Marataba Mountain Lodge

Award-winning eco-hospitality in South Africa's exceptional north

Marakele National Park, home to Marataba, is just a 3.5-hour drive from the pulsing metropolis of Johannesburg, making this a compelling quick getaway for city slickers.

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About Marataba Mountain Lodge

Set in the Waterfall (Waterval) Valley, dramatically ringed by the flat-topped Waterberg escarpment, Marataba Mountain Lodge is a luxurious, Scandinavian-sleek safari destination that sets the bar. There are just five elegant, modern suites, serviced by a small team of extremely capable staff and guides. With sweet savanna grasslands, sour veld, and riverine forests, the varied habitats sustain wildlife that ranges from all of the Big Five, to cheetah, bat-eared fox, hyena and giraffe, and the world’s largest colony of endangered Cape vultures: around 800 breeding pairs. It's wild, it's super-stylish, and it's well worth a visit.

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From $NaN person/night

Lodge

5 Rooms

Waterberg, South Africa

What you'll love

The location is EVERYTHING and each space, from your panoramic suite to the infinity rock pool, is designed to take it all in.

Insiders tip

The wildlife steals the show but don't miss out on a hike to natural rock pools for a dip and a picnic, or sailing the Miss Mara along the Matlabas River round boulder-like hippos.

Something to think about

Be prepared for a bit of a drive to reach activities as the lodge is set deep in the reserve - but with this scenery, we're not complaining.

The property

The main area is a sleek combo of wood and glass and stone and light, with a wall of windows opening directly on to a wide deck and the views beyond. The lighting is warm, and the furnishing comfortable and chic. The dining room's long table has a low-hanging chandelier; the lounge offers comfortable seating around a stone hearth. Built-in cushioned benches on the viewing deck surround a fire pit; and an infinity rock pool overlooks the vast unspoilt bush.

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The rooms

Walkways from the main area lead to five eco-suites, their outer walls subtly lined with reeds to blend with the surroundings. But the wall facing the view has no such cover. Here, floor-to-ceiling glass makes sure you miss none of the action. King-sized beds and wood-burning fireplaces are standard, as are rain showers and a covered private veranda. As always, everything is sensibly but smartly done with a light touch and the aim of keeping the bush at the fore.

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Activities

Cultural

Game Drives

The landscapes here lend themselves to a variety of activities, from walks and drives to boating excursions. Drives usually take place in the early morning and late afternoon, when wildlife is most active. Walks last a few hours and are led by experienced trail guides who will point out the tracks and signs and other often-overlooked aspects of the bush. Enjoy an en-suite spa treatment, followed by sundowners with incomparable views aboard the Miss Mara pontoon boat.

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Positive impact

Marataba Mountain 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.

Reviews

Guest

5 years ago

Great service, perfect setting, amazingly quiet and secluded, very competent guide

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5 out of 5 stars

About Waterberg

Marataba South Africa Safari 4 Bush Walk 6

Waterberg

Search for the Big Five and simply soak up the vast, peaceful and incredibly beautiful landscape.

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