Longtime favourite in the midst of the bush

As one of the oldest lodges in the Sabi Sands, this beautiful lodge has one of the prime locations in Sabi Sand reserve. If you want to have an authentic South African wildlife experience plus a luxurious, comfortable stay, then MalaMala Main Camp is the perfect accommodation for you. The lodge is situated right next to the banks of the Sands river. Spot wild animals only a few meters from your bed, on the large wooden veranda where you have an elevated view on all the animals that are drinking from the river. An unique experience! Enjoy your drink next to the swimming pool with a prime view on the surrounding African scenery. After a pleasant day in the game reserve, you can enjoy the magnificent cuisine of the lodge in the dining room in safari style and order one of South-Africa’s finest wines from the wine cellar.

Visit one of the best rated wildlife destinations in the world and enjoy the beautiful scenery guided by your personal highly trained guide, who also acts as a host and educator. He or she will make sure that you don’t miss anything of this beautiful area. To have an once-in-a-lifetime experience, go on a game drive safari in an open 4-wheel vehicle which enables the audience to have a full view on the animals and the driver to go off-road (which is strictly prohibited in Kruger National Park). This is one of the advantages of a wildlife safari in a private game reserve with an experienced ranger. When the ranger spots a leopard, he can follow it into the bush! Also enjoy one of the bush walks to get truly in touch with nature. Another unique experience is a mysterious night drive under the African stars, with the help of powerful spotlights to spot even the smallest animal. After this spectacular drive, enjoy a candlelit dinner with excellent food and fine wines on the safari deck overlooking the Sand river. Yet another highlight of the MalaMala experience.

Activities at MalaMala Camp

Early morning game drives in an open 4x4 vehicle are organised every day. Knowledgeable rangers with tons of experience and genuine passion for South African flora and fauna will guide you during your safari adventure. The rangers will be in contact with each other to track wild animals. Besides morning safaris, also afternoon safaris and guided bushwalks are on offer. Enjoy South Africa's beautiful nature and discover the wildlife of the area. The rangers will help you to snap the perfect photograph as a reminder of your unforgettable stay at Ulusaba Rock Lodge. When not on exploration in the bush, you can relax a little at the swimming pool or in the spa. More active travellers can make use of the tennis court of gym, now that's what we call a special place to work out. You are also invited to visit the wine cellar or gaze at the stars in the bush observatory.

MalaMala Camp special deal

Book your MalaMala safari adventure at MalaMala Camp for three nights and stay an extra night for free! This special offer is valid between 1 November and 15 December 2024, between 10 January and 31 March 2025, and between 1 November and 15 December 2025.

Tripadvisor comments MalaMala Camp

Simply incredible! Exceeded our expectations in every way and was a trip of a lifetime. Saw the Big 5 and so much more over a four day/three night stay. The wildlife viewing is top notch and we stayed with the same guide over the visit. He did an incredible job of teaching us and enhancing our experience.

Mark A from Larkspur

Given that Mala Mala is a private reserve, your game drives are truly intimate, with very few other vehicles. Our ranger David was amazing - he was so passionate about wildlife and didn’t disappoint us in making every twist and turn to find and follow the wildlife we spotted. We saw the Big 5 in our first day. It was truly stunning.

pattyo15 from St. Augustine, FL