Malaria-Free Big 5 Safari Trip for the Whole Family

Marataba Safari Lodge

Bushveld luxury just outside Johannesburg

A four-hour drive from Johannesburg, Marataba Safari Lodge lies on a 23,000ha reserve and offers guests a Big 5 experience in a spectacular setting alongside the Waterberg Mountain Range. This malaria-free reserve boasts abundant wildlife with the added attractions of sundowner boat rides and ample leopard sightings.

Highlights

• Situated on a malaria-free, 23,000ha reserve
• Leopard sightings are quite common in this area
• Home to Africa’s iconic Big 5 and a host of other interesting wildlife
• Largest colony of endangered Cape vultures in the world
• Only a four-hour drive from Johannesburg

Facilities

Madikwe Dithaba Lodge

Views & Exclusivity at Madikwe Dithaba Lodge

Boasting breath-taking views over expansive plains, Madikwe Dithaba Lodge invites guests to explore Madikwe Game Reserve on thrilling game drives and leisurely bush walks. Expect to encounter a diverse array of wildlife as Madikwe is home to the Big 5, 350 bird species, as well as cheetah, hyena, and wild dog. 

Highlights

• Within the wildlife-rich & 76,000ha Madikwe Game Reserve
• Activities include game drives, bush walks, village tours, and birdwatching excursions
• Every suite has a private plunge pool, wood-burning fireplace, and private deck
• Only four suites accommodating eight guests 
• Madikwe Game Reserve is in a malaria-free area

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