• MalaMala Camp

    MalaMala Camp is one of the Sabi Sand’s most iconic safari destinations, offering a classic, immersive wildlife experience on one of Africa’s richest private reserves. Set along the Sand River, the camp blends understated luxury with a timeless bush atmosphere, creating the perfect base for exceptional Big Five viewing. Spacious suites, warm hospitality, and expansive river-facing decks allow guests to enjoy comfort and tranquillity between game drives, while exclusive traversing rights over prime territory ensure consistently superb sightings and an unforgettable safari experience.

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FROM ZAR 24000 per person per night

★★★★✩ 4 Star

  • Accommodation
  • All meals and snacks
  • Drinks (excluding premium brands)
  • Game drives in open 4-wheel drive safari vehicles conducted by an experienced ranger
  • Nature walks
  • Transfers to and from the Mala Mala airstrip
  • Limited laundry service

MalaMala Camp, located in the heart of the renowned Sabi Sand Game Reserve, is one of Africa’s most iconic safari destinations. The camp offers a unique combination of luxury and authentic bush living, set along the scenic Sand River. Guests can enjoy the tranquil atmosphere, elegant accommodations, and river-facing decks while being immersed in the sights and sounds of the African wilderness.

The camp is famed for its exceptional Big Five game viewing, with expert guides providing unforgettable encounters with lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos, and buffalo. Morning and afternoon game drives, along with walking safaris, allow guests to explore the rich and diverse habitats of the reserve. MalaMala’s exclusive access to prime wildlife territory ensures consistently superb sightings, making each safari experience unique and memorable.

Accommodations at MalaMala Camp are designed for both comfort and intimacy, with spacious suites that blend seamlessly into the bush environment. Guests can relax in style between game drives, enjoying fine dining, attentive service, and the peaceful sounds of the wilderness. With its combination of luxury, wildlife abundance, and expert guiding, MalaMala Camp delivers an unforgettable safari adventure that lingers in memory long after departure.

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Located at Sabi Sands Game Reserve
  • The impressive dining in safari style
  • Magnificent views across the river
  • A small fitness facility
  • Exclusive types of activities
  • Big 5 game viewing & birding

Facilities

General

  • 24-hour Security
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Library
  • Mobile Connectivity
  • Secure Parking
  • Pool
  • Private Vehicle

ROOM TYPE

Luxury Suite

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Available: 10 Suites

Unit Sleeps: 2 adults

Check-in: From 12:00 PM

Check-out: To 11:00 AM

FEATURES

  • Air Conditioning
  • Fan
  • En-Suite
  • Outside Shower
  • Hair Dryer
  • Pure Cotton Linen
  • Dressing Gowns
  • Mini Bar
  • Tea / Coffee
  • Complementary Wi-Fi
  • Balcony / Deck
  • Laundry Service
  • Fridge
  • Safe
  • Television
  • Heater
  • Electrical Outlets
  • Wheelchair friendly

RATES

FROM ZAR 24000 per person per night

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ROOM TYPE

Luxury Room

Sabi Sand Lodges - Umkumbe Safari Lodge

Available: 8 Rooms

Unit Sleeps: 2 adults

Check-in: From 12:00 PM

Check-out: To 11:00 AM

FEATURES

  • Air Conditioning
  • Fan
  • En-Suite
  • Outside Shower
  • Hair Dryer
  • Pure Cotton Linen
  • Dressing Gowns
  • Mini Bar
  • Tea / Coffee
  • Complementary Wi-Fi
  • Balcony / Deck
  • Laundry Service
  • Fridge
  • Safe
  • Television
  • Heater
  • Electrical Outlets
  • Wheelchair friendly

RATES

FROM ZAR 22680 per person per night

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Activities

Experience unforgettable early morning game drives in open 4×4 vehicles, departing at dawn and dusk—prime wildlife viewing hours—with only six guests per vehicle to ensure exceptional sightings. Expert rangers, deeply knowledgeable and passionate about South Africa’s flora and fauna, guide every safari with insight and enthusiasm. In addition to morning excursions, you can enjoy afternoon game drives and immersive guided bush walks, offering a deeper connection to the wilderness. Between adventures, unwind at the pool or spa, or get active on the tennis court or in the gym, an unforgettable setting for both relaxation and fitness.

Experiences include:

  • Bush walks

  • Photographic safaris

  • Bird watching

  • Big 5

  • Morning and evening game drives

  • Rhino tracking

Rates

Category Rate Conditions Dates Room Type Board Basis Rate
Pay 3 Stay 4 Special Minimum 3-night stay.Excludes: 01 Apr – 31 Oct & 16 Dec – 09 Jan 01 Jan 2025 – 31 Dec 2025 Luxury Rooms Per person sharing From R22 680
Pay 3 Stay 4 Special Minimum 3-night stay.Excludes: 01 Apr – 31 Oct & 16 Dec – 09 Jan 01 Jan 2026 – 31 Dec 2026 Luxury Rooms Per person sharing From R26 100
Pay 3 Stay 4 Special Minimum 3-night stay.Excludes: 01 Apr – 31 Oct & 16 Dec – 09 Jan 01 Jan 2025 – 31 Dec 2025 Luxury Suites Per person sharing From R24 000
Pay 3 Stay 4 Special Minimum 3-night stay.Excludes: 01 Apr – 31 Oct & 16 Dec – 09 Jan 01 Jan 2026 – 31 Dec 2026 Luxury Suites Per person sharing From R27 600
Standard Rate — 01 Jan 2025 – 31 Dec 2025 Luxury Rooms Per person per night sharing From R22 680
Standard Rate — 01 Jan 2026 – 31 Dec 2026 Luxury Rooms Per person per night sharing From R26 100
Standard Rate — 01 Jan 2025 – 31 Dec 2025 Luxury Suites Per person per night sharing From R24 000
Standard Rate — 01 Jan 2026 – 31 Dec 2026 Luxury Suites Per person per night sharing From R27 600

INCLUDED IN THE RATES

  • Accommodation
  • All meals and snacks
  • Drinks (excluding premium brands)
  • Game drives in open 4-wheel drive safari vehicles conducted by an experienced ranger
  • Nature walks
  • Transfers to and from the Mala Mala airstrip
  • Limited laundry service
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Safari Life is highly recommended for a worry-free safari!

We booked a 4D3N stay in Sabi Sands and Kruger and it was an efficient, flawless, and stress-free coordination with Safari Life c/o Rochelle. She offered options to go with our budget until we came to the end result which offered us the most value for money. Safari Life made all the arrangements including our pick up and return to Johannesburg in a comfortable car. Our accommodations at Umkumbe River Lodge and Langa Langa Safari Camp are comfortable and secure. Umkumbe in particular offered light breakfast and sundowners during game drives which made the experience extra special. The food in both accommodations are superb, the staff so kind, and our game drive guides so knowledgeable especially Thomas in Langa Langa. Most important to note, we saw the Big 5 in this part of the Greater Kruger area in such a short stay! Rochelle who was our main contact with Safari Life has been very accommodating, flexible, and proactive in communicating arrangements. I truly appreciate that I felt her assistance and care from start to finish.

I highly recommend booking with this tour company!

★★★★★ 5/5

Reliable and supportive

Had an unforgettable experience in Kruger and Sabi Sand with my kids. Many thank to Rochelle for the excellent organization and support

★★★★★ 5/5

Rochelle always responded quickly whenever I had a question.

That Safari was amazing. We saw the big five and the experience was simply incredible. I’m very glad that I booked through SafariLife. Rochelle handled every all of the details. She always responded quickly throughout the process as I had several questions and needed clarification on some things. She made sure that everything was clear. The reservation and the transportation was all taken care of. Everything was handled from the time I arrived until the time I got on my flight to go home. I would definitely book with SafariLife again.

★★★★★ 5/5

Rochelle planned a flawless trip for me!

I didn’t do a lot of research myself, this safari was an afterthought add-on to my trip to SA for the Sardine Run. I made a few inquiries to different operators and Rochelle answered me right away. Her communication through the entire planning and booking process was excellent. She always answered my questions quickly and provided lots of details.

She put together an itinerary that matched my budget and gave me some variation with game drives in Kruger National Park as well as Sabi Sands. I’m really pleased I did both, they were quite different from each other and both very good experiences.

All the transportation between Johannesburg and the lodges as well as between lodges went perfectly smoothly as planned.

As a solo traveler that usually does everything on my own, it was a welcomed break to have someone else do all the organizing! I felt very well taken care of.
★★★★★ 5/5

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