Marataba Safari Company

This luxurious game lodge reflects Africa’s ancient wisdom and culture, the glorious forms and colour presenting a vibrant haven at the epicentre of modern design. Enter a sanctuary of mystery in harmony with the energy of nature and the environment, built of indigenous stone, timber, sand and soil, enhanced by murmuring waters and vast vistas liberated by glass walls.

Inspired by the discovery of primeval ruins, Marataba embraces both the contemporary and the ancient in an exciting union of innovative architecture, design and technology, paying tribute to, and confirming, the concept of the African Renaissance. Lulled by the heartbeat of the bushveld, awed by towering mountains, enthralled by the abundance of wildlife, secure and sensually nurtured in the indulgent atmosphere, live your dreams of safari at Marataba, the place where the plains touch the mountains. Marataba is a member of Relais & Chateaux.

Within a dramatic landscape encompassing vast plains, dense bushveld, winding rivers, deep gorges and majestic mountains, Marataba is an exclusive 23,000 hectare private concession in the heart of Limpopo’s Marakele National Park, a ‘place of sanctuary’ for 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 park is prolific with more than 400 species having been recorded, a veritable birder’s Eden.

Saturated with the sights, sounds and smells of the African wilderness, indulge in the supreme luxury of our exotic tented suites, an intriguing mix of canvas, timber and stone, exquisitely furnished and decorated. En-suite stone bathrooms, with both shower and bath, as well as his and hers basins and dressing room are the epitome of bushveld opulence. The 15 suites each have their own private deck overlooking the sweeping plains and meandering river below. Other facilities include an outside shower, ceiling fan, air conditioning and in-house communication.

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Marakele National Park

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Directions
Marataba Safari Company’s exclusive concession lies in the magnificent Contract National Park to the east of the Marakele National Park in Western Limpopo. The park is situated at the foot of the Waterberg Mountains, approximately 3 hours drive north of Johannesburg in western Limpopo. Thabazimbi, Rustenburg and Lephalale are all within easy reach.

By Road: From Johannesburg International follow the R21 to Pretoria and then the N1 North toward Polokwane / Pietersburg. After approximately 20km take the N4 / Rustenburg off-ramp and travel for 40km before taking the off-ramp to Brits. At the stop sign turn right towards Brits and continue straight through Brits for 140 km to Thabazimbi. In Thabazimbi turn left at the second stop sign (at the Total filling station) towards Lephalale / Sentrum, take the R510 north for 32.2km, turning right at the Lephalale sign. After 11.3km turn right into Rooiberg Road passing the police station at 1.1km. At 8.2km turn left into the entryway for Marataba Safari Company.

Marataba is 310km from Johannesburg International Airport. Road Transfers are quoted on request. Numerous car rental options are available from Johannesburg International and other major centres.

By Air: Charter flights can be arranged between Marakele and all major centres including Plettenberg Bay and Gorah Elephant Camp, facilitating a Hunter Hotels package holiday with ease.