When an assertive elephant leads its family to water, it sends a zebra herd trotting for safer ground. This sighting will remind you of the delicate dance between species for survival in the wild.

As mopping up continues across the flood-ravaged Kruger National Park, supporters will be pleased to note other developments regarding waste management.

When it comes to motherhood in the wild, few are as fierce and fearless as a rhino mom on guard! This family had to stand their ground when a massive male decided to pick a fight.

A curious warthog forced a cheetah to go almost completely invisible to avoid being caught!

What began as a quiet roadside moment erupted into pure chaos in seconds. When a leopard appeared from nowhere, the cheetah had no choice but to run for its life.

Earlier this year, the Kruger National Park suffered the most destructive floods in its hundred-year history. In this article, we examine the park’s history with high water.

A dramatic showdown on a muddy roadside reveals the fierce rivalry between Africa’s most iconic predators. Which species will win the prize?

Two snakes battle for their lives when a boomslang slithered out of a tree to attack a tiger snake!

A pride of lions thought they had a tasty buffalo meal in the bag, only for a second to charge in and throw them into disarray!

As Kruger recovers, there’s good news for those looking for something different. The wildly popular Kruger Untamed camps reopen on 1 May 2026.

These two leopards found each other again in a touching display of warmth and affection!

Danger loomed for this leopard family as two hungry hyenas closed in and trapped them in a tree!

This elephant couldn’t stomach a family of hippos resting by the side of the water, and it soon sorted them out!

The Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) is set to enter the competitive South African safari market. They recently announced the imminent opening of three luxury lodges in the Greater Kruger area.

This sneaky monkey got to enjoy a tasty treat after it stole a lollipop from a tourist in the Kruger National Park.

Three massive elephants take a break from the heat and give safari-goers a show to remember. Who would have thought a trunk could double as a snorkel?