Marataba Conservation Camps

CLASSIC FACTORS

FAST FACTS

GALLERY

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AVAILABILITY

SUGGESTED JOURNEYS

EXPERIENCES

ALL AGES
BOATING
GETTING INVOLVED
SPECIALIST GUIDING
WALKING SAFARIS

A perfect mix of hands-on activities, pioneering conservation projects and spectacular scenery, with a comfy bed to lay your head in at the end of the day!

Private

Marataba Conservation Camps are privately-owned and managed by a group of philanthropists who are committed to conservation forever and have a dedicated shared vision – the proliferation of nature.

Unique

Guests at Marataba Conservation Camps are encouraged to get involved, apply their minds and actively contribute to the effort to conserve the natural area. Activities range from land rehabilitation and species identification to rhino notching and DNA collection, all of which are essential to the management of the ecosystem and the future of keystone species.

Committed

In partnership with South African National Parks, the country’s highest conservation authority, Marataba secures the future of this unique eco-system, preserving it for generations to come. The combined skills, knowledge and resources of the private sector and state favour the optimisation of biodiversity conservation.

AVAILABILITY

FAST FACTS

RATES FROM & TO
2021: Founders Camp R 33 000 (1-4 guests) to R 72 750 (1-6 guests) base rate per day.
2021: Explorers Camp R 21 440 to R 31 520 (1-4 guests) base rate per day.

SEASONALITY
COVID-19 UPDATE: Open all year 2021.
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GETTING THERE
By air: there are daily flights from Lanseria International Airport (HLA) to Marakele National Park (1 hour), and 3 flights a week from the Sabi Sands (1 hours 30 mins). There is an airstrip directly adjacent the park, a 10-minute drive from Founders and Explorers Camps.
By road: From Johannesburg, the drive takes around 3 - 3.5 hours on good roads. Private road transfers can be arranged.

HOW EXCLUSIVE
Marataba Conservation Camps consists of 2 camps: Founders Camp (4 suites) is available on an exclusive use basis with 1 guide and vehicle. Explorers Camp (5 tents and 1 family tent) is available for 2 bookings at a time with 2 guides and 2 vehicles.

CHILDREN
Children of all ages are welcome at Marataba Conservation Camps and a maximum of 2 children can share a room with parents.
Explorers Camp has 1 dedicated family tent with an extra bedroom for 2 children.

WHAT TO DO
A selection of mix and match conservation and general activities for tailor-made stays: day and night game drives, boating, wild walking (16+), family-friendly nature walks, tracking, monitoring & compiling ID kits of key species, camera trap set up, transect walks, game census logging, Park Control Centre technology, tree planting & land rehabilitation, rare species monitoring and identification, visits to the Marataba Research and Rewilding Centre.
At an additional charge: Specialised itineraries, annual experiences and wildlife management interventions.

RESERVATIONS
E-Mail: res@maratabacamps.co.za
Telephone: +27 21 876 2153
Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 8am – 5pm. Based in Franschhoek.

www.marataba.co.za

WOW FACTOR

Marataba, a 21,000-hectare (52,000-acre), privately managed section of the Marakele National Park, is located in South Africa’s Limpopo Province. As a contractual National Park, Marataba is one of South Africa’s most innovative conservation models. From the vision of an iconic president to the unique public-private partnership that exists today, the focus is firmly on protecting the area’s diverse flora and fauna through modern and hands-on conservation practices.

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Directions to Marataba Contractual National Park.pdf

Marataba Conservation Camps - All you need to know.pdf

Marataba Conservation Camps - Experiences.pdf

Marataba Founders Camp layout.pdf

Marataba Explorers Camp layout.pdf

Marataba Conservation Camps - Conservation Compass.pdf

Marataba - Young Conservation Ambasssadors.pdf

Greater Marakele National Park

Classic Factors:

Unique partnership: Discover the impact of conservation at scale
Active: Swim, hike, observe, adventure.
Participative: Get actively involved in modern and hands-on conservation practices
Environmental: A protected area that balances tourism with nature

Marataba, a 21,000-hectare (52,000-acre), privately managed section of the Marakele National Park, is uniquely situated where lush bushveld gives way to the Kalahari sands, in South Africa’s Limpopo Province. As a contractual National Park, Marataba is one of South Africa’s most innovative conservation models. From the vision of an iconic president to the unique public-private partnership that exists today, the focus is firmly on protecting the area’s diverse flora and fauna through modern and hands-on conservation practices.

A stay at Marataba Conservation Camps is focused on balancing tourism with nature. Guests can immerse themselves in solitude of the vast, wild spaces of Marataba whilst also actively participating in essential conservation projects. Founders Camp, with 4 suites and 1 vehicle and guide, can be booked on an exclusive-use basis. The camp overlooks the Matlabas River, which attracts a variety of wildlife. The suites are tucked under the trees and have large decks from which to enjoy the water. At the main area, there are indoor and outdoor dining areas, an interactive kitchen and a swimming pool. Explorers Camp has 5 canvas tents and 1 family tent and is available on a semi-exclusive use basis with 2 guides and 2 vehicles. From camp, guests enjoy views of a favourite waterhole and the dramatic Waterberg Mountains and with its large, shady lawns and dedicated family tent, is an ideal choice for families.

Dynamic and fun, yet responsible and sustainable, the activities at Marataba Conservation Camps are entirely tailored to suit every individual. Experiences are offered on a ‘mix and match’ basis and each booking has a private guide and vehicle to ensure the utmost flexibility.

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Marataba Conservation Camps:

ALL AGES

Children of all ages are welcome at Marataba Conservation Camps for a hands-on conversation experience. Explorers Camp with its dedicated family tent and large, shady lawns is the perfect choice for younger families.

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BOATING

Cruise down the Matlabas River for a different perspective on life in Marataba. Guests at Founders Camp may also have breakfast, lunch or dinner on the water.

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Marataba Conservation Camps:

GETTING INVOLVED

Activities at Marataba are focused on active participation in pioneering conservation projects and all data gathered goes directly towards the management and long-term conservation strategy of the area. Get involved in species monitoring and identification, landscape rehabilitation, camera trap set ups and game census logs using the latest technology and software.

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Marataba Conservation Camps:

SPECIALIST GUIDING

Bookings at Marataba receive their own dedicated guide and private vehicle for ultimate flexibility around conservation activities

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WALKING SAFARIS

Explore Marataba on foot and enjoy ‘wild walks’ through the mountains, gorges and rivers, vegetation-mapping transect walks and family-friendly nature strolls.

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