MalaMala Game Reserve

MalaMala Game Reserve is situated in the eastern part of South Africa in the province of Mpumalanga. It shares a common border of 19km / 12 miles with the Kruger National Park and is part of a conservation gene pool that covers 5.5 million acres of land in the heart of the South African Lowveld.

Rattray’s on MalaMala

Rattray’s on MalaMala represents a classical “into Africa” safari experience in keeping with MalaMala’s history of presenting an authentic view of wildlife in Africa to the discerning traveler.

Facilities within the main elegant building incorporate a viewing deck, an air-conditioned library providing a refuge for the literary devotee, an attractive bar showcasing the history of the area and an adjoining wine cellar stocked with a wide range of South Africa’s best wines.

Suite Accommodations

The Rattray’s camp experience is exclusive, with each of the eight comfortable 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 (512k wireless link via sattelite conection) and satellite television.

The Suites at a glance

• 8 Luxury Suites with magnificent views of the Sand River
• Separate his and hers bathrooms
• Indoor and outdoor private dining
• An adjoining wooden deck with an outside shower and a private plunge pool
• Private garden area
• Full telephone, satellite television, e-mail and internet facilities
• Full range of guest amenities including bar, safe etc.
• Rattray's Camp at a glance
• 8 Luxury Suites
• Reception area with guests’ loo
• Library
• Bar
• Outside deck / lounge
• Dining room with adjoining covered deck f or outdoor dining
• Swimming pool with change room facilities
• Massage room
• Gymnasium
• Boma
• Golf Carts for guests who do not want to walk back to rooms
• Laundry Service

Situated at the southern end of the MalaMala Camp in a prime elevated position overlooking the Sand River and surrounding bush, the Sable Camp is an ideal retreat for the more reclusive traveller who prefers privacy and exclusivity. The Sable Camp accommodates 14 guests in 5 luxury suites and the Lions Den - a 2 bedroomed, spacious luxury suite with magnificent views, accommodation 4 guests.

The Sable Camp at a gla

• 5 luxury thatched suites
• The Lions Den
• Separate “his” and “hers” bathrooms per suite.
• Full range of guest amenities.
• Heated towel rails.
• Insect proof screening on all windows.
• Mini bar in each bedroom.
• Mini safe in each bedroom.
• Hair dryers.
• Bath robes.
• Shaver plugs.
• Insect repellent supplied in all bedrooms and on all vehicles.
• Daily New York Times Fax.
• Private verandahs overlooking the surrounding bush.
• Purified water.
• Maximum number of guests per game viewing vehicle is 6.
• The Monkey Club - DVD Den/Library.
• Internet Connection and DVD Player
• Complimentary bottled Mount Anderson Spring water in each bedroom.
• Filtered swimming pool.
• Reed enclosed boma where dinner is served under the stars.
• International direct dial telephones in each bedroom - 24 hour service.
• Facsimile and e-mail facilities available.
• 24 - hour electricity with standby generator.
• 24 - hour air-conditioning and heating.
• Room service.
• Gymnasium.
• Separate tour guide’s accommodation.
• Complimentary laundry service (min. 2 nights only).
• Safari Bar featuring an international selection of beverages.
• Safari Boutique.
• Wine Cellar.
• Tea and coffee making facilities in each bedroom.
• Overhead fans

MalaMala is South Africa’s legendary and exclusive safari destination. Internationally acknowledged as “the top game viewing destination in the world”, it is set in beautiful surroundings on the banks of the Sand River.

The ochre coloured buildings are clustered amid shady trees and manicured lawns overlooking the Sand River. The individually decorated, spacious and comfortable rooms under traditional thatching, enjoy spectacular views 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 camp atmosphere, where the attention to detail for which Mala Mala is world famous is obvious.

The Disabled Suite

Mala Mala prides itself on being one of the few safari destinations which is able to offer a fully equipped disabled suite - designed in accordance with the Disabled People’s Information Service of South Africa and is in line with international standards. This luxurious suite boasts the following features:

• Ramp on entrance into the room.
• Master bedroom with two bathrooms en-suite.
• 24 hour temperature control.
• Elevated deck overlooking the bush.
• Separate bathroom which is able to comfortably accommodate a guest who is wheelchair bound. This includes a wheel-in shower with all the necessary fittings.
• Desk/ table surfaces specifically adjusted to the correct level at which a wheelchair is positioned.
• No loose rugs/ carpets which will impede the movement of a wheelchair.
• A separate lounge area which may be converted to a bedroom should a disabled guest require assistance from an accompanying nurse/ aid.

Game drives are conducted safely in a suitably equipped landrover.

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