Marataba Mountain Lodge

From the moment we arrived at Marataba Mountain Lodge, it felt like stepping into a dream - this lodge perfectly combines luxury and nature. Every detail, from the warm welcome to the breathtaking views, made it an unforgettable experience. The accommodations were stunning—luxurious, yet thoughtfully designed to harmonize with the surrounding wilderness. Lodges with almost 360 windows offered panoramic views of the amazing landscape, making even a moment of rest feel like a continuation of the adventure. The meals were excellent with every dish being different each day, using local ingredients and crafted with care. The highlight, of course, was the safari experience. Our guide, Sinhle, was nothing short of incredible. His passion for the wildlife, deep knowledge and infectious enthusiasm elevated every game drive. Sinhle had an incredible ability to spot animals hidden in plain sight—his eagle eyes helped us witness cubs reuniting with its parents, and even a rare sighting of a leopard catching a fish. From start to finish, Marataba Mountain Lodge exceeded every expectation. The combination of luxury, pristine wilderness, and outstanding service—particularly from guides like Sinhle, our host & butler made our honeymoon into a once-in-a-lifetime experience. If you're looking for a safari that blends adventure, tranquility, and exceptional hospitality, this is the place to go. We can't wait to return!

This was the 2nd stop on my 28th safari to Africa. We really enjoyed Marataba Mountain. The views from the property are stunning. The lodge was managed to the highest standards by Floyd. Kebelo took excellent care of the guests The food was excellent. Our guide Kyle is an up and coming young star. We had amazing sightings. The first drive feature two pangolin calls on the radio. Yes - two different pangolins a couple of miles apart. We raced to see the first call but the pangolin had moved on into the bush. In the midst of our disappointment a SECOND call came in and we managed to have an amazing sighting. Only the 2nd wild pangolin I have seen. We watch a number of unsuccessful lion hunts. We saw brown hyena and a leopard on the road. The guides did an excellent job working as a team. A real good spirit amongst this young group. The More Family have created an amazing reserve. Highest professional standards Highly recommended Michael Maloon

We loved this lodge, in just the most beautiful of settings. The guiding from James and Kaitlin was first rate and the hospitality back at the lodge excellent. The variety of excursions and experiences here is fantastic and we enjoyed water/land/walking safaris, trips up the mountains and many different dining locations. We stayed for a week and saw all the big 5 and so many other stunning animals. Thank you to everyone at the lodge for a memorable week.