Mala Mala Game Reserve

Ehlanzeni, South Africa
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Established in 1927, MalaMala Game Reserve is a premier luxury safari destination adjacent to Kruger National Park in South Africa. Spanning between Kruger National Park and Sabi Sand Nature Reserve, this expansive reserve hosts one of the highest concentrations of wildlife, including the renowned Big Five: lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhinoceros. As the first private game reserve in South Africa to transition from hunting to photographic safaris, it is committed to conservation and preserving its ecosystem. With exclusive access to 70% of the reserve, guests experience uninterrupted game drives without crowds. Offering an exclusive safari experience, the reserve is ideal for wildlife enthusiasts and photographers seeking intimate encounters with South Africa's iconic fauna.

Rooms and suites

Spaces at MalaMala Game Reserve blend luxury with natural surroundings across three distinct camps. The MalaMala Camp offers 10 luxury suites, 8 luxury rooms, and a luxury single suite, all with private verandas overlooking the Sand River or a waterhole. Suites feature both a bath and shower, while luxury rooms provide spacious showers. The MalaMala Sable Camp features five luxury suites and the exclusive two-bedroom Lion's Den Suite, well-suited for families or small groups desiring a more private safari experience. Rattray's Camp includes eight luxury suites, each with a private plunge pool, expansive verandah, and his-and-hers bathrooms with claw-foot baths and double showers. All three camps offer minibars, tea and coffee-making facilities, en-suite bathrooms, and private decks with views.

Amenities and experiences
Safari adventures

Game drives led by experienced rangers, access to prime wildlife areas, opportunity to see the Big Five up close.

Dining

Meals in diverse settings, including elegant air-conditioned dining rooms, traditional reed bomas under the stars, and the Buffalo Bar with historic photographs.

Wellness and fitness

Massage services at all camps and a fitness center at MalaMala Camp with treadmills, weights, and more.

Pools

Filtered infinity pools overlooking the Sand River, open year-round at each camp.

Photography

Opportunities for both amateur and professional photographers to capture extraordinary wildlife moments.

Accessibility

Spaces designed for universal accessibility, including equipped suites and safari vehicles.

How to get here

Located adjacent to Kruger National Park, MalaMala Game Reserve is accessible by air or road. Guests can fly into Skukuza Airport (SZK), about a 45-minute drive from the reserve, or opt for charter flights landing directly at the private MalaMala airstrip with transfers provided. The reserve is approximately a five-hour drive from Johannesburg through the scenic landscapes of Mpumalanga province. Private transfers and car rentals are options for those who prefer to drive.

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