| Description: MalaMala is situated in the eastern part of South Africa in the province of Mpumalanga. It shares a common border of 33km (26 miles) with the Kruger National Park and is part of a conservation gene pool that covers 5.5 million acres of land in the heart of the South African Lowveld. Today this area is known to have the greatest diversification of animal species on the African continent. Over two hundred different species occur in abundance whilst the ever-changing birdlife provides even the most experienced ornithologist with rare finds.
MalaMala Game Reserve, family-owned for almost three decades, a private and exclusive wildlife sanctuary, has played host to visitors from across the globe. Bordering the Kruger National Park and straddling the perennial Sand River for over fifty kilometres, this vast tract of "Big Five" habitat is able to offer unsurpassed 'contact' game viewing. Over two hundred different species, including cheetah, Cape hunting dog, lion, giraffe, hippo, elephant, buffalo, white and black rhino and leopard may be photographed all year round. An interesting variety of antelope species, zebra, hyena, jackal and a host of smaller mammals occur in abundance while the ever changing birdlife provides even the most avid ornithologist with some rare finds.
Game drives are tailor-made to suit the guests' requirements and are conducted in open four-wheel drive vehicles. Accompanied by a highly qualified game ranger and his skilled Shangaan tracker, guests traverse the bushveld in search of the game. Dawn and dusk safaris are undertaken daily with the highlight of the day being the spotlit night drive. Nocturnal species and carnivores "on the hunt" are an exciting and unforgettable experience. The radio-linked vehicles ensure superb game viewing which is further enhanced by the elimination of radio "babble" with the use of headphones.
MalaMala Main Camp is set in beautiful surroundings on the banks of the Sand River. The ochre buildings with their thatched roofs, set among manicured lawns, blend harmoniously with the large shady trees. Main Camp has 24-hour electricity as well as 24-hours air-conditioning and heating, safari bar featuring an international selection of beverages.
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(Click on the photo for an expanded view...) Room Descriptions:The accommodation at MalaMala Main Camp continues the African theme with spacious bungalows under thatch. In accordance with our conservation policies, we cater for no more than fifty guests at a time. The accommodation at MalaMala continues the African theme with spacious bungalows under thatch. In accordance with our conservation policies, we cater for no more than 36 guests at a time. The 18 luxury rooms consist of twin or double rooms, suites, family rooms, a disabled suite and one single room . Each of the air-conditioned rooms enjoys a spectacular view of the surrounding bush and are equipped with "His" and "Hers" en-suite bathrooms, insect proof screens and top quality large twin beds. Individually decorated, they feature sets of animal or bird prints, complementing the attention to detail for which MalaMala is world famous. The Disabled Suite
MalaMala prides itself on being one of the few safari destinations which is able to offer a fully equipped disabled suite - designed in accordance with the Disabled People’s Information Service of South Africa and is in line with international standards. This luxurious suite boasts the following features:
Ramp on entrance into the room.
Master bedroom with two bathrooms en-suite.
24 hour temperature control.
Elevated deck overlooking the bush.
Separate bathroom which is able to comfortably accommodate a guest who is wheelchair bound. This includes a wheel-in shower with all the necessary fittings.
Desk/ table surfaces specifically adjusted to the correct level at which a wheelchair is positioned.
No loose rugs/ carpets which will impede the movement of a wheelchair.
A separate lounge area which may be converted to a bedroom should a disabled guest require assistance from an accompanying nurse/ aid.
Game drives are conducted safely in a suitably equipped landrover. Inclusions / Exclusions:Rates include:
Luxury accommodation
All meals and snacks
Game drives in open 4-wheel drive vehicles, conducted by experienced rangers and trackers
Spotlight game drives at night
Game walks accompanied by an experienced ranger and tracker
Bush laundry services (minimum 2 nights only)
Tourism Levy
Rates exclude:
Telephone calls
Bar service
Consumption from mini bar
Transport to and from the MalaMala Game Reserve
Airport arrival and departure taxes
Entrance Fees R60.00 per vehicle
Tips and Hints:The climate over most of Southern Africa is temperate. Hot, humid conditions are usually encountered in the Mpumalanga region. Heavy summer thunderstorms of short duration in the late afternoon and evening may be experienced. Rainfall occurs mostly during the summer months (October - March).
Malaria is endemic to the Mpumalanga region of the country. People entering these areas should take anti-Malarial precautions. Please consult you physician prior to departure.
Check in time is 12:00 and check out time is 11:00.
All water in the camp is filtered to the highest standards and is guaranteed perfectly safe for drinking.
What to take:
Anti-malarial prophylactics are essential all year round, please consult your physician.
Comfortable walking shoes, sun hats, sun glasses, sun screen.
Cameras and binoculars.
Summer: Lightweight clothing and swim wear, warm clothing for game drives.
Winter: Light clothing for daytime, very warm insulated jackets for game drives.
Please note: we do request that gentlemen wear slacks to dinner. MalaMala's wildlife wins again! We are delighted to share the wonderful news of yet another acclaim for MalaMala Game Reserve's legendary wildlife experience. "Predators at War", a National Geographic documentary, filmed entirely on location at MalaMala Game Reserve by esteemed directors Jeff Morales and Kim Wolhunter, walked away with 2 awards at the New York Film Festival, as well as a finalist certificate for the best natural history documentary. "Predators at War" studies the interaction between the various predators on MalaMala. The wildlife footage is incredible.
Client Comments:Dear Lientjie; August 25, 2003 Just wanted to thank your for all your help on our trip to South Africa. Our Safari at Mala Mala was everything we had heard. The guide (Stefan) and tracker (John) out did themselves in finding the Big 5 within our first two trips out. We then suggested a few other animals and sure enough we found them also. The arrangements at Mala Mala (food and accommodations) were very comfortable and everything was taken care of - the attention to detail for each customer was amazing. Our daughter came down with a fever and they made arrangements for us to drive to Kruger to see the doctor and return. We will definitely recommend Mala Mala to all our friends. We also enjoyed Cape Town very much. It remined us so much of Nothern California (where I grew up). I'm sure we will be making another trip to South Africa before we leave Cyprus. Again, thank you for helping us arrange a terrific vacation. Sincerely, Boni Bender-Klosson
25-Aug-03
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