Mala Mala Game Reserve

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Kruger National Park showing landscape views, tranquil scenes and bird life
Kruger National Park showing landscape views, tranquil scenes and bird life
Kruger National Park which includes safari adventures, landscape views and touring
Kruger National Park which includes a sunset
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

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Kruger Shalati - Train on the Bridge and Garden Suites

Kruger Shalati - Train on the Bridge and Garden Suites

4.5 out of 5
Selati Bridge Skukuza Mpumalanga
The price is CA $892 per night from Mar 14 to Mar 15
CA $892
CA $1,053 total
Mar 14 - Mar 15
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Skukuza. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free valet parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (165 reviews)
The view from the room is spectacular

Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026

Kruger Shalati - Train on the Bridge and Garden Suites
Kruger Gate Hotel

Kruger Gate Hotel

4 out of 5
Paul Kruger Gate, Portia Shabangu Road Skukuza Mpumalanga
The price is CA $373 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
CA $373
CA $434 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Skukuza. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (473 reviews)
Clean room with clean towels etc. Food was good but disappointed with gluten free options. Breakfast had the same very dry GF bread and same muffins very morning. Home made GF rolls available at dinner, were delicious but not always available . The dinner food options of meat, vegetables and salads ...

Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025

Kruger Gate Hotel
aha Skukuza Safari Lodge

aha Skukuza Safari Lodge

5 out of 5
Skukuza Rd Mbombela Mpumalanga
The price is CA $237 per night from Mar 9 to Mar 10
CA $237
CA $356 total
Mar 9 - Mar 10
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury lodge in Mbombela. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Kruger National Park and AM Spa Kruger are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (13 reviews)
Staff and amenities excellent !! Can’t beat the experience of being in the middle of national reserve. Easy access to safaris. Three restaurants on property- great range of food. People super nice and kind. Had a great time. Would love to go there again. Will suggest buying all safari packages from ...

Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026

aha Skukuza Safari Lodge
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Elephant Point

Elephant Point

4 out of 5
R536 Kruger Road Skukuza Mpumalanga
Stay at this vacation home in eMakhazeni. Enjoy free parking, WiFi (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Paul Kruger Statue and Paul Kruger ...
10/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
We loved staying at Elephant Point!

Reviewed on May 5, 2025

Elephant Point
7 mins to Kruger National Park. Secure, luxury family villa overlooking the Park

7 mins to Kruger National Park. Secure, luxury family villa overlooking the Park

Hazyview MP
Stay at this villa in eMakhazeni. Enjoy a fitness center, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Paul Kruger Statue and Paul Kruger Gate are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
This was a gorgeous house and the staff was really friendly!

Reviewed on Jul 29, 2025

7 mins to Kruger National Park. Secure, luxury family villa overlooking the Park
Self Catering Chalets - Manyeleti

Self Catering Chalets - Manyeleti

2.5 out of 5
Manyeleti Game Reserve Manyeleti Mpumalanga
Stay at this chalet in Manyeleti. Enjoy free parking, in-room massages, and a picnic area.
Self Catering Chalets - Manyeleti
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#hippo spotting on a game drive. They almost look like rocks! I love watching their little ears flutter #africa #wildlife #explore

Sabi Sands Game Reserve

Listed as one of the most dangerous golf courses in the world. This challenging course, in the heart of Kruger National Park, has no fences. Crocs and hippos in the lakes, warthogs on the greens, it has it all! #lifeatexpedia #safari #golf #southafrica

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