Hidden in the Waterberg, where ancient mountains shelter malaria-free Big Five wilderness and diverse ecosystems converge along the Matlabas River: South Africa's best-kept safari secret. Here, beneath star-filled skies that stretch infinite, you'll remember what safari was meant to be.

Safari Lodge
- Family-friendly
- Water Safari
- Treehouse
- mountain views
- Kids’ activities
- Eco-garden
- guest pool
- in-room spa

Mountain Lodge
- 5 rooms
- off-grid
- spa
- valley views
- treehouse
- water safari
- fire deck
- Infinity rock pool

Marataba Villa
- 10 guests (8 adults, 2 kids)
- 4 luxury tents
- Private pool
- private chef
- central living space
- water safari
- private safari vehicle and field guide
- kids’ activities and childminding
- wellness and beauty treatments
- 1 033ft²
Every experience at Marataba connects you deeper to the Waterberg wilderness

Thabametsi Treehouse
Sleep elevated above the plains under infinite stars. Wildlife moves below, mountains silhouette behind, and gourmet picnic awaits. Nothing between you and the universe but Waterberg night air.
Best paired with
Marataba sparks what comes next - Cape vineyards and dramatic coastlines, the roar of Victoria Falls, Okavango Delta's waterways, Kruger's legendary wilderness. Our Africa Travel Specialists connect the dots. More adventures, seamlessly woven, beautifully planned.

















