Olifants River

Viewers of this camera look out over a broad, slow-moving stretch of the Olifants River in the bushveld country of northeastern South Africa. The water and its sandy banks dominate the view, with dry woodland and scrub on either side. The place is recognisable by the wide riverbed and the animals that gather along the water, from antelope and elephants to a wide range of birds.

Early morning and late afternoon are usually the liveliest times, when animals move to drink and the light falls low across the water. The dry winter months tend to bring more wildlife to the banks as water elsewhere becomes scarce, while the summer rains can swell the river and turn the surrounding bush green. Bird activity picks up around dawn.

The Olifants River is one of the major waterways of northeastern South Africa, running through bushveld terrain toward the Limpopo. The surrounding country is known for its wildlife and is part of a wider landscape of protected areas and reserves. Visitors to the region typically come for game viewing, birdwatching and time spent along the river.