Atmospheric luxury in the heart of nature
Where lush bushveld transitions to Kalahari sand, in South Africa's Limpopo province, you'll find Marataba Luxury Lodges. Private Marataba covers an area of no less than 21,000 hectares and is part of the Marakele National Park. The lodges are set amid winding rivers, vast open grassy plains, hills and forests teeming with elephants, rhinoceroses, zebras, giraffes, wildebeest and many antelopes. This is also the land of the big cats and more than four hundred species of beautiful birds such as the endangered Cape vulture, impressive eagles, colored kingfishers...
Three lodges and a treehouse
Prepare for unforgettable safari experiences from one of three lodges and camps, each with its own character and charm: Marataba Safari Lodge, Marataba Mountain Lodge and the spacious family-run Marataba Residence. If you stay in one of these lodges, you can also spend the night in a fantastic treehouse with views of nature all around. Where the world can't find you...
Tips & tops Marataba Luxury Lodges:
- Marataba is malaria free, so ideal for families and families with children
- Marataba Safari Lodge is perfect for families with younger children, who can enjoy Mack & Madi Kids' Adventure Safari Club in addition to safari activities and hours in the pool. Professional babysitter is available, accommodation consists of spacious, luxury safari tents
- Marataba Mountain Lodge is for guests 16 and older, and features five deluxe rooms with panoramic views of the valley
- The exclusive Marataba Residence consists of four luxury safari tents and communal living areas, and is ideally suited for families and larger parties of up to eight people. Here you will have a pool and many outdoor spaces, you will enjoy the service of a residence butler and a chef. Children can visit Mack & Madi Kids' Adventure Safari Club
- Thabametsi Treehouse is ideal for a sleep out surrounded by nature
- Marakele National Park is home to the Big Five, rare animals such as black rhino, wild dog, brown hyena and also 400 different bird species, including a colony of the endangered Cape Vulture
- Just three hours from Johannesburg