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MalaMala Sable Camp
MalaMala is the oldest and most historical private game reserve in South Africa and the first to transition from hunting to photographic safaris. Tucked behind the Sand River, MalaMala Private Game Reserve lies between Sabi Sands and the Kruger National Park. With six river view luxury suites and one waterhole view suite, MalaMala Sable Camp offers an intimate and secluded safari experience on the southern end of the Main Camp in a beautifully elevated position overlooking the Sand River and surrounding bushveld. MalaMala Sable Camp features an impressive lounge, air-conditioned dining room, cozy bar, library, fitness facility, and massage service. Expansive wooden decks provide a great space for relaxation from which to watch passing wildlife. A pool with a spectacular view is perfect for summer afternoons while meals are enjoyed under starlit skies, on the deck, or in the enclosed dining room.
With expert rangers and trackers at MalaMala Sable Camp, your twice-daily game drives promise to be unforgettable adventures filled with wild wonders. Africa’s Big 5 as well as giraffe, zebra, antelope, cheetah, wild dog, hippo, and warthog will leave you mesmerized and intrigued. When not traversing the bush on a 4×4 safari drive, join your guide on a walking safari. This gives you an opportunity to learn about the flora and see smaller mammals, insects, and birds up close, providing exclusive photo opportunities. In addition to MalaMala Sable Camp, the reserve is also home to two other luxury lodges, Rattary’s Camp and the Main Camp.
Wildlife:
- High concentration of Big 5 with large herds of elephant and buffalo, as well as large lion prides.
- Other wildlife include but are not limited to the hippopotamus, giraffe, zebra, cheetah, African wild dog, hyaena, warthog and many other cat and antelope species.
- Large antelope herds support the populations of predators in the reserve.
- Over 500 bird species have been recorded in the region. Many can be seen in the reserve.
Game Drives:
- Game drives take place twice a day in the early mornings and afternoons for a duration of 3-4 hours.
- Game drives are led by an experienced guide and tracker team.
- Vehicles are allowed to go off road to track and follow the wildlife.
- Strict traverse rules are in place and vehicle numbers are limited in each reserve. A maximum of two vehicles are allowed at any sighting.
- Night drives and guided bush walk are permitted.
- 6-seater vehicles.
Activities & Facilities:
- Game drives
- Guided bushwalks
- Stargazing
- Birdwatching
- Swimming pool
- African themed dining room
- Library
- Open-air traditional African Boma
- Safari deck
- Safari bar & lounge
- Spa treatments
- Gym (nearby)
- Safari boutique (nearby)
Highlights:
- Elevated position with views of the Sand River and surrounding bushveld.
- A small, intimate camp offering a private and secluded safari experience.
- Seven suites, with some accommodating up to three guests sharing.
- Private decks with views of the bushveld, river, or waterhole.
- Traditional reed “boma” for evening meals around an open fire.
- Wooden safari deck with expansive views of the Sand River.
- A large swimming pool located in the floodplain below the camp.
- Accommodates children from 12 years
- Exciting Big-5 game drives with game rangers and trackers.
Location:
- MalaMala is located on the eastern side of the Sabi Sands Game Reserve and shares fenceless borders directly with the Kruger national park as well as Londolozi, Nottens, &Beyond, Umkumbe and Cheetah Plains game reserves.
- Sabi Sands lies in South Africa’s far north-eastern corner in the Mpumalanga province. The private reserve forms part of the Greater Kruger, sharing unfenced borders with the Kruger National Park.
Getting There:
- MalaMala private airstrip is the closet airstrip, two daily chartered flights from Johannesburg are operated by Federal Airlines.
- Skukuza (SKU) is the closet commercial airport to MalaMala, daily flights operate from Johannesburg and Cape Town.
- Flight time from Johannesburg to Skukuza or MalaMala private airstrip: 60 minutes.
- Flight time from Cape Town to Skukuza: 2 hours 30 minutess.
- Road transfers from Skukuza to MalaMala take 45 minutes and are arranged in open 4×4 safari vehicles.
Child Policy:
MalaMala Sable Camp welcomes children from 12 years
Special offers:
- Enjoy one free night with our PAY 3 STAY 4 offer.
- Special offers are valid 10 Jan – 31 Mar & 01 Nov – 15 Dec.
- South African resident rates are bookable 30 days prior to arrival date only.
Inclusions & Exclusions:
- Included: 2 x Game drives per day, guided bush walks, all meals, soft drinks, in-room minibar, selected alcoholic beverages, and private airstrip transfers.
- Excluded: Premium branded drinks, conservation levies, commercial airport transfers, and anything of personal nature.
Rates:
- The updated prices are displayed for each room category below
- Prices are charged per person, per night
- Single supplement of 50% applicable
- Rates displayed are valid to 31 December 2024
Packages:
- For extended safari holiday packages, we have a selection of exceptional properties in Cape Town and surrounding areas.
- Designed by our on-trend team of travel experts our packages include internal flights, transfers, accommodation and more.
- Expect efficient and knowledgable, one-on-one planning assistance to create your dream itinerary.
Accommodation Options
Sable Camp offers seven luxury suites boasting indulgent en-suite bathrooms with amenities as well as outdoor showers, air-conditioning, a minibar, coffee facilities, and best of all a glorious private deck Read morewith splendid bush views. Less
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Peak season R 21,800 per person, per night
The Lion's Den Suite is a larger unit with two luxurious en-suite bedrooms separated by a large lounge. The Lion's Den Suite boasts indulgent en-suite bathrooms with amenities as well as outdoor showers, Read moreair-conditioning, a minibar, coffee facilities, and best of all a glorious private deck with splendid bush views. Less
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Peak season R 21,800 per per, per night
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