Marataba sparks what comes next - Cape vineyards and dramatic coastlines, the roar of Victoria Falls, Okavango Delta's waterways, Kruger's legendary wilderness. Our Africa Travel Specialists connect the dots. More adventures, seamlessly woven, beautifully planned.
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.

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

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

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


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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