Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge
Kwa Maritane is located on the slopes of an ancient volcano which offers guests all the amenities of a prime resort within the malaria-free Pilanesberg National Park. Pilanesberg is one of the largest volcanic complexes of its kind in the world.
Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge Highlights
Pilanesberg is one of the largest volcanic complexes of its kind in the world. Its rare rock types and structure make it a unique geological feature. A number of rare minerals can be found in the park. Pilanesberg National Park rates high amongst the world's outstanding geological phenomena. The early presence of man can be seen in numerous Stone and Iron Age sites that are scattered throughout the park. The very scenery of the park is a feast for the eye. Syenite koppies, thickly forested ravines, bushveld and rolling grasslands are found at Pilanesberg National Park. The park is ranked as the 4th largest of the national parks in South Africa.
- Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge is located within the heart of Pilanesberg National Park.
- Pilanesberg National Park is the 4th largest national park in South Africa.
- Pilanesberg National Park is a malaria-free area
- The lodge is the ideal getaway for bird watchers.
- Kwa Maritane is the perfect base from which to enjoy the rich diversity of indigenous flora and fauna of Africa - including the Big Five.
Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge Game Viewing and Activities
Pilanesberg National Park, which covers some 55 000 hectare, is the fourth largest in southern Africa. This malaria-free park is perched on the eroded vestiges of an alkaline volcanic crater - one of only three such craters in the world. On its undulating hills and everlasting open plains, guests can expect to see the Big Five, an abundance of other animals and over 360 species of bird. In addition to the Big Five, ther area is home to the nocturnal brown hyena, cheetah, hippo, crocodile and the rare sable antelope. These animals can be seen at any number of the surrounding waterholes and provide excellent game viewing. Guests can either brave it on foot, or seek asylum from the sun and bush under the canopy of a game watching vehicle. There is so much to do at neighbouring Sun City, should guests feel like the excitement of this lively holiday destination. Activities on offer include golf, tennis, squash, ten pin bowling, horse riding, visiting a crocodile farm, casino, and live entertainment venues. The National Park accommodates virtually every mammal of southern Africa and is also home to the Big Five, so guests are expected to enjoy magnificent sightings. See buffalo on regular occasions as they have taken shelter in the more remote areas of the Black Rhino Nature Reserve that is not accessible to any other visitor to the Park.
