One of the Lowveld’s most popular tourist attractions along the Panorama Route, Bourke’s Luck Potholes, has been temporarily closed from Monday, January 12, following heavy rainfall.

The Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency’s (MTPA) spokesperson, Simphiwe Shungube, said in a statement that the closure is a precautionary measure to prioritise the safety of both visitors and employees.

The MTPA has appealed to tourists and the business community to exercise patience and understanding during this period, as the closure may cause an inconvenience.

Shungube advised members of the public to avoid accessing Bourke’s Luck Potholes until it has been declared safe.

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According to photographs provided by the agency, rainwater has submerged the potholes, while the Blyde River is flowing unusually strongly.

Shungube added that further communication will be issued once the situation has improved and the site is deemed safe for access.