Welcome to Marataba!
Main entrance to Marataba Safari Lodge
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Open-plan Lounge
Open-plan Lounge
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Dining area
Dining under the trees on the front lawn
Dining under the trees on the front lawn
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Quiet deck area overlooking the panoramic mountain vista
Quiet deck area overlooking the panoramic mountain vista
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Lodge views
Quiet reflection is easy with a view like this, and the space to enjoy it
View at Marataba
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Private dining at Marataba
Just one of many places to appreciate the view
Just one of many places to appreciate the view
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Library
A Boma Dinner under the stars
A Boma Dinner under the stars
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Gourmet food
High Tea
Guest pool area
Mack & Madi Kids's Adventure Safari Club
Mack & Madi Kids's Adventure Safari Club
Luxury tent aerial view
Exterior view of one of Marataba's Luxury Tented Suites
Exterior view of one of Marataba's Luxury Tented Suites
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Luxury tent private deck views overlooking mountains
Private Deck of a Luxury Tented Suite
Private Deck of a Luxury Tented Suite
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Luxury tent interiors
Luxury tent interiors
Open plan bathroom en-suite
Open plan bathroom en-suite
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Open plan bathroom en-suite
Outdoor shower
Luxury tent views
Private in-room spa treatment
Exterior view of family suite
Family tent with En-suite childrens bedroom
Childrens room with en-suite bathroom
Childrens Room
Childrens en-suite bathroom
Thabametsi Treehouse
Thabametsi Treehouse
Thabametsi Treehouse
Thabametsi Treehouse
Miss Mara
"Miss Mara" water safari along the Matlabas River
"Miss Mara" water safari along the Matlabas River
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Miss Mara - Water Safari
Afternoon sunsets on safari
On safari: Elephants are one of Marataba's signature species
On safari: Elephants are one of Marataba's signature species
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Bush Dinner
Morning coffee stop while on safari
Gin safari sundowner experience
Private airstrip
On Safari
On safari: Leopard
On safari: Leopard
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On Safari - Elephants
on Safari - Hippo
On Safari - Elephant
On Safari - Lion
Safari bush walk experience
Bush picnic
Bush Breakfast setup
Gin safari sundowner experience
Mack and Madi - Children's Programme
Bumble safari for children
Mack and Madi - Children's Programme
Bumble safari for children
Mack and Madi - Children's Programme
Baking activities
Mack and Madi - Children's Programme
Spoor casting
Miss Mara water safari
When we discovered Marataba, we instantly knew we had found something very special. A 21 000ha piece of unspoilt Africa within Marakele National Park (Setswana for 'place of sanctuary'), it is unlike anything we have ever seen. With spectacular landscapes and iconic wildlife, this place holds its own among South Africa’s greatest reserves.
Within this vast wilderness, Marataba Safari Lodge is one of just two luxury lodges offering small group, exclusive safaris. For a one-on-one, private African safari, you truly don’t get better than this.
Each of the 11 canvas-and-stone Tented Suites is tastefully furnished and decorated with a contemporary twist. Whether sharing it with lover, friend or family (or keeping it all to yourself), the interior is ample, and the attention to detail impeccable.
Each Tented Suite is approximately 45m2 and has a private deck, a double bed (convertible to twins), air conditioning, open-plan bathroom en-suite, outdoor shower, in-room safe, mini bar, direct-dial telephone, hairdryer and a range of deluxe amenities.
Each of the four luxury tents is ideal for a family safari stay and includes a second children’s bunk-bed room kitted out just for them and with its own en-suite (including a shower). This section is separated from the main bedroom, giving parents (and kids) their own space. These tents are not on stilts to ensure the safety of our young guests.
Each of the four luxury tents is ideal for a family safari stay and includes a second children’s bunk-bed room kitted out just for them and with its own en-suite (including a shower). This section is separated from the main bedroom, giving parents (and kids) their own space. These tents are not on stilts to ensure the safety of our young guests.
Nestled alongside the tranquil Matlabas River in Marataba, this exclusive-use Residence offers sweeping vistas of the landscape and its majestic mountains. This is a family nature retreat where you set your own safari agenda, spend leisurely afternoons observing wildlife along the riverbank, enjoy sundowners and memorable alfresco dinners. You have four separate Luxury Tents for ultimate privacy with a main area that includes a lounge, dining area, kitchen, an open bar, a welcoming fireplace, a boma facility, and a pool. Your residence butler takes care of the details, and your personal chef arranges gourmet meals, and everything in-between. With everything taken care of you can relax and enjoy all the wonders of a safari at Marataba.
