Rattrays Highlights

Almost guaranteed leopard sightings
4 guests per safari vehicle
Exclusivity and privacy
One of the best lodges in Africa
Wildlife is superb
Private plunge pools
River views from all suites

Rattrays on MalaMala Information

Lodge type; Safari Lodge
Location; Sabi Sand Reserve
Lodge size; 8 suites
Recommended stay; 3-7 nights

Introduction

That classic "into Africa" safari experience and approach for a discerning traveller that wants and needs to experience Africa authentically.

Rattray's on MalaMala is about luxury, but not over the top luxury; everything is very understated in a classic way.

With the primary focus being safaris, wildlife and exclusivity, Rattray's strives to have a maximum of only four guests per safari vehicle.

Rattray's on MalaMala has been a firm favourite of ours and our guests for well over 15 years.

Reserve Information

MalaMala Game Reserve has been in existence since 1927 and offers visitors the most exciting wildlife experiences in Africa. This Private reserve comprising of 33 000 acres shares an unfenced 19km border with the famous Kruger National Park.

When it comes to wildlife sightings, it is a given that 96% of the time clients get to view the "Big 5" during a stay with the reserve. There are not a lot of reserves in the whole of Africa that can come up with similar stats - trust us on that one.

It is correct in saying that MalaMala is not part of the Sabi Sand Game Reserve, but an entirely free-standing entity squeezed in between the two giants of the safari world.

Rooms and Suites

The Rattray's on MalaMala experience is one of exclusivity, with each of the eight luxurious suites spaced far enough apart to ensure complete and utter privacy.

All eight suites offer up king-sized beds, private verandah, air-conditioned comfort, "His" and "Hers" en-suite bathroom facilities, indoor and outdoor showers, private plunge pools as well as indoor and outdoor dining areas for those romantic nights or special occasions.

To be honest, there is not much more that one could ask for.

There is an option of having satellite television and a DVD player in your suite; this is on a request only basis.

Cuisine and Wine

Breakfast and lunch are served in the air-conditioned dining room or on the adjoining deck whilst the traditional reed boma under a magnificent Jackalberry tree is the ultimate outdoor evening venue.

A fantastic wine list is on offer as well as a good selection of South African beers.

Lodge Facilities

Beautiful library with rare books and works of art
An African themed dining room
A historic bar featuring unique photographs
Large wooden safari deck with great vistas and where meals are served
Large infinity pool with magnificent views
A safari boutiques with quality clothing, jewellery and artefacts
Mobile phone coverage (MTN)
Complimentary Wi-Fi connectivity

Safari Activities

Activities in and around the MalaMala game Reserve include;

Exhilarating bush drives (morning and afternoon)
Night drives
Guided bush walks
Dedicated photographic vehicles

This is the MalaMala Game Reserve at it's best.

Family Friendly

Rattray's On MalaMala is an adult orientated lodge and therefore only welcome children above the age of 16 years.

Spa and Wellness

Massage and treatments services are available to guest on request. There is a small fully equipped gym onsite with all the necessary equipment to keep one slim and trim.

Kruger Family Friendly Lodges

Romantic Kruger Park Lodges

Best Spas in the Kruger

Kruger Big 5 Camping

4 Days / 3 Nights

A 4 Day overland Budget Kruger safari with a maximum 18 occupants that takes in the very best of this area of South Africa, that starts and ends in Johannesburg, explore the Kruger National Park and Panorama Route.

Rhino Walking Safari

Tailor-made

The tailor-made Rhino Walking Safari within the Kruger National Park itself in a 12,000 ha private wilderness concession that borders the famous Mala Mala & Sabi Sand reserve, highly qualified guides share their knowledge with you.

Lion Sands Fly In Safari

4 Days / 3 Nights

A 4-day safari that includes the Lion Sands River Lodge located in the Lion Sands Reserve is situated in one of the finest wilderness areas in the Southern Kruger National Park region, our most popular Kruger Park fly-in safari.

Timbavati Self Drive Safari

6 Days / 5 Nights

A six-day safari to without a doubt one of the best private games reserves in Africa, this being the famous Timbavati (famed for the "White Lions") as well the Mpumalanga Scenic route.

Classic Kruger Camping

5 Days / 4 Nights

Camping in Kruger National Park on this 5-day safari starting and ending in Johannesburg. The famed Skukuza area of the Kruger is your home over the 4 nights where the sounds of nature and the roar of lions surround one at all times.

Timbavati Fly In Safari

4 Days / 3 Nights

A 4 Day fly-in Safari to what is without a doubt our favourite lodges in the Timbavati Reserve, and that is Motswari Lodge, with the chance to spot the Big 5 including Lion, Rhino, Leopard, Elephant and buffalo as well as Cheetah amongst others.

Nottens Fly In Safari

3 Days / 2 Nights

Fly into Nottens Bush Camp directly from Johannesburg on this tailor-made 3 Day safari, Nottens is one of the finest family run lodges in South Africa, and certainly the best-kept secret in the Sabi Sand Game Reserve.