Marloth Park
Welcome to Lion Roar Safaris (Pty) Ltd – AWARD WINNING TOUR OPERATOR AND KRUGER NATIONAL PARK SAFARI SPECIALIST
We are a safari operator specializing in safaris with an open safari vehicle in the Kruger National Park.
Many of our foreign and local guests have asked us many questions with regards to accommodation in Marloth Park, what to do in Marloth Park, activities in Marloth Park and how to book a safari from Marloth Park to Kruger National Park to mention but a few.
For this reason, we have decided to put together some useful information about Marloth Park covering topic such as; self-drive from Marloth Park to Kruger National Park, shops in Marloth Park etc.
Where is Marloth Park in Mpumalanga?
Marloth Park is situated between the town of Malelane and Komatipoort in Mpumalanga. You will drive through the town of Malelane on your way to Marloth Park. Malelane is a small farm town situated near the N4 highway. Most of the farms in this area produce sugarcane.
Marloth Park is also very popular, due to the fact that a small section of Marloth Park borders the south of the Kruger National Park. Secondly, it is also a very convenient stop over for people going on a safari from Marloth Park to Kruger National Park, or even traveling to Mozambique or Eswatini.
Driving from Nelspruit (also known as Mbombela) you will drive to Marloth Park via the N4 Toll route. It will take you at least 1h and 30min from Nelspruit to Marloth Park (97.9km). Before you enter the town of Malelane, you will pass through the N4 Malelane Toll Plaza. Please make sure you have a Toll gate pass or cash in hand to pay your toll fees. Have a look online to see what the current toll fees are if you are uncertain.
- Johannesburg to Marloth Park will take you 5h and 7min (437.3km) via the N12 and N4
- Pretoria to Marloth Park will take you 4h 42min (410.7km) via the N4
- Durban to Marloth Park will take you 8h 44min (756,2km) via the R33
- Driving from Malelane to Marloth Park will take you 37min (36,9km) via the N4
- Marloth gets plenty of Mozambican citizens visiting the area as well. It will take you 2h 3min (127,6km) from Maputo to Marloth Park via the N4
Traveling from Marloth Park to Kruger National Park’s Crocodile Bridge Gate will only take you a couple of minutes. It is about 18km from Marloth Park Second Entrance Gate to Kruger National Park. It will also depend where in Marloth Park you are staying.
About Marloth Park
Marloth Park is a 3000 hectare wildlife sanctuary hosting general game species such as zebra, kudu, giraffe, impala and warthogs to mention but a few. Marloth Park was founded in 1977 and was named after a German botanist, Rudolf Marloth.
When you visit Marloth Park, you will feel as if you are in the heart of the African bush. Enjoy the African bush, the lush acacias and the abundance of plants, wild flowers and animals within the boundaries of Marloth Park.
There are a variety of accommodation options in Marloth Park such as lodges, guest houses and family homes that one can rent. Accommodation in Marloth Park is unfenced but the main perimeter line is fenced off, separating the Kruger National Park from Marloth Park.
Being next to the Kruger National Park is a huge advantage for visitors in the area. You can explore Marloth Park on foot, by car or on bicycle. Walk along the perimeter fence bordering Kruger National Park, who knows maybe you are lucky and you see some of the Big Five animals!
The second advantage being so close to the Kruger National Park is; at night you can sit around a camp fire in the comfort of Marloth and yet you will still be able to hear lions roar in the distance of the night. (The sound of a roaring lion can travel several kilometers at night).
Marloth Park is a great holiday destination for tourists, family, friends or nature lovers. It is also a perfect stop-over destination for people traveling to and from Mozambique or Kruger National Park.
Booking a safari from Marloth Park to Kruger National Park
As a safari specialist, we know the popularity of people wanting to go on safari in the world-renowned Kruger National Park.
For more information about safari in Kruger National Park as well as rates, please visit www.lionroarsafaris.co.za or email info@lionroarsafaris.co.za
Lion Roar Safaris offers upmarket safaris at affordable rates…
One should most definitely go on a safari in Africa with an open safari vehicle at least once in your life! Did you know? The Kruger National Park is not only the largest nature reserve in South Africa stretching 2 million hectares, but it is also Home to the Big Five animals; namely the elephant, buffalo, rhino, leopard and of course the almighty king of the jungle, the lion.
Going on safari with an open safari vehicle and being guided by a professional and knowledgeable Field Guide that knows the Kruger very well, is certainly an advantage and it increases your chances to find more wildlife.
Being on an open safari vehicle gives you a unique experience, unlike any other! Firstly, being on the back of an open safari vehicle, gives you a huge height advantage to see further into the bush. It also brings you closer to nature. Feel the wind in your hair while you drive through the African landscape; get up close and personal with wild animals.
Now the question is how to book a safari from Marloth Park to Kruger National Park.
- Click here for information on how to BOOK your safari.
Before you book your safari from Marloth Park to Kruger National Park, you surely want to have a look at the rates and package options, yes?
- Read more here about our services and rates
- Read more here about our Kruger overnight safari packages
More relevant information about booking a safari in the Kruger National Park or booking a safari from Marloth Park to Kruger National Park.
Day tours from Marloth Park to Kruger National Park
A day tour is the same as a full day safari in Kruger National Park from Marloth Park, as per the above information. Day tours refer to the term ‘full day” or in this case a full day safari in Kruger National Park, departing from Marloth Park.
Accommodation in Marloth Park
There are huge selections of accommodation options in Marloth Park Mpumalanga to choose from. Depending on your budget and needs, you will certainly find something that is right for you!
Accommodation in Marloth Park ranges from full-on self-catering units or family homes that one can rent to anything from a 2-star to a 5-star lodges, B&B and Guest Houses.
Have a look at this self-catering option. The owners are reliable and friendly. (We have personally booked and stayed in this house on two occasions, not so long ago) Visit – Savanna Pride Marloth Park Email: savannapride.marloth@gmail.com or Call: 082 940 9895
Have a look at these websites for more accommodation options in Marloth Park:
Restaurants in Marloth Park
Even though most of the accommodation options in Marloth Park are self-catering, there are a couple of restaurant options available in Marloth Park, if you don’t feel like cooking.
Here are the best restaurants in Marloth Park according to Tripadvisor users
Each restaurant in Marloth Park is unique in its own way. Tripadvisor can really help you by reading the restaurant reviews. This way you can find the restaurant that is perfect for you.
Self-drive from Marloth Park to Kruger National Park
Self-drive from Marloth Park to Kruger or in the Kruger National Park is certainly possible. If you have your own vehicle and you are not intimidated to drive in new areas or to read a map, you will be fine.
We suggest that you do some research of Kruger National Park before you embark on a self-drive in Kruger National Park South Africa. Find out when you want to visit Kruger National Park. CLICK HERE for more information about when the best time is to visit Kruger National Park.
Some ideas to consider:
When you do self-drive in Kruger, plan your day according to the bush
This being said, keep in mind that during 24-hours, there are four peak activity times in the animal kingdom; namely early morning, day time, late afternoon and of course night time. As a specialist in the safari industry, we can certainly recommend planning your self-drive in Kruger National Park during the early mornings and late afternoons. This is when the animals are most active. Drive during these times and go to camp, have a picnic, go for a swim or have an afternoon nap during the heat of the day.
Make use of every stop opportunity, especially toilet stops
If you have been to the Kruger National Park, you will know that getting out of your vehicle at any time, is strictly prohibited. You can only legally get out of your vehicle at designated stop points where it states that you are allowed to get out of your vehicle. You are of course allowed to get out of your vehicle at any picnic site or rest camp.
Keeping this in mind, make sure you stop at every available and legal stop point. Get adequate leg-stretch opportunity, visit the toilet, refresh and hydrate.
Drive slowly and keep to the speed limit
If you want to find the most wildlife, you are going to have to drive relatively slow at all times. Please keep to the speed limits at all times.
When searching for wildlife, maintain a slow speed at all times, scanning the bush to make sure you do not miss anything. Driving slow will give you a better chance in finding more animals and also keep the safety of the animals in mind.
These are only a few tips to keep in mind when doing a self-drive in Kruger National Park.
Advantages of a self-drive in Kruger National Park
- Plan your own routes and spend time with things that you are interested in.
- Enjoy the flexibility of keeping to your own time schedule.
Disadvantages of a self-drive in Kruger National Park
- If you don’t know the area well and you get intimidated by maps, you might get lost in the Park.
- Not knowing the area that well will make it more challenging finding certain species of wildlife.
- Driving with a normal vehicle and not a safari vehicle, means you won’t enjoy the nice height advantage of the back of the open safari vehicle and also no benefits of being guided by an experienced Field Guide.
Shopping in Marloth Park
If you stay over or just visiting Marloth Park, you can rest assure that there will be some shopping opportunities available to buy some necessities that you may need or that you may have forgotten. The are convenient stores where you can buy almost anything from freshly baked bread, to eggs, bacon, cheese, wood, cigarettes and more.
Marloth Park also has a Bottle Store as well as a Butchery where you can buy biltong or braai meat. You will also find a Post Office in Marloth Park as well as a Gift Shop, a Hair Salon and a Petrol Station to name but a few.
These places mentioned do not offer a huge selection but you can certainly buy the necessities you need.
Activities and things to do in Marloth Park
- Go for a walk in Marloth Park – with the park being fenced, it is quite safe to walk on foot. Please do keep in mind that there are many people in the area, so please be mindful with the valuables you carry with you. Avoid being a target!
- Take your bird books and binoculars with and enjoy some birding opportunities. There are about 505 species of birds in the Kruger and with Marloth Park bordering a section of the Kruger it can make for a great birding location.
- Cycling through Marloth Park – be mindful and safe when riding your bicycle in Marloth Park.
- Self-drive through Marloth Park
- Book a safari in Kruger National Park with an open safari vehicle – contact us today to book
- Do self-drive in Kruger National Park
- Go on a night safari from Crocodile Bridge in Kruger National Park
- Sit around the campfire and BBQ to your heart’s content
- Walk the perimeter fence dividing Marloth Park and Kruger National Park
We do hope this answered at least some of your questions you had about Marloth Park, Mpumalanga, South Africa.
YES! We offer affordable Kruger National Park safaris
Our rates include the following:
Please note:
Our area of operation covers Nelspruit and surrounding areas, White River | Malelane | Hazyview | Komatipoort | Marloth Park | Kruger National Park | KMI Airport | Skukuza Airport.
Please contact us if your accommodation falls outside of our area of operation.
We also conduct safari tours in the North of Kruger upon request and need. You also have the option to hire the safari vehicle privately, email us to find out more. Additionally, you have the option to add your Kruger entrance/conservation fees when you make your booking so you don’t have to go to the office on the morning of the safari to make payment for entrance fees.
Important articles you should read: CLICK on the LINKS below for more information!
- What is the duration of a full day safari/ How many hours is a full day safari in Kruger National Park and why?
- Read all about Children on safari, the do’s and don’ts, safety, rules & regulations etc.
- General Rules and regulations and good safari etiquette
- Reasons why you should visit South Africa
- Things you need to know when planning a trip to South Africa
- How tipping in South Africa works
- What to bring and pack for a Safari
- When is the best time to go on Safari in Kruger National Park?
- How to book a Kruger National Park safari to Kruger from Nelspruit | White River | Hazyview | Malelane?
- The benefits of going on a Guided safari with an open safari vehicle to Kruger National Park
- Is it safe to visit the Kruger National Park?
- All about Malaria in South Africa and Kruger National Park
REVIEWS
World-class safari operatorMy mother and I travelled to Nelspruit to do a one-day safari inside Kruger. Our guest villa (Utopia in Africa – amazing stay!) told us about Lion Roar Safaris – from the moment I contacted Liz to book a guided safari with them until Luzille (our guide) dropped us off it was world class service! The safari is split in three, you do a few hours before breakfast, a few hours before lunch and then drive towards the end of the tour. Besides being able to rest with this type of schedule we also appreciated all the different detours in the park we were able to do. This operator is passionate about the animals, the park and their customers. They are very knowledgeable in both big things and small things regarding the park and the animals. I hope to come back someday, my only regret is that we didn’t book one more day.
Fantastic experience
We really enjoyed our safari with Liz and the web photographer. They pointed out many sightings which we would never have seen on our own. We saw 3 leopards, many elephants, rhinos, cape buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, hippos and different types of antelopes and birds.
They provided binoculars which helped a lot, especially when observing the leopards in the reed!
The service is top: on time, friendly, very informative and you get a feeling how much they enjoy “going the extra mile” for the customer. They tried to keep ahead of the crowd and do not enter thru Numbi gate which is usually very crowded. Its great the park fee is included in the price because then you do not need to queue at the entrance like in the case of some of the other operators. We will definitely recommend you!
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Great services! Amazing commmentsThe guide was very friendly and helpful!
She really knew the way around the park and we were able to see a big variety of animals
Great services! Amazing commmentsA wonderful bush and animal experienceOur family, including children and grandchildren, recently went on a full day Lion Roar Safari experience in the Kruger National Park. What an amazing, unforgettable experience in the most positive sense. Our guide/ranger, Lizelle, was extremely knowledgeable, professional and responsible, showing a deep personal respect for the bush, the wild animals and the rules. We saw everything, from a group of ‘gompou’, to a young leopard hunting and several prides of lion, spotted hyena, bush pigs, a jackal, not to mention the elephants, deer, giraffe and kudu. We warmly appreciated the snug ponchos that were provided so thoughtfully against the cold and wind. We made wonderful memories and have stacks of special photos to prove it. Thanks a million!
The guide was very friendly and helpful!
She really knew the way around the park and we were able to see a big variety of animals
Great services! Amazing commmentsSo much more than expected!!Wow! Just had an incredible 2 day safari from Lion Roar. Our guide Liz was so knowledgeable, helpful and friendly we thoroughly enjoyed the experience and saw so much including the big 5. I would highly recommend and would use again.
The guide was very friendly and helpful!
She really knew the way around the park and we were able to see a big variety of animals
Super accommodating and informative.Liz was super patient in making sure we get the morning bush walk and night drive within limited dates. They know lots about every animal we saw. I love that they provide parkas for their guests because it gets super chilly as the truck moves. Their truck is clean and not loud like other trucks which tend to scare the animals away.
Spectacular day in the Mighty Kruger!Even if the weather was cold during the day, the spectacular sightings we had made up for it all. Luckily this company is not one of those that rush from one big sighting to another but rather take it at a slower pace and therefore not miss even the small things like some bird species and trees and plants, lizards and much more.
Oh and I am so glad their Photographer was also on board with her very sharp eye sight. She spotted plenty of animals where the rest of us missed them…especially that Cheetah! And she took the most beautiful pictures (and some short videos clips) of all our sightings that day. We were surely one lucky group of people seeing all those magnificent wildlife, especially the Elephant Calves, Wild Dogs as well as Hyena Pups!
Oh and let’s not forget the snack bags that was packed for us!!
The Guide was very informative and interactive with our group. Evidently her kindness and helpfulness is not only restricted to the time a guest is on her vehicle still busy on the Tour but even helping when one of our group members was staying over at a place in the Kruger Park, she assisted him from booking in at the camp to taking him to where he would be staying, to briefly showing him around on what is where and available to him in the camp. And this all took merely a few minutes.
I would definitely be recommending Lion Roar Safaris.
Best experience ever!
Lizelle was very informative and made sure we had the best views of all the animals!
Lizelle was the most amazing tour guide. She knew everything about the animals and gave us plenty of time to take photos and ask questions while still ensuring that we saw 4 of the big 5. She was just as excited as we were to view the animals. Without using a radio she was knowledgeable enough to know where to look and how to spot the animals even in the summer bush. Liz was there to help point out animals as well. We were pleasantly surprised to have two guides to make this experience incredible. The vehicle was as impeccable as the guides. They even provided snacks that can easily substitute lunch. The cherry on top is the fleece lined ponchos that kept us warm as it was a bit chilly and a little rainy.
Amazing safari and the best guide!We did a lot of research and chose Lion’s Roar based on it and were spot on with our choice! To my own shame, I cannot remember the name of our guide because it’s been a few months since he experience, but she truly rocked – she was knowledgable, funny and easygoing.
We got very-very lucky on the day we went and saw elephants, rhinos, wild dogs, hippos, numerous birds and other animals. We went again just with friends and saw hardly anything, so do yourself a favor and book with these guys!
We loved it!Liz was so great! Without a doubt, she made our trip a lot better than it would have been otherwise. She was knowledgeable and really wanted us to have a good time.
Professional, great knowledge of all types of Wildlife, friendly and affordable!
Friendly, professional, safari guides
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Best safari company in the Kruger!I want to congratulate Lion Roar Safaris once again for taking me on safari to the Kruger.
I had a spur of the moment urge to go on a safari. Even though it was a last minute booking, they were stil happy to accommodate me.
It’s always nice to just sit back and relax while everything is taken care of. For me, it is always a special occasion going to the Park. It’s the perfect opportunity to relax and recharge my batteries. Best of all, I learn something new everytime I go with Lion Roar Safaris.
Every safari with this company is unique. Everyone should do a guided safari with them atleast once in their lives otherwise you are missing out!
Keep up the good work Lion Roar and see you again soon for another safari adventure!
Wonderful safari experience in the Kruger National Park!What an experience. The finer touch and extra service makes it very special. Neat vehicle and well organised logistics. Knowlegable, friendly and professional two ladies. Highly recommended. This safari in the National Kruger Park was definitely a highlight of my year. Well done !
Memorable Father’s Day in the Kruger National ParkUsually I end up in the beautiful Nelspruit to see clients and to deal with work-related responsibilities. This year, my husband and I returned for a well-deserved holiday break. Yes, we came back and it is our second time doing a safari with Lion Roar Safaris, but this time I brought along the kids, my father and mother. One big happy family outing!
We booked the safari on Father’s Day, so my dad can enjoy the Kruger yet again. He hasn’t been to the Kruger for many years, let alone go on safari in an open safari vehicle. Everyone enjoyed it immensely, especially the kids who simply adore all animals.
My dad walks with a walking stick and my mother struggles to see & both of them make use of hearing aids. For this reason, we decided to book the safari vehicle privately so we don’t have to share with other people and if the kids misbehave or granny or grandpa can’t hear, we can talk a bit louder. (Even though we know that their company is child and elderly friendly). I’m glad my husband advised me to book it privately, it made it more special.
I just want to thank the team at Lion Roar Safaris once again. Everything from start to finish was great! I would also like to thank you for the extra touches you provide to make things comfortable, for example, the extra step that helped mom and dad get on the vehicle, the ponchos and most importantly the patience and professionalism of the guide.
We will keep coming back!
Marvellous safari experience in KrugerI have visited South Africa before and this year I decided to bring a group of friends with me. One of the MUST DO things everyone wanted to do was going on safari to Kruger.
So, I searched the web and visited the website of a guest house we stayed at previously in Nelspruit and they have a safari company listed on their things to do page. Automatically I clicked on it because the guest house was wonderful so I trust their judgement. So it turned out Lion Roar Safaris has the friendliest and most helpful staff working in the office as they answered all our questions we had and arranged everything exactly like we wanted it.
Lion Roar arranged accommodation for the 8 of us (outside of the park). The accommodation was neat, clean and modern with a yummy dinner included. The following morning the friendly Guide came to pick us up with a very neat safari vehicle. (I must admit I was quite impressed)
To keep things short, Lion Roar Safaris exceeded our expectations. Everything was seamless, professional and well planned, from the arrangements with the office, the accommodation, pick-up, transfers, payments, to the pre-arranged catered picnic at one of the picnic spots – which was absolutely fabulous may I add – to all the information we received during the day that included information about animals, conservation, anti-poaching efforts to mention but a few.
I would strongly recommend Lion Roar Safaris to anyone, whether you want to go on a private safari or arrange a special safari like ours with friends, or just because, do it! You won’t regret it and I’m sure you will come back for more. I know I will…
Thank you once again Lion Roar Safaris!
Fantastic Safari ExperienceMy family and I enjoyed a safari experience with Lion Roar Safaris recently. We had an amazing time! Liz and Lizelle took fantastic care of us and went out of their way to make sure my elderly grandmother was comfortable. Their personal touches like the ponchos and the snack boxes were greatly appreciated. They were very knowledgeable and answered all of our questions. We all learned so much! I highly recommend them to anybody wanting to enjoy a unique Kruger Park experience.
Great experienceThe team went out of their way to ensure we enjoy our game drive and we manages to see 4 of the big 5’s which was impressive
Romantic Private Kruger SafariHad the most Amazing Private tour of the Kruger National Park.
We had an early morning which was Beautiful from the moment Liezel picked us up from our hotel in Nelspruit until the end when she dropped us off.
Even though we didn’t see any cats of the day, we had to accept that we will only see what The Kruger decides to give on that day.
He knowledge of the animals and the park makes You want to know more and shows how much passion she has for the animals.
We even forgot by the end of the tour that we did not see any cats(LOL).
I will Definitely do more tours with Lion Roar Safaris and will recommend it to anyone I know that wants to do a tour of The Kruger National Park.
A Great big Shout to Liz for the seamless booking a few days before the tour and once again to Liezel for a Great tour of The Kruger National Park…
Some of the services Lion Roar Safaris Offer…
Upmarket Luxury Safaris I Tailored Safaris I Professional Personal Holiday Photographer I Hire a Professional Field Guide I Hire a Private Safari Vehicle I Accommodation in and around Kruger I Photographic Safaris I Safari catering – picnic lunches, dinners and BBQ’s and more…
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