Marataba

Style

Canvas masterpiece

Setting

Boho Limpopo

Marataba is set at the foot of the Waterberg mountains and seamlessly blends contemporary design with natural materials in an area that abounds with wildlife. The romantic open-plan and luxurious suites allow the sights, sounds and smells of the magnificent Marakele National Park to flood in. Each suite has its own viewing deck from which you can survey the plains and the meandering river below.

Facilities

Rooms

Twelve suites.

Checkout

11am

More Details

Rates include all meals, maxibar, soft drinks, select house wines, spirits and beers, two game drives per day and some safari activities. Rates exclude park and landing fees, an impact levy and conservation contribution.

Laundry

Room Service

At the Hotel

Rooms have air-con, under-floor heating, roll-top baths, outdoor showers and private decks. The main lodge has a library.

Our Favourite Rooms

The suites nearest the river are best for wildlife.

Poolside

The pool is surrounded by sunloungers and lush gardens.

Spa

Indulge in a variety of treatments in the privacy of your suite, all using Kalahari products.

Packing Tips

Malaria pills are unnecessary, but insect repellent is still a good idea. A zoom lens is essential for the best wildlife photos.

Also

Limpopo's Marakele National Park is malaria free.

Children

Children over six are welcome.

Gallery

Food & Drink

Top Table

On the verandah or in the boma.

Dress Code

Savannah style.

Hotel Restaurant

Lunch is normally served on the verandah 12.30pm–2pm. Dinner is served at 7.30pm in the elegant dining room, on the verandah, or in the boma under the stars. The menu is dominated by African flavours.

Hotel Bar

The bar has a relaxed atmosphere. All drinks are included in the cost of the room.

Last Orders

The bar closes when the last guest leaves.

Room Service

A room service menu is available at all times.

Planes

Charter flights can be arranged from Johannesburg to the Marakele airstrip.

Automobiles

Cars can be hired at Johannesburg’s Tambo International Airport; the journey takes just over four hours on the R21, N1 and N4. Newly refurbished roads mean you won’t need a 4x4, but make sure you leave plenty of time to get to your lodge: there’s no driving in the park after 6pm.

Worth Getting Out of Bed For

The dramatic Marakele National Park encompasses plains, dense bushveld, mountains and rivers. There is a very good chance of seeing the Big Five: lion, leopard, Cape buffalo, black rhino and elephant. The park is also home to a multitude of other animal species including rare antelope such as roan, sable and mountain reedbuck. This malaria-free wilderness also has 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.

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This Mr & Mrs Smith hotel participates in the World of Hyatt loyalty program. As a member, you can earn and redeem points and enjoy exclusive benefits for qualifying nights. .