MalaMala Sable Camp

Lodge Facilities

at Mala Mala Sable Camp, South Africa

Imbued with the spirit of MalaMala and sharing her soul, the Sable Camp is a more intimate version of MalaMala Main Camp and the choice for those seeking a more private and intimate safari. Situated at the southern end of the MalaMala Camp in a prime elevated position overlooking the Sand River and surrounding bushveld, Sable Camp accommodates a maximum of 14 guests. It may also be reserved exclusively for between 10 & 18 guests – but book early!

Each of the individually decorated, spacious and comfortable suites under traditional thatching occupies an idyllic vantage point and provides a platform from which to admire the unimpeded views.

An air-conditioned library has satellite television, internet connectivity and DVD player.

The safari bar and dining-room is also air-conditioned and a large wooden safari deck is the ideal vantage point from which to observe the steady flow of animal life at the Sand River’s edge while the Safari Deck overlooks the Sand River and surrounding bushveld.

There is a filtered Swimming Pool nestled in the flood plain below Sable Camp and a massage service is available on request.

Other facilities at MalaMala Sable Camp include a fully stocked wine-cellar houses a selection of some of South Africa’s finest wines and the Safari Boutique & Fitness Facility are located in the MalaMala Main Camp which is situated close by.

Safari Accommodation

at Mala Mala Sable Camp, South Africa

Sable Camp Luxury suites - each of the five suites at MalaMala Sable Camp have:-

“his” and “hers” bathrooms
24 hour temperature control
direct dial telephones
a mini-bar
a mini safe
Tea and coffee making facilities

Large rooms able to accommodate a third adult are available on request (no children under the age of 12 are allowed at MalaMala Sable Camp).

MalaMala Lions Den Suite situated at Sable Camp has 2 en-suite bedrooms (with facilities as above) separated by a large sitting room.

For an alternative intimate safari experience offering a glimpse of an era long past Rattray's on MalaMala accommodates a maximum of 8 guests.

MalaMala Disabled accommodation and MalaMala Family Rooms are available at MalaMala Main Camp.

Game Drives & Activities

at Mala Mala Sable Camp, Sabi Sand

Exciting Safari Activities: MalaMala Game Reserve has been in existence since 1927, this massive thriving tract of land produces the most exciting wildlife experience this side of the equator. MalaMala Game Reserve is the largest private Big Five game reserve in South Africa. Comprising 13 300 ha, MalaMala shares a 19 km (12 mile) unfenced border with the world-renowned Kruger National Park and lies sandwiched between the National Park and the Sabi Sand Reserve.

On arrival at the camps within the MalaMala Game Reserve, you will be introduced to your ranger and tracker team who will be your hosts, guides and educators during your stay with us. Whilst an itinerary will be suggested (as detailed below) to take advantage of the more comfortable temperature ranges and the enhanced game viewing opportunities, it is also important to have time to relax and enjoy the camp surroundings and commune with the environment.

Twice daily Big Five game-drives

Game drives are conducted in open 4-wheel drive safari vehicles in the 40,000 acre MalaMala Game Reserve with a maximum of 6 guests per vehicle. The rangers are in constant radio communication with one another to keep each other informed about the location of the game. Headsets are used for this purpose so as not to disturb the sounds of the African bush. The 4-wheel drive safari vehicles enable the rangers to leave the road and provide guests with close up game viewing and fantastic photographic opportunities. Night drives, with the aid of powerful spotlights, bring the bush to life at night.

Interpretive bush walks

The more energetic safari guests can explore the MalaMala Reserve on interpretive bush walks led by experienced rangers.

Enquiries: bookkruger@madbookings.com