Safari Perfection With Mala Mala

The magnificent Mala Mala reserve is arguable one of the top luxury safaris destinations in the industry today. This may seem a bold claim, but it is certainly also one that is difficult to argue against for anyone who’s had the pleasure of their hospitality before. The competition in the safari industry is tight, as the vacation trend towards nature retreats only continues to grow. Indeed, it seems that the more we urbanise, the more people wish to escape, or at the least, want a total change of scenery and a return to a simpler time as the theme of their holiday getaways.



One of the ways in which Mala Mala has established itself as a contender for the safari throne is through their expertly selected location. Most holidaymakers only have a few days to a week, and none wish to spend 50 percent of that time simply tracking a herd in the hopes that they may come across something splendorous. Certainly all the beasts of the African plains are special and worth seeing, but the journey would not have the same impact in your and your family’s memories - unless you freely witnessed the Big Five in action.



The reason for the hugely increased chances of Big Five viewings comes down to the location of Mala Mala itself. Being based in the Sabi Sabi region means that the reserve sits at the heart of a region which is the connecting point for four separate ecosystems which, as you can imagine, not only dramatically increases your chances of wildlife viewing - but also multiplies the variety of animals you could see. The region has been the sight of many award-winning wildlife documentaries (including National Geographic), and is within the majestic Kruger National Park while also being surrounded by other top rated reserves.



Guaranteed wildlife viewings are far from the only perk available at Mala Mala, otherwise any other reserve in the same game rich environment would deserve the same praise, and this may not be the case. This reserve in particular strikes up a near impossible balance between comfort and the true African vibe. Many camps have attempted this and, sadly, fallen rather short, but here we have a total and encompassing feeling that the very soul of Africa is present. This is achieved through outstandingly clever interior design as well as landscaping, as an image search would quickly reveal.



The rooms are air-conditioned to ensure comfort and, as space is limited, the camp offers outstanding privacy as well as exclusivity – making it one of the most romantic destinations on earth.





Shawn Graaff is a professional freelance African travel writer and writes on other various topics too. Plan your mala mala safari stay carefully by doing your research and talking to people who specialize in tailoring your sabi sabi safaris to suit you.