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Marataba Safari Lodge Aerial View

Overview

Set along the Matlabas River with the Waterberg Mountains in the distance, Marataba Safari Lodge has an idyllic setting in a private reserve within the Marakele National Park. With luxury tents that can comfortably accommodate a family, a Kid’s Adventure Club, sunset cruises on the river and a malaria-free ‘Big 5’ safari experience, it’s a popular choice with families. The limited number of lodges within the reserve adds to the exclusivity of the safari experience.

Rooms

The 15 luxurious tented suites are air-conditioned and built of canvas and stone, each with its own private deck and outside shower with sweeping views of the plains and the river. Four Family Tents have a second bedroom for children kitted out with bunk beds.

Facilities

The main lodge has a bar, lounges, dining room, boma and a library housed in a stone tower affording a birds-eye view of the surrounding scenery. There is also a spacious swimming pool and hammocks to relax in.

Activities include twice-daily game drives on open safari vehicles and bush walks in the 23,000 hectare reserve, as well as river safaris along the Matlabas River on the Miss Mara boat. The Mack & Madi Kids’ Adventure experience includes fun-filled activities in the eco garden, movie nights and game drives designed especially for families.

Pool

Firepit

Breathtaking landscapes

Family friendly

Sleepout Experience

Activities

Game drives

Nature walks

Boat cruises

Children's Club

Facilities may change. Some activities may be subject to an additional charge.

Our thoughts

Marataba Safari Lodge is particularly well thought out for families, with special family safaris for children under 6 that take place after the morning game drive.

Visit during April to September for an opportunity to participate in a rhino conservation experience.

For an unforgettable night under the stars, we suggest booking a night at the Thabametsi Treehouse. "

 

Marataba Safari Lodge
Marataba Safari Lodge Luixury Tent Interior

Marataba Safari Lodge Luxury Tent Interior

Marataba Safari Lodge Living Space

Marataba Safari Lodge Living Space

Marataba Safari Lodge Pool and Loungers

Marataba Safari Lodge Pool and Loungers

Marataba Safari Lodge Mack and Madi Archery

Marataba Safari Lodge Mack and Madi Club Archery

Marataba Safari Lodge Bush Dinner

Marataba Safari Lodge Bush Dinner

Marataba Safari Lodge with View

Marataba Safari Lodge Sleeping Out Under the Stars

Marataba Safari Lodge on the River

Marataba Safari Lodge Boat Cruise

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Marataba Safari Lodge

Marataba Safari Lodge nestles in a 23,000 hectare private reserve within Marakele National Park.

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"The best trip we have ever had and we have had some wonderful holidays. Africa is a very special place - we will definitely be returning to South Africa."

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"African Pride throughout have been professional and patient with the group's changing needs. I couldn’t recommend African Pride highly enough. It was a holiday that we all now hold as one of the best we have ever had!! Thank you."

Mr B

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"We had a FABULOUS time. Even my husband, who was not keen on going, enjoyed the trip! We saw the Big 5 as well as many other animals. The vulture feeding at the Victoria Falls Safari Lodge was well worth watching. It is part of a foundation to keep these birds from becoming endangered. It was a great trip and my family loved it. Thank you so very much for all your help in making the trip a reality for us!!!"

Mrs V

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