Marataba Residence
Marataba Residence sits on the banks of the Matlabas River in the malaria-free Waterberg, with four luxury tents and views of rugged mountains. A dedicated team, private vehicle, and complete flexibility make this an ideal base for families seeking their own rhythm in the wilderness - from water safaris at dawn to sundowners by the fire deck at dusk.
Features
- 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
Marataba Residence – Bathroom with bathtub filling and panoramic views over bush and river.
Life at marataba Residence
Life at Marataba Residence moves to the pulse of the river and the rhythm of the mountains. Days begin with game drives across open plains, afternoons drift between the pool and the deck, and evenings gather around the fire under impossibly bright stars.
With your own team and vehicle, you set the pace - early starts or late breakfasts, bush dinners or riverside sundowners. This is safari as it should be: unhurried, personal, yours.
Marataba Residence at a Glance
Exclusive-use home in the malaria-free Waterberg
Private pool overlooking the wilderness
Mack & Madi kids' activities and childminding
Water safari on the Matlabas River
Complete flexibility - your schedule, your pace, your way
Floor Plan
Four luxury tents set along the river's edge, each with a private deck and outdoor shower. A central lodge with open-plan dining and lounge, pool deck, fire deck, and boma connects it all - designed for multigenerational families to spread out and come together.
INCLUSIONS
Accommodation and Dining: Exclusive use of the residence, all meals, teas, coffees, in-room minibar and snacks, selected South African beers, spirits, house wines, and soft drinks, stocked pantry, dedicated service team including a concierge and chef Safari Experiences: Two game drives daily in a private safari vehicle with a FGASA-accredited field guide, bush walks, astronomy sessions, wildlife lectures, game drive refreshments and snacks, bush breakfasts, picnic lunches, bush dinners, Miss Mara Water Safari Transfers, Amenities and Services: Thabazimbi airstrip transfers, Wi-Fi in public areas, laundry, gratuities, spa and wellness treatments, Mack & Madi Kids’ activities and childminding
EXCLUSIONS
Experiences: Thabametsi Treehouse overnight experiences, helicopter flights, rhino conservation experience, exclusive use bush breakfasts and dinners, local community experiences Beverages: Premium brand beers, spirits, cellar wines, champagnes Other: Park fees and guest conservation contribution, Impact Levy (R160 per person per night), telephone calls, The Gallery by MORE Collection purchases, all flights and transfers not specified, cigars and cigarettes All extras payable on departure
