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Marataba with views over Marakele National Park

Marataba Safari Lodge, Safari Lodges, South Africa, Africa

Marataba Safari Lodge, South Africa

Marataba Safari Lodge (and sister property Marataba Mountain Lodge) are spectacularly located in the malaria free Marakele National Park - an approximate four hour drive or a scenic flight from Johannesburg. Marakele means 'a place of sanctuary' in the local Tswana language and this remote outpost, with its dramatic mountainous backdrop, offers South African safari glamping at its stylish 'bush' best! Set amidst 21,000 hectares of unspoiled private wilderness in the foothills of the Waterberg Mountains, both Marataba Safari Lodge and Marataba Mountain Lodge are family-owned and managed by the 4th generation More family, so you can be assured of a very personal safari experience. Game drives, bush walks, morning and sunset water safaris are all part of the experience and you can even opt for a night under the stars in the extraordinary Thabametsi Treehouse! Marataba Safari Lodge suits couples and families alike - children of all ages are welcome.

Highlights

Sleep

Your luxury safari refuge is one of 15 sleek, beautifully decorated stone and canvas tented suites, each with a king size bed, ensuite with free-standing oval bath tub, an outdoor shower and spacious private deck – complete with magnificent views over Marakele National Park. The design embraces the surrounding natural environment - rich, earthy, organic and truly magnificent! The tents bring you closer to nature but there's certainly no need to rough it!

Four of the suites are Family Suites which comprise two bedrooms - a king bedroom and a children's twin bedroom.

Romantics and adventurers alike should opt for a night at the Thabametsi Treehouse. Solar-powered and built over two levels, this remote luxury outpost promises an extraordinary night under the African stars! The treehouse has an enclosed shower room, a bedroom, lounge and viewing decks - presenting the Waterberg and Marakele plains in all their wild glory! Arrive at dusk to a delicious picnic and watch as the views unfold. The slopes of the red-hued Waterberg Mountains will be set ablaze at sunset! Your field guide is on call should you need them! Come morning, wake up and enjoy a cup of coffee as the sun rises before joining a game drive back to the lodge!

Marataba Safari Lodge Tented Suite 3 Views

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Why Choose Turquoise?

Family Owned & Run

We are one of the few remaining family owned and run operators of our size. We have direct relationships with every single destination, island, resort and hotel we work with, in order to deliver exceptional and truly personalised service.

Our Passion Runs Deep

We are - and always have been - mad about travel. For almost 25 years we've been scouring the globe for the best places to stay, the newest routes to take, the perfect people to meet. No-one will care more about your holiday.

Definition of Luxury

Luxury means something different to everyone. Whether you are seeking the silence of vast spaces, the isolation of a private island, the buzz of a new city, the adrenaline of a safari or anything in between, we listen, we learn, we advise.

Fun & Refreshing

We endeavour that every Turquoise experience is unique, fun and refreshing. Travel is all about experiences, about serendipitous moments and endless smiles. It is a joy and an honour to plan each and every Turquoise holiday.

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