Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge

Destination

Pilanesberg

Capture the spirit of Africa at Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge, where Mother Nature and civilisation meet in perfect harmony. Located on the slopes of an ancient volcano, Kwa Maritane offers guests all the amenities of a prime resort on the doorstep of the malaria-free Pilanesberg National Park. Kwa Maritane (meaning 'Place of the Rock') nestles on the slopes of an ancient volcano in the Pilanesberg National Park. 2km from Pilanesberg Airport.

A place of contrasts, Kwa Maritane is your personal window to the magic of the Pilanesberg and its abundant wildlife. Appreciate an encounter with Africa's 'Big Five' on foot or from the comfort of an open vehicle. Enjoy a meal under the stars around a roaring fire or indulge in a delicious buffet in the restaurant, overlooking a watering hole. Each of the 90 luxury rooms has its own private patio, air-conditioning, television, tea/coffee making facilities and en-suite bathroom.

Enjoy a delicious breakfast, lunch or dinner in The Kwa Maritane Restaurant, overlooking the waterhole "The Rock", and the magnificent granite formations, within the Park. Or you could sample something from the terrace or "in room dining" menus On Saturday and Wednesday evenings (weather permitting) dine al fresco on traditional South African fare in our Bush Boma.

Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge Amenities

SATSA Member
Babysitting
SABC, MNET + Satellite in Room
Non-Smoking Room
Hairdrier available
Toiletries available
Air-Conditioning
Heating in room
Safe in room/reception
Tea/Coffee facilities in room
Bar/Fridge in room
Cover Parking
Laundry Service
Ironing service
Self-Braai area
Cocktail bar/pub
Limited room service
Restaurant / Dining Room
Special Meals on request
Credit cards accepted
Conference facilities
Internet/e-mail facilities
Curio Shop on site
Provisions shop on site
Games/entertainment room
Play-Ground
Trampoline
Swimming pool
Tennis Court
Game Viewing
Bird Watching
Wheelchair friendly
No pets allowed

Directions To Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge

Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge is located in the heart of the Pilanesberg National Park, an easy drive of 175 km from Johannesburg, 2 km from the local airport and a mere 8km from Sun City. Directions to Kwa Maritane Directions from Sandton / Fourways: * Travel north along William Nicol Drive to the four-way intersection with Witkoppen Road * Turn left into Witkoppen Road towards Lanseria/Roodepoort * Turn right at the intersection with Hans Strijdom (Malibongwe) extension on the road towards Broederstroom and Lanseria * Cross over the Muldersdrift/Diepsloot Road and continue with the R512 towards Broederstroom and Lanseria * Cross the bridge over the R28 Krugersdorp/Pretoria highway, pass the Lanseria turnoff and continue straight ahead * At the T-junction turn left on the R512 to Magaliesberg * Continue on this road until you see the Sun City signboard on your left. * Turn right on the R512 to Brits and cross the bridge over Hartebeespoort Dam * At the T-junction turn right on the R512 to Brits. Follow directional signs * Continue to the four-way stop and turn left on the R512/27 for Brits/ Rustenburg * Pass the first Brits turnoff. At the signpost R27 Rustenburg/Brits turn right * On the bridge turn left towards Rustenburg * Continue until you get to the slipway to the left. Take the slipway and continue on the new N4 highway (Platinum Highway) * Continue on the N4 highway till you see the off ramp marked Pilanesberg to the left on route 91. Exit highway here and turn right at the T-Junction, continuing along this road towards Sun City (M556) * When you have less than 5km's to go take the right turn towards Kwa Maritane / Mogwase / Pilanesberg Airport. Travel approx 2km's along this road to the Kwa Maritane Gate on your left.

Area Attractions

Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge is located in the heart of the Pilanesberg National Park, an easy drive of 175 km from Johannesburg, 2 km from the local airport and a mere 8 km from Sun City.Legacy Hotels and Resorts International has three of its luxury bush lodges - Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge, Tshukudu Bush Lodge and Bakubung Bush Lodge - situated in the heart of the malaria-free Pilanesberg National Park. Just two hours' drive from the hustle and bustle of Johannesburg, this is the perfect setting for a relaxing family weekend away or a corporate conference.The Pilanesberg National Park is located in the North West Province of South Africa, west of Pretoria and is administered by the North West Parks Board. Unlike most other national parks in South Africa, the Pilanesberg is not managed by South African National Parks. At 572 km2 it is the fourth largest national park in South Africa.The crater of a long extinct volcano is the setting of Pilanesberg National Park - a fascinating alkaline complex produced by volcanic eruptions some 1300 million years ago. 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.Ancient, even by geological time scales, this extinct volcano is the most perfect example of an alkaline ring complex. A number of rare (but not necessarily economically important) minerals occur in the park. Pilanesberg National Park rates high amongst the world's outstanding geological phenomena.Pilanesberg has survived ages of erosion and stands high above the surrounding bushveld plains. The early presence of man can be seen in the numerous Stone and Iron Age sites that are scattered throughout the park.The area is fringed by three concentric ridges or rings of hills - the formation rises from the surrounding plains like a bubble. The structure of the park is termed the "Pilanesberg National Park Alkaline Ring Complex". The very topography makes the area a feast for the eye. Here are syenite koppies, thickly forested ravines, typical bushveld and also rolling grasslands and lightly wooded areas.Off the centre of the park is Thabayadiotso, "the Proud Mountain" and the beauty of Pilanesberg is reflected in a large central lake, the Mankwe Dam. The Park ranks among the largest of the national parks in South Africa (it is in fact the fourth largest park) and covers an area of 55 000 hectare.Over time, wind and water have carved a spectacular landscape with rocky outcrops, open grasslands, wooded valleys and thickets.