Marataba Lodge offers a super-luxurious safari experience within an exclusive private concession in the Marakele National Park. This vast wilderness area spans a staggering 75,000 hectares of spectacular terrain at the far western range of the Waterberg Mountains in Limpopo Province—an easy four-hour drive from Johannesburg. A private airstrip offers a fly-in option. Renowned for superb game viewing, this malaria-free Big 5 reserve covers some of South Africa’s most dramatic landscapes, with soaring mountain ranges, wide stretches of savanna, dense indigenous forests and permanent waterways.
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Each of the fifteen vast tented double or twin suites is set on a raised wooden deck looking out onto the magnificent Waterberg Mountains, and designed for absolute comfort and integration into this sublime natural setting. Luxurious interiors feature smooth wooden floors, clever use of stonework, ethnically-inspired fabrics and subtle modern twists, with a host of welcome amenities including air conditioning and a mini bar. All have indoor and outdoor showers, a walk-in dressing room, and romantic stand-alone bathtub.
Exclusivity is the name of the game here and with only two lodges in the whole concession, the chances of bumping into another vehicle are slim.
Book a night at the fabulous Thabametsi Treehouse and sleep under the stars, listening to the huffs and puffs of the wildlife below you. A true one-on-one experience with wild Africa...
The views are outstanding and the wildlife will surprise you. This area is a very different game viewing experience to the Kruger but just as rewarding.
Marataba Safari Lodge is owned by the MORE family collection which are Committed to regenerative tourism. They prioritises sustainability to safeguard the environment and communities for future generations. Their ethos revolves around living and working sustainably, recognising that our actions impact all life on Earth. MORE believes in fostering harmony between humans, plants, and animals for the well-being of present and future generations. For MORE, sustainability is ensuring the continuity of life on our planet.
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Marataba Safari Lodge can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made South Africa trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended South Africa trips featuring Marataba Safari Lodge or get advice and suggestions from one of our South Africa specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.
Stays at Marataba Safari Lodge start from around $1.3K, or US$1.3K, per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.
Search for the Big Five and simply soak up the vast, peaceful and incredibly beautiful landscape.
