Community Experience
Young explorers thrive in the Waterberg, where freedom and adventure create lifelong wildlife passion. At Marataba Safari Lodge, families discover the bush together - game drives, the Safari Club Eco Garden, and hands-on experiences proving that the best family memories happen when children have room to be genuinely curious.
Unique Family Experiences at marataba game lodges
Mack & Madi Kids’ Programme
Eco-Garden
Twice-Daily Game Drives
Animal Tracking
Bush Survival Skills
Outdoor Cinema Under Stars
Where Adventure Feels Like Freedom
Marataba welcomes children of all ages, understanding that family safari works best when flexibility replaces rigid schedules. Dining times adapt to tired toddlers or teenagers who sleep late. Game drives happen when everyone's ready. Pool time, in-room spa treatments, or simply soaking in mountain views - you choose what works for your family each day. The luxury tents provide comfort whilst keeping you immersed in wilderness, proving that family adventure doesn't require sacrificing anyone's needs for the group's schedule.
Mack & Madi Kids' Adventure Safari Club
Where the eco-garden becomes their headquarters
The Safari Club Experience
Whilst you enjoy private time, field guides and childminders keep young explorers engaged at the Safari Club Eco-Garden. Children learn animal tracking, bush camping skills, and watch outdoor movies under stars. Activities include scavenger hunts, baking with the chef, creating natural art, and learning from field guides who answer endless questions.
Every child receives their own Mack & Madi kit. Between twice-daily game drives, kids choose adventures whilst parents relax knowing their children are genuinely engaged. Childminding is available for little ones not yet ready for certain safari experiences.
Our guide, James, was very helpful, kind and competent at all times, especially considering that we were traveling with our three young children aged 7, 9 and 12.
