Frequently Asked Questions

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South Safari Lodge is a Boutique style Private Bush Lodge set in the wildlife holiday town of Marloth Park, Mpumalanga Province, South Africa. The Lodge is +/-1.1 Km from the border/fence/Crocodile River as natural border to the Southern part of the world-renowned Kruger National Park.

It is a popular destination for travelers looking for private accommodation with a close relationship with the local wildlife, and minutes to the mighty Kruger National Park.

The Lodge is 427 km by road from O.R. Tambo International Airport (Johannesburg), South Africa. A short 55-minute connecting flight to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport brings you to a mere 97 Kilometers from South Safari Lodge, where your transportation will await you! (by prior arrangement) 

Wildlife roam freely through Marloth Park and the lodge grounds which is only 30 km from the Mozambican Lebombo Border which makes excursions into this neighbouring country ideal for deep sea fishing, diving, and authentic Portuguese/Mozambicans lifestyle experiences.

South Safari Lodge offers guests a relaxing environment with the comforts of home and the added excitement of being close to the wildlife of the area, it comprises three large well-spaced private bungalows and a large relaxation decked area plus pool with pool deck all in a quite bush setting and surroundings.

We regularly have Zebras, Giraffes, Kudus, Wildebeests, Warthogs, Impalas and Bush bucks roaming through the property. These animals can be enjoyed from a safe distance from the comfort of our raised decks and relaxation areas.

Once your accommodation booking is made all you need to do is provide us with the date or dates required and number of people for your Safari, and we can then book it on your behalf.

Safari bookings must be made in advance as Kruger National Park is busy most times of the year. We use our own preferred Safari operator in the area , so you can enjoy the Wildlife experience that Kruger National Park has to offer. You settle your Safari experience directly with South Safari Lodge. 

Please email southsafarilodge@gmail.com for current prices. 

Yes we can!   We organise Tours and Safari Packages for our guests with a number of highly skilled and licenced operators in the area.

We can organise day trips to Maputo in Mozambique, Swaziland Cultural experiences, Kruger Park stays, Mozambique Coastal stays, 10 Day Full board Safari Trips etc

Just on the outskirts of Komatipoort town is the huge Komati River where we can even organise a Tiger fishing experience for you! Swaziland is also close by and accessible via the Menanga gate, Hlane National Park is only about a hours drive from the lodge.

Please remember to check if you need visas to enter Mozambique or Swaziland.

If you are hiring a car you can ask for an entry permit from the hire company for the car to enter Swaziland/Mozambique. 

Bespoke personalized excursions can be created just for you!

We offer a variety of bespoke excursions. On request we will put together your itinerary which includes the following options.

• Swaziland 2-day overnight trip
• 7-10 Days all-inclusive safari packages: South Safari Lodge/Kruger Park/Mozambique
• Kruger National Park Bush braai with sunset and night drive
• Kruger National Park Morning Walk (3 - 4 h)
• Sundowner boat cruise
• Maputo City Walking tour (Mozambique)
• Golf
• Diving packages: Ponta Malongane Mozambique
• Quad Biking in the bush between wildlife.
• Tiger fishing
• Day Spa services – onsite at tusk Bush Lodge
• Blyde River Canyon
• God’s Window
• Bourke’s Luck potholes

Please email southsafarilodge@gmail.com for more information and current prices

Yes, we can organise pickups and drop offs to and from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, or from the Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport etc.

We always advise our guests to hire a vehicle if they can, as there is so much to do and see in the area. The drive from Johannesburg takes approximately five hours on well-maintained asphalt (tar) road surfaces and are a pleasure to drive. It gives you the chance to view a wide range of the countryside. 

South Safari Lodge is located in the bush where there is no public transport, so getting around can be difficult, depending on your needs, luckily most amenities in Marloth Park such as the Marlothi shopping centre are walking distance from the lodge.

Your sense of adventure and a love for wildlife and Africa. It all depends on the time of year that you visit. South Africa has four seasons, but they tend to blend into one another. The dry season (Winter) generally runs from April to October, and this is the best time of the year for game viewing in the parks, water holes dry up, vegetation thins out making game viewing easier. November to March (Summer) is the wet season and can be hot and humid. The bush is beautiful with its green foliage though and with a little focussed obsession, you will still see all the animals! A good pair of binoculars is advisable and your favourite camera to capture the once in a lifetime moment.   

Remember to bring comfortable "sensible bush " footwear and clothing, your sunglasses, phone, phone charger, and correct power point adapter for South Africa. 

Consult your doctor re Malaria advice for the Lowveld region, sun screen, personal items, depending on the time of year will dictate what clothing to bring there is ample advice online regarding this, but please feel free to contact us for further info or help. 

South Safari Lodge is nestled in the holiday town of Marloth Park, a Wildlife conservation area close to Kruger National Park. We are in the Lowveld and the start of the "Wild Frontier" in Mpumalanga, South Africa.

The Mpumalanga region ("where the sun rises" in Swazi) is the gateway to adventure. The region is known for its natural beauty from Blyde River Canyon to Kruger National Park and in between. Marloth Park shares its border with the Kruger National Park with the Crocodile River being our boundary, you can walk, drive, and cycle along the banks of the Crocodile River safely due to a 12ft electric game fence, which is designed to keep out dangerous game. You can expect to encounter a wide variety of game sightings along the length of the river such as Elephant, White Rhino, Cape Buffalo, Waterbuck, Lion, Hippomopotemus etc.