Aerial footage taken over the Pafuri area in the far north of the Kruger National Park shows the scale of flooding caused by intense rainfall in recent days.
The video, filmed on 13 January 2026, captures swollen, muddy rivers bursting their banks and spreading across the surrounding bushveld.
Large tracts of land appear submerged, with water flowing through normally dry areas and around trees. Take a look…
Severe flooding hits Pafuri area of Kruger National Park
Pafuri lies near the confluence of the Limpopo and Luvuvhu rivers, an area known to flood during periods of sustained rain.
However, the footage highlights just how widespread the inundation has become, following heavy rainfall across parts of Mpumalanga and Limpopo.
The flooding comes amid a broader spell of extreme weather affecting the province, which has already led to temporary closures of tourist attractions and safety warnings from authorities.
While no injuries or animal losses have been reported in relation to the Pafuri flooding, such conditions can disrupt park operations, damage roads, and limit access to certain areas of the reserve.
Visitors to Kruger National Park are urged to stay updated on official advisories, follow park guidance, and avoid travelling through flood-affected routes until conditions stabilise.
