Top 10 Hotels in Mala Mala Game Reserve from ￥8,287 - Fully Refundable Options

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"Rooms were very noisy from surrounding guests."

￥9,716 total

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Aug 23 - Aug 24

"Nice basic tents in a wonderful environment, run by friendly local people."

￥23,232 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 1 - Aug 2

"Our stay at the camp was perfect. Above all, our guide K-K was extremly helpfull and nice and showed us many animals and how and where they live. It was a highligt during our vacation in South Africa. "

"Experience with elephants was special, but the lodge needs some TLC and lacks attentio to detail"

￥96,884 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Private Pool | Private pool

￥363,278 total

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Aug 1 - Aug 2

￥52,800 total

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Aug 1 - Aug 2

"I had an amazing stay at Leopard Hills. The entire grounds are 5-star, all of the staff if there to cater to your every need and the location within Sabi Sand is fantastic for game drives! My stay here was worth every penny!"

￥434,752 total

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Aug 13 - Aug 14

Luxury Rooms (Double Rooms) (1) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

"An incredible stay and experience. "

￥116,872 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

"Great place just outside Kruger at a reasonable price! No complaints at all, was exactly what we expected as a base to go into Kruger. Friendly staff and a plesant environment! "

"Amazing place, amazing animals, great food, amd some of the best staff and guides ever. "

￥82,970 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 11 - Aug 12

"Picked imbali as a good place for a short 3 day safari. Food portions were large and of good quality . There are some areas where the wood at the lodge and around the property need some replacement but overall didn’t detract from a lovely setting . Watering hole for elephants is directly opposite the restaurant area so good for breakfast and lunch . Safari drives were good and Jayden did a great job for us . Would have been nice to have a transfer from local airport Skukuza included in the cost...

"Is the best mis-sized hostel ive stayed in Alkebulan so far! Will stay again when in Kruger. For price paid it was worth it. App wont let me add photos"

￥9,996 total

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Aug 9 - Aug 10

￥2,356,544 total

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Aug 11 - Aug 12

"We had an amazing time at Hamilton’s! Since it sits next to a seasonal river, we saw so many animals right at the property when they came out to drink. Being in a private concession also meant no crowds during our game drives. The food and service was impeccable! Every meal was meticulously prepared. We loved it so much we ended up staying an extra night! The staff was so helpful with arrangements to reschedule our flight and transportation. The service was excellent, it’s no wonder Hamilton’s...

￥231,755 total

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Aug 1 - Aug 2

Body treatments, aromatherapy, hot stone massages, deep-tissue massages

"Great stay at the hotel. Food and hospitality were amazing!"

￥52,006 total

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Aug 4 - Aug 5

"The whole trip was like a dream. We saw all of the big 5. The service was outstanding."

￥473,497 total

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Aug 2 - Aug 3

Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine

"Lodge com atendimento espetacular, de todos os colaboradores, recepção e garçons. Permitem que seja uma experiência única e inesquecível. Conseguimos ver bastante animais, inclusive dentro da própria acomodação. Comida e hospitalidade impecáveis."

￥535,127 total

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Aug 6 - Aug 7

"Eine absolut außergewöhnliche Erfahrung! Wunderschöne Zimmer und Anlage, grandiose Game Drives, sehr aufmerksames und freundliches Team. Es war das Highlight unserer Reise!"

￥535,127 total

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Aug 2 - Aug 3

"Great place and good location close to Kruger entrance."

￥158,383 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 22 - Aug 23

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Sunrise at the Earth Lodge Sabi Sabi Game Reserve. Game drives start bright and early with coffee and danishes at 5:00 a.m. Departures at 5:30 a.m.

The tree seen silhouetted is The Marula Tree and has a history as a source of nutrition dating back to 10,000 years B.C. and it is certainly one of Africa's botanical treasures.
The multiple uses of the tree, it's bark, leaves, fruit, nut and kernels are legendary. My favorite is when the fruit ripens and drops to the ground and lightly ferments ... the elephants, giraffes, warthogs, and other animals get wasted and the party gets started safari style !
http://youtu.be/D5E5TjkDvU0

The fruits are a good food source and high in vitamin C.
The skin can be boiled to make a drink or burnt to be used as a substitute for coffee.
The wood is soft for carving
The inner bark can be used to make rope and for making dye
They produce small tasty nuts which are rich in protein.
The Oil is used as a skin cosmetic.
Their green leaves are eaten to relieve heartburn.
The bark contains antihistamines

The fruit can also be cooked to produce jam, juices and alcoholic beverages like "Amarula" a delicious South African Cream Liqueur that substrates just fine for coffee creamer any time of the day as far as I'm concerned. It also is used to brew a very tasty, potent South African moonshine known locally as "Mampoer" after a local Chief who favored it. It is said to make grown men weep.

the Venda people of Southern Africa maintain that bark infusions can be used to determine the gender of an unborn child. If a woman wants a son the male tree is used, and for a daughter, the female tree. If the child of the opposite gender is born, the child is said to be very special as it was able to defy the spirits.

Oh, and did I mention it sacred.

#treetrove #goldenhour

Top Mala Mala Game Reserve Hotel Reviews

Honeyguide Khoka Moya Camp

10/10 Excellent

"The minute we arrived we were greeted by lovely staff and elephants at the pool. What followed was a once in a lifetime experience. The positives - Beds are super comfy with electric blankets for those cold nights and a fan for the warm days. The food was AMAZING. I LOVED being seated with fellow safari mates and getting to know people from across the world even though we are total introverts. Our guide Leighton was brilliant, knowledgeable and an excellent driver. And the wildlife…. Wow. I still can’t believe we saw so many lions, leopards and cheetahs, not to mention everything else. Being birders we were worried that we would be ignored and never get a moment to identify a bird but Leighton balanced the needs of the guests so well and had an excellent knowledge of all animals. The only downsides… when we arrived we were so hungry but because our flight was delayed we missed the afternoon safari and had to wait until everyone returned before we could access any food - a wait of 2 hours was really tough and no one explained what was happening. Highly recommend explaining the daily itinerary to people on arrival and having snacks available for purchase. Loved the Couples shower but unfortunately not enough hot water for 2 people. "

Kruger Shalati - Train on the Bridge and Garden Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful, we drove in and drove out, which was a great experience. make sure you book the right airport and you won’t have to drive your own car although we loved driving around ourselves in addition to the wonderful game drives. The staff and the Safari drivers were the best. The garden rooms were lovely and we saw many animals and baby hippo, newly born from the view on the train track"

Simbambili Game Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Staying at simbambili was the best experience of our life. The lodge was stunning, the food was exceptional, the attention to detail was like no other, but above all the team that worked there made you feel like family. I looked at dozens of lodges before choosing for our honeymoon, so when I finally landed on Simbambili, it was due to the amazing reviews and location. When we arrived it was even better than what we could have imagined. Magical is really the word that comes to mind. Our days started with our Ranger Solomon and Tracker Roy, took us out on our drives. They were so passionate and knowledgeable. Then came back to a very cheerful Caroline who welcomed us, and then every meal Rich was there to take care of us. There was a watering hole at the lodge and constantly we were able to see so many animals coming up for a drink. Look no further for your dream safari, it’s at simbambili!"

Elephant Plains Game Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"This was our 5th visit to Elephant Plains. It's the most affordable option in the Sabi Sands and an excellent place to stay. Since our 2022 visit, they have updated the rondovels. They're super comfortable with everything you need. Staff were great. They seem to have simplified the food options (an improvement) and the quality is great. You go to the Sabi Sands for the exceptional leopard sightings and amazing safaris. This place does not dissapoint - in one drive we had 2 leopard cub sightings, a female on a kill, close elephant encounters and lions. It's worth every cent! For self-drivers (at May 2025), the roads to Gowrie Gate are horrendous and haven't improved much in 10 years. Map out your journey before hand. We used both Google Maps and the maps provided by EP. Gowrie Gate entry was R510 (cash or card) and the conservation fee added to your bill at EP was R620 so factor that in too. Elephant Plains is a must do!"

Honeyguide Tented Safari Camps - Mantobeni

10/10 Excellent

"This is an exceptional property in the Manyeleti Game Reserve adjacent to the Kruger National Park. It is a magical place where Impala's roam the property and the elephants come to drink water from the pool. The "tents" are very nice with toilet facilities and showers and comfortable beds. The food was good, but the staff are the best! They do everything they can to meet your needs and wants. Everyday there are two game drives into the reserve where you can get very close to amazing game animals. The guides on these drives are very good at their jobs. Ours was named Brilliant and he truly was brilliant. He can find animals, birds and snakes at distance and at night in places I can barely see. He is amazing! We want to thank the staff for making our stay very special-Dan, Mavis, Trevor, Previous, Noa and other...and especially Brilliant!"

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￥8,554

￥9,996 total

Aug 9 - Aug 10

includes taxes & fees

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in Mala Mala Game Reserve?

Located 14.2 mi (22.9 km) from the heart of Mala Mala Game Reserve, Kruger Shalati - Train on the Bridge and Garden Suites is a top choice for your stay based on our traveler data. Other good choices for your visit to the area are Kruger Gate Hotel and Leopard Sands, Kruger Park. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Mala Mala Game Reserve.

What's the top vacation rental that Mala Mala Game Reserve has to offer?

Elephant Point: This vacation home rental outside of Mala Mala Game Reserve offers an outdoor pool, a fireplace, and a barbecue grill to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a dishwasher, a stovetop, and a microwave. You and your friends and family can relax into your vacation with amenities like a terrace. See all vacation rentals in Mala Mala Game Reserve.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Mala Mala Game Reserve, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Mala Mala Game Reserve.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Mala Mala Game Reserve?

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What is staying in Mala Mala Game Reserve like?

Visitors can enjoy all that Mala Mala Game Reserve has to offer including its parks. A top sight in the city is Kruger National Park. There are 48 hotels and other accommodations in the surrounding area. Find out more about Mala Mala Game Reserve.

What should I do while I'm visiting Mala Mala Game Reserve?

A favorite place to visit is Kruger National Park. You'll also find Londolozi Game Reserve and Paul Kruger Gate in the area. Check out what more to see and do in Expedia's Mala Mala Game Reserve guide.

What's the seasonal weather like in Mala Mala Game Reserve?

The hottest months are usually February and December with an average temp of 77°F, while the coldest months are July and June with an average of 67°F. Average annual precipitation for Mala Mala Game Reserve is 24 inches.

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