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MalaMala Camp

MalaMala Game Reserve is renowned for consistently producing some of the most exciting wildlife experience in South Africa, including the Big 5, and so much more!

This private reserve, which has garnered an inspiring number of repeat guest clientele, is sandwiched between the world-renowned Kruger National Park and the wildlife-rich Sabi Sands Game Reserve - often referred to as the best game reserve in South Africa. MalaMala was the industry's blueprint to the now popular luxury photographic safari with the owners taking custody of this land in 1927. MalaMala boasts of being one of the largest private game reserves in South Africa; comprising 13 300 ha (33 000 acres). The private reserve shares a 19 km (12 miles) unfenced border with its neighbours, the private Sabi Sands, including Londolozi Private Reserve, Nottens and Kirkman's Kamp. View the MalaMala Sabi-Sands Map.

A brilliant wildlife oasis in the middle of the African bushveld, MalaMala Game Reserve offers three beautiful camps ensuring visitors get the most from the surrounding wilds. Every design element of these three beautiful camps guarantees visitors appreciate the exciting aspects of the wilderness. Well thought out pathways wind their way along the perimeter of the three camps to reveal individual ochre coloured suites - carefully tucked into the lush greenery which flanks the Sand River. Massive trees and rolling green lawns are filled with birdsong, with the occasional antelope or elephant which wander the grounds.

MalaMala Camp

MalaMala Camp, originally known as "Main Camp," was the first safari camp on the MalaMala Game Reserve. This iconic camp has only just recently been "re-imagined", yet, the distinctly African character is still intact, however, inspired with a more contemporary edge.

This unfenced safari camp is a haven of understated luxury, combining warm comfort and excellent service with an unrivalled vista of the Sand River and surrounding bushveld. A place of legends, one will find rare photographs, old maps and unique mementos rubbing shoulders with the works of renowned 'current-day' contemporary wildlife artists.

MalaMala Camp offers five river-facing luxury suites, four river-facing luxury rooms, five waterhole facing luxury suites and a river-view single room. The camp also provides for two interleading river-facing luxury rooms, and two interleading waterhole facing luxury rooms for families.

MalaMala Rattray’s Camp

Tucked away in a forest of lush green, on the banks of the animal-rich Sand River, lies MalaMala Rattray's Camp. The camp offers a journey into the past when travellers from all walks of life married the magic of the African bushveld with elegance and refinement - a goal still searched by many in the world today.

MalaMala Rattray's Camp is the epitome of classic style and good taste. The eight luxury, freestanding and spacious suites offer an atmosphere of solitude and once again offers spectacular views of the Sand River. Wildlife of all shapes and sizes frequently meander the river, offering prime game viewing whilst taking a refreshing dip in the private plunge pools, cooling off in the outdoor shower or enjoying a massage on the deck.

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MalaMala Sable Camp

MalaMala Sable Camp is the smaller, more intimate version of MalaMala Camp and is ideal for those seeking additional privacy and isolated safari experience. Sable Camp is situated to the south of MalaMala Camp in a prime elevated position overlooking the Sand River and surrounding African bushveld.

Sable Camp can accommodate a maximum of twenty guests in seven suites – some of which can accommodate three people sharing. Guests may also reserve Sabel Camp exclusively for between fourteen and twenty guests, offering the complete private safari or villa experience.

MalaMala Camp

Property Details

Location

MalaMala Game Reserve, South Africa

Accommodation

34 Luxury Facilities

Guest Room Facilities

Safe, Mini Bar, Air Conditioning / Heater, Charging Points, Fridge, Outside Shower, Bath, Television, Tea & Coffee

Camp Facilities

Pool, Bar, Parking & Security, Disability Services, WiFi, Gym, Library, Babysitting Services, Massage Service

Family Policy

MalaMala Camp accepts children of all ages (children of 5 years and younger are not permitted in the boma for dinner or on game drives (unless parents have booked a private vehicle), MalaMala Rattray's & Sable; no children below 16 (exceptions apply).

Activities

Game Viewing, Game Walks, Massages, Bird Watching, Rhino Tracking

Available Services

Babysitting, Laundry Service Complimentary, Credit Card, Room Service

Included

Guided Safaris, All Meals and Drinks (excluding French Champagne), Laundry, WiFi

Not Included

Curio Purchases, Helicopter Scenics, External Activities, Gratuities, Massage, Babysitting

Why MalaMala Game Reserve?

Privately managed, and was the first privately owned and commercially operated game reserve in South Africa, and is the benchmark for the luxury safari industry in the region.

Family Safari Specialists

If you’re dreaming of Africa, your journey has already begun!

Truly unique experience. Many thanks to Allan and his team for planning such a wonderful safari at Kruger National Park. Highly recommend!

Mikaël Schinazi

2023-01-09

This was our 4th trip to Africa and by far the best ever. All the details were properly handled; we had not flight problems or delays and the service provided by Safari Guru was outstanding. I would recommend them, and have to friends and family. We will be going back to Africa with the outstanding Staff of Safari Guru.

Ann Becher Smead

2022-11-17

We recently returned from Kenya, had a fabulous safari designed by Deon de Villiers of Safari Guru. We had some wonderful sightings and the whole thing went without a single hiccup. The guides were excellent. Deon was so helpful in allowing us to reschedule several times due to COVID restrictions preventing travel. We visited Sirikoi in the Lewa Conservancy and Serian Ngare, Serian Nkorombo and Mara Plains at Masai Mara, each place offering a different experience, each special in its own way. Loved the rhinocerous at Lewa, giraffe giving birth at Ngare, hippopotamus at Nkorombo and cats at Mara Plains, and so so much more. We highly recommend Deon and the Safari Guru team.

John M

2022-10-16

We finally got to take our Kenya/Rwanda adventure with Safari Guru post pandemic. Our trip was a fantastic experience that immersed us in Africa. The holiday went as planned, everything was organised so we were gently steered from place to place, which we enjoyed as we found we weren't "travel fit" after sitting on sidelines for two years! Our lodges in Kenya were beautiful, nice and small, felt like you were part of a family, rather than a customer! Rwanda was a highlight, an amazing country with a shocking past that is moving forward beautifully. The advice from Deon to do two gorilla walks was perfect. Our first day we hiked in to mountain and when we got there the heavens opened and it didn't stop! The scouts found 6 gorillas for us to glimpse as they were hiding from rain too! We trekked down in the mud, rivers of water ending up bedraggled! It was a great experience but the next day was perfect! Beautiful blue skies, trekked up and gorillas were everywhere, sunning themselves and eating vigorously. Was awesome being so close and they couldn't care less! Would highly recommend safari Guru, they planned us a perfect holiday and are easy to contact with queries and answer promptly. Travelling on our own was great as each place we stayed, there were like travellers from around the world to socialise with. Thanks Deon and Ashley

Jackie Helliwell

I was completely blown away with the service I received from Safari Guru. We had a most marvellous holiday in South Africa, Botswana and Namibia. Everything went extremely well and the Wilderness team were excellent in looking after us at each of their safari camps. Well done to Deon and Ashley, Morag Cotsell

Morag Cotsell

2022-10-15

Had an amazing experience working with Deon and Safari Guru. My wife and I went into this trip thinking of it as a once in a lifetime experience. Because of our experience we have another trip in mind to bring our children so they can have the same amazing experience that we had. Thank you Deon! We look forward to seeing you again!

John A. Mertz

2022-07-27

Thanks you Deon for amazing and wonderful experience of Masai Mara. It's once in a lifetime and on top great hospitality from Safariguru right from arrival, Resort stay and well designed itinerary. I would love to bring my family again this time for Botswana, so look forward to crafted trip next

Manish Shah

Safari Guru organized us an amazing journey in Namibia for our wedding anniversary; it will be long lasting and marvelous memories for years! We also greatly appreciated the dedication and support of Safari Guru's team during these challenging times of the Covid pandemic as they had to re-arrange 2 times our trip initially planned for 2020. Thanks and kudos to Deon and all at Safari Guru!

JF Redon

2022-04-19

We had a truly magical safari in Botswana. Deon and the staff of Safari Guru will guide you to the exact places you want to go specific to your desires and budget. Highly recommend!

barbara nelson

2022-03-23

Botswana! What an incredible destination as we begin to travel again. This is a trip of a lifetime. The game drives were exhilarating, the people are friendly, the food fantastic, and the accommodations are meant to spoil you. Our trip was beautifully planned and executed by Deon De Villiers and his team at Safari Guru. They have been to every camp they recommend and tailor your safari experience to you. What else could you ask for! We will travel with them again and highly recommend Safari Guru to plan your next trip!