Marataba Safari Lodge - The Classic Safari Company

Tented suites with a contemporary twist

The Marataba private concession is in the heart of Limpopo’s Marakele National Park in South Africa. This area is characterised by a dramatic landscape encompassing vast plains, dense bushveld, winding rivers, deep gorges and majestic mountains.

Guests visiting Marakele have the unique opportunity to view Africa’s Big Five and a multitude of other animal species including rare antelope such as roan, sable and mountain reedbuck.

This malaria-free wilderness is also home to the world’s largest breeding colony of the endangered Cape Vulture. Birdlife within the Marakele park is prolific with more than 400 species having been recorded, a veritable birder’s Eden.

The luxurious Marataba Game Lodge features exclusive tented suites all of which are saturated with the sights, sounds and smells of the African wilderness. These tented guest rooms are an intriguing mix of canvas and stone, exquisitely furnished and decorated. En suite stone bathrooms provide shower and bath as well as his and hers basins and a dressing room are the epitome of bushveld opulence. The 12-tented suites at the Marataba Lodge each have their own private deck overlooking the sweeping plains and meandering river below. Other room facilities at Marataba include an outside shower, ceiling fan and in-house communication.

Activities are varied with morning and afternoon game activities, drives, walks and educational visits to the Endangered Species Breeding projects. There are also rock pools which one can enjoy a swim in. The lodge is child friendly and is an excellent place for a family to visit because of the many things one can do which are suitable to all ages.

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Dramatic Waterberg landscape
Malaria free
Luxurious lodge
Excellent game & variety
Varied activities
Where the mountains give way to the Kalahari sands

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Luxurious tented suite at Marataba Game Lodge overlooking the scenic Waterberg mountains and lush wilderness at sunset.

Luxurious tented suite at Marataba Game Lodge featuring elegant decor, a king-sized bed, and natural light, set in a malaria-free wilderness.

Four individuals walking through tall grass in the dramatic Waterberg landscape, showcasing the malaria-free wilderness surrounding Marataba Game Lodge, ideal for viewing Africa's Big Five and diverse wildlife.

Rhino grazing in the foreground with guests walking in the scenic Marakele wilderness, featuring the dramatic Waterberg mountains in the background.

Luxurious picnic setup in Marataba Game Lodge, featuring a wooden table with fine dining glassware and gourmet food, surrounded by the scenic Waterberg mountains and lush grassland.

Luxurious tented suite at Marataba Game Lodge surrounded by lush greenery and dramatic Waterberg landscape at sunset.

Guest relaxing by a campfire at Marataba Game Lodge, with dramatic Waterberg mountains in the background, showcasing the serene African wilderness.

Luxurious lounge area at Marataba Game Lodge featuring warm brick walls, comfortable seating, a fireplace, and African-inspired decor, highlighting the elegance of a malaria-free wilderness experience.

Luxurious tented suites at Marataba Game Lodge amidst the dramatic Waterberg landscape, featuring lush greenery and distant mountains, highlighting a malaria-free wilderness ideal for wildlife viewing and birdwatching.

Safari vehicle observing two rhinoceroses in the scenic Marakele National Park, showcasing the dramatic Waterberg landscape and abundant wildlife.

Luxurious entrance of Marataba Game Lodge featuring a wooden walkway, stone walls, and ambient lighting, set against the dramatic Waterberg landscape, inviting guests to experience the malaria-free wilderness.

Elephant drinking from a waterhole in Marakele National Park, with dramatic Waterberg mountains in the background, under a cloudy sky.

Outdoor dining setup at Marataba Game Lodge, featuring elegantly arranged tables under trees, soft lighting, and a scenic backdrop of the Waterberg mountains, highlighting the luxurious experience in a malaria-free wilderness.

Dramatic Waterberg landscape reflecting in tranquil waters, showcasing lush vegetation and distant mountains, highlighting the natural beauty of Marataba Game Lodge's malaria-free wilderness.

Luxurious tented suite at Marataba Game Lodge overlooking lush greenery and dramatic Waterberg mountains, featuring comfortable bean bags and a serene river view.

Kudu antelope standing in a savannah landscape, surrounded by birds in flight, highlighting the diverse wildlife of Marakele National Park.

Scenic view of Marataba Game Lodge with guests on a boat exploring the tranquil waters and lush greenery, surrounded by the dramatic Waterberg landscape.

Luxurious tented suite balcony at Marataba Game Lodge overlooking the dramatic Waterberg landscape, showcasing lush greenery and distant mountains.

Luxurious outdoor lounge area at Marataba Game Lodge featuring comfortable seating, lanterns, and a scenic view of the Waterberg landscape.

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