Aerial view of a rugged coastline with cliffs and the ocean at sunrise

Hidden in the Waterberg, where ancient mountains shelter malaria-free Big Five wilderness and diverse ecosystems converge along the Matlabas River: South Africa's best-kept safari secret. Here, beneath star-filled skies that stretch infinite, you'll remember what safari was meant to be.

Safari Lodge
Marakele National Park

Safari Lodge

  • Family-friendly
  • Water Safari
  • Treehouse
  • mountain views
  • Kids’ activities
  • Eco-garden
  • guest pool
  • in-room spa
From $1 100 per person per night sharing
Mountain Lodge
Marakele National Park

Mountain Lodge

  • 5 rooms
  • off-grid
  • spa
  • valley views
  • treehouse
  • water safari
  • fire deck
  • Infinity rock pool
From $1 100 per person per night sharing
Marataba Residence
Marakele National Park

Marataba Residence

  • 10 guests (8 adults, 2 kids)
  • 4 luxury tents
  • Private pool
  • private chef
  • central living space
  • water safari
  • private safari vehicle and field guide
  • kids’ activities and childminding
  • wellness and beauty treatments
  • 1 033ft²
From $8 200 exclusive use per night

Every experience at Marataba connects you deeper to the Waterberg wilderness

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thabametsi treehouse

Thabametsi Treehouse

Sleep elevated above the plains under infinite stars. Wildlife moves below, mountains silhouette behind, and gourmet picnic awaits. Nothing between you and the universe but Waterberg night air.

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