Impala grazing outside the front door of Hakuna Matata, Marloth Park

Marloth Park · Mpumalanga · South Africa

Hakuna Matata

Hakuna Matata means no worries. Just memories to last a lifetime. Wildlife at your door, river sounds at night — 100 metres from Kruger National Park.

8.6 Fabulous · 42 reviews

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  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • ~ Private Pool
  • 100m from Kruger
  • Free WiFi
  • Free Parking
  • AC in All Rooms

About the property

Home from home
in the bush

Hakuna Matata is a spacious, fully-equipped holiday home set in Marloth Park, one of South Africa's most unique private nature reserves. The property sits just 100 metres from the electrified Kruger National Park fence — close enough to spot elephant, lion, and leopard on foot from behind the fence line.

With three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and space for six guests, it works equally well for families, couples, and small groups of friends. The upstairs viewing deck with BBQ overlooks the garden and bush, and the private pool is open year-round.

The Crocodile River runs just metres from the fence line — at night, the sound of the water and the bush is like nothing else in South Africa.

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Private swimming pool and deck at Hakuna Matata, Marloth Park
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Upstairs braai deck overlooking the bush at Hakuna Matata
Main bedroom with four poster king size bed
Downstairs lounge at Hakuna Matata
Fully equipped kitchen at Hakuna Matata
Kudu grazing in the front garden at Hakuna Matata

Why Hakuna Matata?

Steps from Kruger

Just 100 metres from the KNP electrified fence line and 15 minutes' drive from Crocodile Bridge gate. Walk the fence line and spot the Big Five — for free, every day.

Your Private Retreat

The whole house is yours: private pool, braai deck with Kruger views, air conditioning in every room, and a fully equipped kitchen. No shared facilities, no crowded lodges.

Wildlife at Your Door

Marloth Park is an unfenced private reserve — warthog, impala, kudu, and nyala wander past daily. Fall asleep to the sound of the Crocodile River.

Great Value for Groups

Sleeps 6 in three bedrooms — far better value than paying per-room in a Kruger lodge. Ideal for families, couples travelling together, or a small group of friends.

Two Kruger Gates

Choose between Crocodile Bridge gate (15 min) and Malalane gate — both within easy reach. More flexibility means more time inside the park.

Attentive Hosts

Guests consistently praise clear communication, easy check-in, and a house that has everything you need. Rated 8.6 Fabulous — 42 stays and counting.

Guest reviews

What guests say

8.6 Fabulous · 42 reviews on Booking.com

"Beautiful house for the family. Loved the amount of animals that came past during our visit. The sound of the river is just amazing — stunning location!"

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Sage

South Africa

"Location to KNP was ideal — options of entry from two park gates, Malalane or Crocodile Bridge. Marloth Park has a lot to offer on its own as well. The property has a very relaxing feel."

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Suyash

South Africa

"Great location, very beautiful home. Communication from owner was amazing. Would definitely recommend and stay again."

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Cherie

United Kingdom

Hakuna Matata, Marloth Park — private bush retreat near Kruger National Park

Location

15 minutes from Kruger National Park

15 min

to Crocodile Bridge gate

100m

from KNP fence line

4 km

to Marloth Park centre

2.7 mi

to Lionspruit Game Reserve

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