3-Day Mala Mala - Best Big 5 Safari in the World

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Discover your own paradise at MalaMala Camp, nestled within the expansive MalaMala Game Reserve, renowned for delivering some of the most thrilling wildlife encounters. As one of South Africa's largest private Big Five reserves, MalaMala is a true sanctuary in the heart of the bushveld. The reserve enjoys a prime location, sharing a 19-kilometer (12-mile) unfenced boundary with the iconic Kruger National Park and lying perfectly between the National Park and the prestigious Sabi Sand Reserve.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival at MalaMala Game Reserve

Embark on your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Skukuza Airport. On arrival, meet the representative who will transfer you to the stunning MalaMala Camp. Settle into your luxury room, offering comfort and breathtaking views of the surrounding wilderness.

After a light lunch, meet your experienced ranger and embark on your first afternoon game drive in an open 4-wheel-drive safari vehicle. Marvel at the diverse wildlife, including potential sightings of the Big Five, as the bush comes alive in the golden glow of sunset. Stop for sundowners in the wild before continuing the drive into the evening, searching for nocturnal animals.

Return to camp for a gourmet dinner under the stars and relax to the sounds of the African night.

Day 2: Wildlife & Luxury

Awake to the gentle call of the wild and head out on a morning game drive to explore the expansive reserve. Your ranger will track wildlife, providing insights into animal behavior and the intricate ecosystem. Enjoy a hearty breakfast at the camp afterward.

Mid-morning, stop for coffee in the bush and soak in the tranquility of your surroundings. Return to camp for lunch and leisure time, during which you can unwind on the camp's deck or enjoy a beverage of your choice.

In the late afternoon, embark on another exhilarating game drive. Witness the transition from day to night as predators prepare for the hunt. Return to camp to enjoy pre-dinner drinks in the lounge and a sumptuous meal paired with fine South African wines.

Day 3: Nature Walk & Departure

Start your final day with an early morning game drive, experiencing the wildlife at its busiest, gathering food before the African sun is out.

After the game drive, enjoy a leisurely breakfast before packing and preparing for your departure. You will be transferred back for your flights to Johannesburg, OR Tambo, concluding an unforgettable Big 5 safari experience filled with luxury, adventure, and unparalleled wildlife sightings.

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Rates & Pricing

  • 2 Nights in MalaMala Game Reserve at MalaMala Camp
  • All meals, snacks and drinks 
  • Game drives in open 4-wheel drive safari
  • Nature walks
  • Return flights from OR Tambo (JNB) to Skukuza Airport (SZK)
  • Return transfers from the airport to the camp
  • Limited laundry service
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$ 1280 USD
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$ 1280 USD
Rates are starting prices per person, per night sharing.
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What our guests say about Candis

November 13, 2024
quick and pleasant
The agent was a pleasure to communicate with and all requests were dealt with quickly. She was able to offer many options that fit our needs. The whole experience could not have gone smoother
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KR
September 19, 2024
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Candis Cloete was extremely helpful and efficient. She made me feel confident in making my booking. She was always prompt in her replies
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GB
August 18, 2024
Quick and straightforward
The safari booking process was quick and straightforward with Candis, and now I'm just looking forward to the trip and a great experience!
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HU

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Mel du Toit was the perfect person to…
Mel du Toit was the perfect person to arrange and organize our trip!! She was on the ball, made sure everything was in place and travel arrangements secured! I highly recommend her!!
JUDITH ANN
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US
Dec 9, 2024
Great support from Shann
Shann made the booking experience seamless - provided very helpful information to ensure we fully understood what the experience would be like and made sure we felt safe with experiences we have booked.
SUE And Bryson STEIN
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Dec 9, 2024
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Very fast response, polite - impressive
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BR
Dec 7, 2024
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Went through Newmarket travel and Hays travel ..information about flight changes hard to get..but on arrival the holiday was taken over Safari.com..amazing ..experience everything was fine tuned and the staff ..guides drivers fabulous and friendly ..lots of knowledge..lots of fun and the surprises they did was so lovely ...loved every minute ..Paris our guide was amazing..10/10 and Eric driver ..the waiters and waitress every and everyone in the hotels .smiling and friendly..Best holiday of my life
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GB
Dec 7, 2024
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Working with Anja at Safari.com was great. She was able to work some magic and got us a few nights at the safari lodge we really wanted, Ngoma. Unfortunately, our flight from the USA to South Africa was canceled and we were rebooked a day later but Anja was great about making sure our lodge and the transports knew about the change in plans and made sure we got to our trip as soon as we could. She was a great partner to have and communicated quickly whenever we reached out. I would highly recommend using her when planning a trip to Africa!
Joanna
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US
Dec 4, 2024
Prompt & knowledgeable
Prompt & knowledgeable
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ZA
Dec 4, 2024
Great service from Denise at Safari.com
Denise from Safari.com was extremely helpful. She responded promptly, provided good advice on safari lodgings options and worked up a couple of itinerary options to suit our budget. Denise also organised flights and transfers very quickly so that we could finalize our booking in a short time. Much appreciated.
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AU
Dec 4, 2024
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CA
Dec 2, 2024
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a seamless booking experience with everything handled really well. Bravo!
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