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Canvas tents below the Waterberg cliffs, Marataba Safari Lodge
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Malaria-free Big Five safari in the WaterbergFamily Luxury Tents with a separate children's roomWater safari on the Matlabas RiverMack and Madi Kids' Adventure Safari Club with childminding

About this place

Marataba Safari Lodge sits on open plains in the private Marataba section of Marakele National Park, with the red sandstone cliffs of the Waterberg rising behind it. Fifteen tents built of canvas and stone are spread along the edge of the plains, each with a shaded private deck, an outdoor shower and views towards the mountains. The lodge welcomes children of all ages and is designed around families and friends travelling together.

There are eleven Luxury Tents for two and four Family Luxury Tents, which add a children's room with a bunk bed and its own bathroom next to the main bedroom. Tents are solar powered and air-conditioned, with a personal bar and daily housekeeping. The main lodge has a guest pool, wide decks, a fire deck and a boma where dinner is often served under the stars.

Days follow the safari rhythm: a sunrise game drive, a guided bush walk for guests aged 16 and over, brunch, a quiet afternoon at the pool or with an in-tent spa treatment, then a late drive with a sundowner stop. The Miss Mara water safari takes guests along the Matlabas River by flat-bottomed boat, where hippo and elephant often come to the banks. The Mack and Madi Kids' Adventure Safari Club keeps young guests busy in its eco-garden with tracking, baking, natural art and movie nights, and childminding is available.

Marataba is part of a working conservation area. Between April and September guests can join the rhino conservation team for a hands-on intervention, and a guided visit to schools in the nearby Sentrum community shows where the lodge's impact work goes. A night in the Thabametsi Treehouse, a short drive away, can be added to any stay. Marakele is malaria-free, which makes this an easy safari for young children.

Amenities

Wifi

En-Suite Bathrooms

Swimming pool

Children of all ages welcome

Daily housekeeping

Game Reserve views

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Limpopo
South Africa

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Family Luxury Tent main bedroom with mountain view, Marataba Safari Lodge

Family Luxury Tent

88 m² · King and bunk bed · 4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 bathrooms

A larger tent for families, with a main bedroom for the parents and a separate children's room next door with a bunk bed, toys and games, and its own bathroom. It has a private deck, an outdoor shower and air conditioning. Sleeps four, two adults in a king bed and two children in a bunk bed.

Price on request
Luxury Tent bedroom with veranda, Marataba Safari Lodge

Luxury Tent

68 m² · King · 2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bathroom

A canvas and stone tent on the edge of the plains, with a king-size bed facing the mountains through tall windows, a private shaded deck and an outdoor shower beside the en-suite bathroom. Air conditioning, a personal bar and Wi-Fi are provided. Sleeps two, in one king bed.

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Nature

What lives at Marataba Safari Lodge

13 animals recorded here or nearby.

Savanna

These are records, not promises. Wild animals and birds move, so sightings are never guaranteed.

Location

Marataba, Marakele National Park, Thabazimbi district, Limpopo

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Important information

Check-in and check-out

Check-in Time

14:00 - 18:00

Please arrange your arrival within this time window. If you need to arrive outside these hours, please contact the host in advance.

Check-out Time

By 10:00

Please ensure you check out by this time to allow for cleaning and preparation for the next guests.

Cancellation and changes
Free cancellation up to 14 days before check-in: You will receive a full refund if you cancel at least 14 days before your scheduled check-in date.
Cancellation between 7-14 days before check-in: You will receive a 50% refund of your total booking amount.
Cancellation less than 7 days before check-in: No refund will be provided.
No-shows: If you do not show up for your reservation, no refund will be provided.

Please note that some accommodations may have their own specific cancellation policies that differ from our standard policy. These will be clearly indicated on the accommodation's page or during the booking process.

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Pet policyNo pets

Pet policy

Pets are not allowed

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Before you book

Payment terms

Payment is required at the time of booking to secure your reservation.

Cancellation Policy

Refunds are subject to the accommodation's cancellation policy.

Note: The 2.5% conservation contribution, payment processing fees, and any applicable referral commissions are non-refundable in the event of cancellation. Conservation contribution fees (2.5%) support conservation and community projects in the destinations you visit. Payment processing fees are absorbed by Spekboom for completed bookings, but cannot be recovered once a booking is cancelled. Referral commissions, where applicable, are paid to the referring party upon booking confirmation.

Payout Protection: Guest payments are held until the free cancellation window passes. This protects guests who cancel within their cancellation window and ensures hosts receive guaranteed payouts after the cancellation period ends.

House rules

Guests are expected to respect the house rules of each accommodation. These rules will be provided upon booking confirmation.

Liability

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Marataba Safari Lodge located?

Marataba Safari Lodge is in Limpopo, South Africa. The map on this page shows the area.

How many guests can Marataba Safari Lodge accommodate?

Family Luxury Tent (4 of them) sleeps 4 each and Luxury Tent (11 of them) sleeps 2 each.

How do I book Marataba Safari Lodge?

Pick dates on this Spekboom page and request availability. We confirm with MORE Collection, they assign the unit, then you pay on Spekboom.

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