Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge: Winter Breakaways

A wild, wintery wonderland awaits you. Just a two-hour drive from Joburg lies one of the most unforgettable bush getaways South Africa has on offer. Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge, conveniently located on the border of the Big-5 Pilanesberg National Park, is the ideal bush breakaway for families and friends this winter. Plus, stand the chance of winning a wild 2-night family getaway for 4 at this amazing destination! Keep reading to find out how to enter.

Location, location, location!

When it comes to location, the Pilanesberg is a cut above some of the other national parks in South Africa. Close to Joburg and an easy drive from Lanseria Airport, the park and Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge form part of the ecologically rich transition zone between the Kalahari and the Lowveld.

The park itself is part of an extinct volcanic crater and is a picturesque spread of undulating hills, rocky outcrops, and grasslands. With just over 57 000 hectares, the Pilanesberg is the fourth largest game reserve in South Africa and Kwa Maritane is found right at the entrance to one of its main gates.

Family Comes First

Kwa Maritane and its facilities and activities make it an easy choice for families. Kids can spend hours just frolicking in the pool just going up and down the slide, playing on the jungle gyms, or taking part in the resort’s special Junior Rangers programme.

The programme aims to educate children about the fauna and flora of the local area and comprises of a fun range of activities for them to actively take part in. The resort also offers ever-popular snake demonstrations and activities such as rock climbing and tennis. Mealtimes are always fun for kids with a daily dessert station, allowing them to build their own waffles and pancakes with.

Where to Sleep?

The choice of accommodation at Kwa Maritane ranges to suit each guest and their individual needs. For those looking for a real break from the daily routine, there is a plethora of hotel rooms to book on a dinner, bed and breakfast basis.

The choices range from garden facing twin, king or family rooms, with easy access to the resort and its facilities, or selected park-facing rooms where you might just be treated to a wildlife sighting. All rooms have a balcony/patio from which you can enjoy your morning coffee while soaking up the sounds of the bush beyond.

What to Do?

Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge caters to all. Start the day with a game drive – you can self-drive or join the resort’s experienced rangers on an open game vehicle. After a scrumptious breakfast in the restaurant overlooking the water hole, enjoy a game of tennis, then relax on the comfortable couches in the cocktail lounge while overlooking the park.

Experience a game walk on foot with a qualified guide, or book into the world-class Legacy Balance spa for a massage. Finally, end the day off with a short game drive into the park where you can enjoy a delicious boma dinner around the fire while being completely immersed in nature.

Mouthwatering Cuisine

Centred around the “The Big Rock” that Kwa Maritane is named after, the Kwa Lefikeng Restaurant is an ideal dining space. The restaurant offers guests the choice of a buffet or an A La Carte menu with an extensive selection of dishes, including some traditional favourites. Guests can choose to dine inside or outside.

On Wednesdays and Saturdays, Kwa Maritane offers guests a unique dinner dining experience under the stars. Be escorted into the reserve by our rangers where you will enjoy a beautiful boma dinner set around the fire and illuminated by the golden glow of lanterns.

How to Book

Prime game-viewing time is in winter as the summer grass and trees shed their fullness and allow more opportunity for game to be spotted. Pilanesberg’s mild winter climate, free from rain and its warm winter sun, make for the ideal time to visit.

Bookings are essential, especially ahead of the upcoming holidays, so for more information on Kwa Maritane and to book your holiday, you can visit the website.