Needles Safari Lodge offers guests the opportunity to experience the ultimate safari holiday. Located in close proximity to the Kruger National Park and other scenic attractions of the area, this accommodation in Marloth Park is the ideal departure point from which to explore the South African bushveld.
Kruger National Park Game Drives
The Kruger National Park is home to a plethora of wildlife, birdlife and a variety of plants and smaller mammals that will entice nature lovers and adventurers alike. Guests lodging at Needles can depart from the accommodation to enjoy a full-day safari with a qualified professional guide in either an open-raised or air-conditioned vehicle, or opt for a fabulous sunset drive.
While on safari, guests will be able to the famous Big 5 (elephant, leopard, African buffalo, lion and rhino), as well as zebra, giraffe, hippo, kudu, hyena, African wild dog, cheetah, various smaller mammals and an abundance of birdlife. Night drives are also quite popular and include sightings of owl species, genets and other elusive animals that only wander out after dark.
All safari game drives in Kruger National Park can be arranged through Needles Lodge.
Kruger National Park Morning Walk
For guests wanting to get up close and personal to nature, a morning walk through the Kruger National Park is a must. Two armed and trained rangers take up to 8 people out into the bush for 3 to 4 hours, and if you are lucky, may just be lucky enough to have a Big 5 experience on foot to really get your adrenaline going!
Tiger Fishing
Avid fishermen can take on a tiger fishing excursion and face the fearsome game fish known for putting up a fight. The Komati River, only 20 minutes from Needles Lodge, offers the perfect location to catch one of these awesome specimens. A professional guide, licenses, equipment, bait and your transfers are included to ensure you have a great experience.
Panorama Route Tour
The Panorama Route will entice guests with a love of nature and natural splendour. Experience the breathtaking beauty of rock formations, picturesque waterfalls, landscapes and magnificent views of the Blyde River Canyon, God’s Window and Bourke’s Luck Potholes, as well as Pilgrims Rest, situated in the Lowveld Escarpment. The lodge can arrange the tour, which includes a stop for lunch.
Day Trip to Swaziland or Mozambique
Guests can enjoy the great culture of Swaziland or Mozambique by embarking on a full-day trip through the areas. Both tours include stops at villages for interactions, delicious cuisine and education, as well as local craft markets and traditional attractions.
Marloth Park Activities
Guests residing at Needles Safari Lodge can walk or a jog in the bush and along the Crocodile River and potentially spot majestic wildlife. Explore and learn about the different indigenous trees, grasses and wildflowers growing in Marloth Park's 4300 hectares.
Sit with your binoculars at one of the hides or viewpoints, and see what strolls by. There are over 300 bird species taht have been recorded in Marloth Park, so twitchers will be happy to know that there are lots of birds to spot as well.
Needles Safari Lodge boasts a swimming pool and lounge area for guests in the mood to relax after a day of adventuring.
Marloth Park is a wildlife sanctuary located on the boundary of the Kruger National Park, where the African wilderness awaits....