Mala Mala Game Reserve, Main Camp

My family of three stayed at MalaMala Camp as part of a trip organized by Piper and Heath. It was a wonderful experience. Our guide, Thabisani, was fantastic - extremely good with kids, very knowledgeable, and lots of fun. He showed us a great time. The rooms are very well appointed. Our unit had a bedroom with full bath (shower, bathtub, and an additional outdoor shower). Our child’s bed was set up in the separate living area, and there was an additional bathroom with shower. It was the perfect amount of space for us. Game viewing was wonderful, and the drives were lots of fun. I especially liked seeing the cape hunting dogs and the young leopards. The food on offer was very good. There is a light offering early before going out on the first game drive, then brunch/lunch after returning, then snacks/tea before the afternoon drive, and finally dinner after returning for the evening. The menu rotates, and we really enjoyed the meals. There is a kids menu with a lot of options. Everyone at MalaMala was extremely friendly and helpful, especially to my child, and we really appreciate that. Thank you so much for a wonderful stay.

Absolutely first class. The daily safaris far met our expectations. Our guide Reggie was very knowledgeable about not only the animals, but the birds and flora. The guides communicate regularly sharing where different wildlife are located. The rooms are first class. The wait staff is very friendly and extremely accommodating. The coordination by the staff took care of everything, including our transportation to and from the airport. Great experience. Highly recommend.

Yes, the accommodations and food were outstanding. And the animals showed up in abundance and variety. But without Steff as our teacher, guide, confidante, tracker, and all-around-best-friend after four days, our experience at MalaMala would not have been half as memorable, informative and inspiring. It's not easy taking care of five people spanning three generations, including two female children. But with grace, wit and a firm hand on the few occasions it was needed, Steff pulled it off. She explained to the eight year old why it was good neither for her or the baby hyena to try to pet it. And she made it fun for the kids, parents and grandparents alike. She is as accomplished as she is modest, a woman who excels in what has been a man's job. Only problem is our next game driver cannot possibly measure up, so a return trip with the next set of grandkids to Mala Mala is the only way to go.

We loved Mala Mala! If you are looking to not drive long before you see the animals- this is your place. As soon as we jumped in the truck, we saw animals right away. Our guide Mrisho was amazing. He had a great personality, was so accommodating and so well versed with his knowledge of the animals and the land. We loved our dinner in the Boma with the dancers. Our highlight was also spending a day in the village with the Lotus Heritage foundation. We love this country and feel so grateful to visit.

Another 5 star convert Mala Mala Camp sets the gold standard for luxury safari operations committed to genuine, impactful conservation. It's a place where your incredible wildlife encounters are intrinsically linked to the vital work of protecting that very wildlife and its habitat. You leave not only with unforgettable memories of leopard sightings and lion roars but also with the profound satisfaction of knowing your visit actively contributes to safeguarding this irreplaceable wilderness for generations to come. **For a safari experience that blends unparalleled wildlife viewing with a tangible, positive impact on conservation, Mala Mala is exceptional. They say its the small things that matters most. The private guide who meets you at Skukuza airport (my vote for cutest regional airport in the world) and hands you lemon scented face towels n ice cold water. The specially constructed open top Lsndcruiser with thick blankets n hot water bottle for the freezing mornings and ice cold insulated aluminium water bottles for searing hot afternoon safaris. Way more staff than the maximum royalty treated pampered maximum 30guests the camp allows at any one time. Blessed to have Benson as our guide. 20years experience. Senior guide tracker. He drives, looks n listens to everything. He stops abruptly n says, listen to the sounds the lilac crested hornbills are making. Something is amiss. Drives off into thick bushes, drives down a steep riverbank n parks us 3 metres away to a pride 6 female lions proud. No amount of money can buy that kind of excitement. Come. Spend your money. You deserve your time at Mala Mala Camp.