Mala Mala Private Game Reserve - accommodation in Sabi Sands Game Reserve, Kruger National Park, South Africa

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Mala Mala Private Game Reserve is situated in the north eastern part of South Africa in the province of Mpumalanga, and shares a common border with the Kruger National Park of over 19kms. It is thus part of a conservation gene pool inhabiting 2.5 million hectares of land in the South African lowveld. Mala Mala Game Reserve is 16,000 hectares in size with the Kruger National Park almost 2,000,000 ha. There are no fences between the Kruger Park and MalaMala, with the animals free to roam between the two reserves.

This low lying region contains various habitats, ranging from riverine thicket to open savannah. Historically, malaria mosquitoes and tsetse flies, kept man out of the area, nature consequently flourished without man's disturbance. When malaria prophylaxis were introduced, tsetse flies eliminated and Kruger Park proclaimed as a wildlife preserve, the area subsequently has won world wide acclaim for having the greatest number of animal species in an area, on the African continent. The Sand River flows north to south through the MalaMala Game Reserve for 20 kilometres and is a big draw for herds of game from both Mala Mala and Kruger National Park.

Situated in the Sabi Sands adjacent to the Kruger National Park with ochre coloured buildings are clustered amid shady trees and manicured lawns overlooking the Sand River. The individually decorated, spacious and comfortable accommodation under traditional thatching, enjoy spectacular Reservationss and are equipped with “his” and “hers” bathrooms, 24 hour temperature control, insect proofing, direct dial telephones, a mini-bar and a mini safe. Despite the comfort offered, MalaMala retains an authentic wildlife safari camp atmosphere, where the attention to detail for which Mala Mala is world famous is obvious.

The fully air-conditioned, beautifully appointed accommodation of Sable Camp has a truly colonial feel enhanced with modern comforts. A library with satellite television and internet connectivity give one the option to stay in touch with the World whilst the intimate safari bar, swimming pool and large wooden deck surrounding the camp provide the platform from which to admire the unimpeded Reservationss that make the Sable Camp wildlife safatri experience so rich and interactive.

Located in the Sabi Sands Game Reserve, open and adjacent to the Kruger National Park, the Rattray’s on Mala Mala Camp experience is exclusive, with each of the eight comfortable accommodation suites occupying its own elevated site overlooking the Sand River. Filtered plunge pools complete each of the secluded verandahs and an outdoor dining area provides the ideal vantage point from which to enjoy bush cuisine in complete privacy. Each guest has the choice of remaining connected to the outside world from the sanctuary of their room via continuous internet connectivity and satellite television.

.Children under 12 years, sharing with full paying adults, pay 50% of the quoted adult tariff and Children under 16 years are not permitted at Rattrays.

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