Ma Tala Tala Wildlife Reserve
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Johanni C - Sep 2024
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Peaceful, quiet, excellent hosts.
Lukas M - May 2024
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Mooi wild en mak.
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Beautiful wild and domestic.
Very nice stay. Would love to plan weekend with family - rent big house.
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Hannelie H - Nov 2023
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Delicious.
Mveledzo M - May 2024
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Peaceful and amazing.
Anneli V - Apr 2024
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Heerlik.
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Delicious.
Wonderful place close enough to home and far enough for your soul to rest.
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Ma Tala Tala Wildlife Reserve 's response
Good day Anneli,
Thank you for your feedback. We are glad that you enjoyed your stay with us.
Looking forward to hosting you at the lodge again.
Warm regards
Veronica N - Apr 2024
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Baie afgesonder maar nie baie om te doen nie.
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Very secluded but not much to do.
We stayed on the same premises as another group. It wasn't very private. Was looking forward to the pool, but it's right outside the door of the other group of people. Unfortunately we didn't see much wildlife.
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Madelein J - Apr 2024
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Dit was rustig en ontspannend.
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It was peaceful and relaxing.
Stay was pleasant. There are not enough self-catering facilities. The communal kitchen is also not well equipped.
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Ma Tala Tala Wildlife Reserve 's response
Good day Madelein,
Thank you for your feedback, this helps us to strive for better service and gives us direction on what our guests require.
Unfortunately, the Chalets are all semi self-catering (details were sent to you on Whatsapp), with only a microwave, fridge, kettle and cutlery/crockery for your use. The communal kitchen was only set up for you to cook a little breakfast, this kitchen is normally not available for cooking but just a washing up area.
We do have fully self-catering units available that offer a home-away-from-home experience, where you have a fully stocked kitchen, stove and many other kitchen appliances.
Trust this information helps you when booking with us.
Warm regards
A O - Mar 2024
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Lekker en gemaklik.
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Nice and comfortable.
Everything was very nice. I would suggest that they just put fans in the rooms as well as fix the air conditioning in the master bedroom. It will cost one weekend's money to fix everything and make the stay much better. Carpets can also be washed or perhaps replaced instead. Other than that, everything was very nice.
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Estie S - Oct 2024
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Dit was aangenaam.
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It was pleasant.
We had a nice stay. The rooms are very nice and clean and the linen is beautiful. It was quite hot and the small roof fan is not efficient enough. The host and hostess were very friendly and helpful.
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Jocelindaphne M - May 2024
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Heel okay.
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Very okay.
Very neat and comfortable. Do take your own coffee and toilet paper.
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Shani E - Jun 2024
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Average.
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Kevin H - Feb 2024
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Not nice.
Ma Tala Tala Wildlife Reserve 's response
Good day Kevin,
Thank you for your feedback.
This helps us to strive for better service and lets us know where we can improve to make your stay as pleasant as possible.
Warm regards
Anina V - Oct 2024
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Kon slaap.
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Could sleep.
It was disappointing: toilets leak, no toilet paper and the bathrooms were not clean. Although we were just staying overnight after a wedding, it was very difficult to see what was going on because there was no power. And the dirt road is not very nice for smaller vehicles.
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Johann Bekker B - Mar 2024
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Nooit weer nie.
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Never again.
Owners dress and shout at each other until late at night. I just packed up and drove at 2 in the morning.
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Ma Tala Tala Wildlife Reserve 's response
Good day Johann,
Thank you for your feedback.
To set the record straight, the management were not fighting or arguing.
We did have a guest staying downstairs in the other unit who may have been causing disruption.
We were asleep in bed and did not hear anything.
If you had just sent us a message, we would have attended to it immediately, without you having a bad experience.
We hope you will give us another chance and experience the peace and serenity that we offer.
Warm regards
Hannelie H - Nov 2023
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Baie lekker ontspan.
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Very relaxing.
Cozy place to hang out with enough space for everyone. Nice clean and tidy.
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Jacques V - Sep 2023
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Heerlike rustigheid in die bosveld.
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Wonderful tranquility in the forest.
A forest camp very close to Pretoria that gives you the feeling that you are much further away in the forest.
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Etienne C - May 2023
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Als wat ons nodig gehad het, was daar. Goeie, vriendelike mense. Jammer ek kon nie langer bly nie.
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Everything we needed was there. Good, friendly people. Sorry I couldn't stay longer.
Beautiful place. Very peaceful and wish I could stay longer.
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Karlien V - Mar 2023
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Wow. Dit was net wat ons nodig gehad het.
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Wow. It was just what we needed.
Forest, nature silence and just nice conviviality. Very nice place we stayed in, everything we needed was there. We will definitely visit again.
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Natasia J - Jan 2023
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Perfek vir wegkom.
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Perfect for getting away.
Will definitely go back - was perfect.
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Chante J - Dec 2023
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Rustig, mooi, netjies.
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Quiet, beautiful, neat.
Thank you very much! Friendly service, very well maintained.
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Clarise P - Sep 2023
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Baie rustig, vriendelike mense en heerlik rond gestap.
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Very peaceful, friendly people and a wonderful walk around.
It was a very nice, clean place to stay, perfect for a long weekend. Had a lovely walk around the premises with our dog. We felt very safe and peaceful.
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Gerda K - May 2023
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Rustigheid, vrede, gemoedsrus, vriendelike diens en eg Suid-Afrikaanse gasvryheid.
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Tranquility, peace, peace of mind, friendly service and true South African hospitality.
I can start with "if you get tired of life in the city", words we like to sing when we have such a nice walk in nature. Our hosts, Marina and Anton, already made us feel at home by sending information even before we had finished packing at home. Beautiful, hospitable people. Well organized and informed. Conveniently close to Pretoria, but so nice in the bush. If you are looking for silence away from the hustle and bustle of the city, this is the place to be. Beautiful, rolling lawns surrounded by good fencing and lighting, with wildlife and nature just steps away. Night owls that together with the crickets complete a night song symphony of wild nature sounds. For sure also a lovely venue for a nice birthday party, reunion or wedding. Everything just conveniently grouped and affordable. We would love to go again and experience the forest camp or one of the family houses in the middle of the forest.
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Sebastian L - Mar 2023
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Vryheid in die Natuur.
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Freedom in Nature.
A nice break from the busy life. Nature is beautiful, swimming pool overlooks a wildlife feeding place.
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Richard S - Apr 2023
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My stay was good as I wanted to rest but a TV set is needed for the news.
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Elizabeth C - Aug 2023
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Rustig, lekker bergfiets gery.
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Quiet, nice mountain bike ride.
The host was friendly and flexible with check-in and check-out times. We stayed 1 night in the unit upstairs with style stairs up. It was spacious and beds comfortable. However, the kitchen cupboards were almost empty. Although the hostess gave als for what I asked for, it was not very convenient in that respect. The braai area was nice, the chairs and tables by the pool just need cleaning. The game camp has a lot of animals and there is a good network of dirt roads (without thorns!) on which we could cycle as a family, and enjoy the woodland.
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Narien V - Mar 2023
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Baie basies.
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Very basic.
No info about exact facilities and what should be taken with you and what not. Also pleasant.
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Rieka O - Jan 2023
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Rustig en vêr van alle geraas/lawaai, lekker rusplekkie.
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Quiet and away from all noise, nice resting place.
WiFi was not available, even though it was listed as available on the platform. No self-catering availability, can't make own meals except barbecue. Will suggest that meals are made available. It was a rainy weekend, the road very bad as it is dirt road, so no one recommended to go when it rains. There was a small fridge and microwave oven in the room, with cutlery.
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Vanessa B - Jul 2023
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Was disappointed that rooms were not serviced and also not really equipped for self-catering. Only a microwave and small bar fridge.
Pieter S - Dec 2022
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Super relaxing, beautiful rooms and surroundings.
Meruska M - Dec 2022
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Skoon, netjies vriendelik personeel.
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Clean, neat, friendly staff.
See stars.
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Kobashini N - Dec 2022
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Excellent.
Liesyl H - Nov 2022
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Absoluut heerlik.
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Absolutely delicious.
Very neat and clean with everything you need. The wildlife that came to drink water was an absolute bonus to view from the room's veranda.
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Ian S - Oct 2022
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Lovely place.
Riette H - May 2022
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Rustige naweek-wegbreek.
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Peaceful weekend getaway.
We were actually looking for accommodation in Dinokeng to watch animals but saw many more animals at Ma Tala Tala. In addition, we were able to walk the entire game farm flat and view giraffes, zebras and goats from very close, undisturbed. The rooms' kitchen is very basic so dinner was a bit of a drive on a 4x4 dirt road but the breakfast they served was good value for money. The rooms overlook large open spaces with many trees and birds and the tranquility will stay with us for a long time.
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Gloria M - Jan 2022
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We were warmly welcomed, by the owner. The place looks exactly as it is advertised. We really had fun with my husband and friends.
Koos N - Nov 2022
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Baie lekker vir 'n vinnige wegbreek.
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Very nice for a quick getaway.
Was lovely and standard of accommodation more than expected.
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Hendre D - Jan 2022
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Rus vir die siel.
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Rest for the soul.
It is a wedding venue, more than self catering. Worked for me, but may bother others.
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Chris W - Sep 2022
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Bush expeience close to home.
Clint B - Oct 2022
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Nice, relaxing atmosphere.
Arthur B - Jul 2022
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Heerlik om in die natuur te kan ontspan.
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Great to be able to relax in nature.
The host and hostess are very pleasant. The cottage's crockery is absolutely substandard. There was no frying pan, no steak knives dish towels were dirty, no crockery matched, no wine glasses matched, the saucepans had no lids, the toilet leaked. The game paths in the farm definitely need attention.
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Wally D - Dec 2022
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Rustig. Kalm. Diere. Swem.
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Restful. Calm. Animals. Swim.
On our own in tent with campfire. We swam while observing animals. Friendliest staff and reception. Helpful.
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Ray S - Oct 2022
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Ons het 'n dag vroeër vertrek a.g.v. verveling en geen manier van selfsorg.
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We left a day earlier due to boredom and no means of self-care.
We are not the type of people to complain about everything, but are nevertheless unhappy about our experience at MTT. We could not rave about the management and facility's cleanliness etc. don't complain We have clearly requested, in writing, that the accommodation must be within Dinokeng and that it must be self-catering. The nearest entrance in Dinokeng is, we understand from MaTalaTale's staff, about 30 km from the latter and the entrance fee is quite high so that we would have to pay this fee every day we would visit Dinokeng. MTTA does not have adequate equipment to prepare meals. There was only a facility to make coffee or tea. Crockery was 2 coffee mugs, 2 plates, 2 porridge/dessert bowls, 2 knives/forks/forks i.e. none of the necessities to prepare meals. There was a braai but no trays to handle braai items. No braai fork either. Also, there was no worksheet to prepare food on. Furthermore, there was no possibility to drive and view wildlife or walk by yourself. The residential area is cordoned off and visitors are required to stay inside the camp (the reason we left early as mentioned above). No meals apart from breakfast are served so guests have to take care of meals themselves and without the necessary equipment. Once again the staff at Ma TalaTala are exceptionally helpful and friendly. The problem was undoubtedly that the website did not pre-set the information.
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Dewald H - Apr 2022
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Nie gepas vir selfsorg nie.
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Not suitable for self catering.
If we washed dishes, it happened in the bathroom sink due to lack of facilities. What more does a man need to say.
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Ma Tala Tala Wildlife Reserve 's response
Beste Dewald,
Die omskrywing op alle eenhede se kwotasies is baie spesifiek, met 'n mikrogolf en 'n yskasie.
Daar is geen rede om in die wasbak te was soos gestel nie en sou ook teen ons reels wees m.b.t. septiese tenks.
Die Lodge bied 'n pragtige Boma met vuurpit en dubbel-diep-trof vlekfrye-staal wasbak, asook stofie, aspook warmwater slegs 10 meter weg van die Chalets af en is boonop verniet.
Personeel gaan uit hulle pad uit en sal met graagte ook was soos wat dit nodig is en/of ander geriewe bied vir die menige braai geriewe ens.
Ons hoop julle is so gewys en dit spyt ons dat jul nie tevrede was met die uitstekende waarde vir geld aanbieding van Matalatala nie.
Adriaan V - Apr 2022
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Baie slegte ervaring, slegs goed vir 'n trou venue.
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Very bad experience, only good for a wedding venue.
Units are not suitable for self-catering, and the roads are bad if you don't have a vehicle that can drive dirt roads. Accommodation strictly recommended for wedding guests only. No self catering.
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Beste Riaan
Ons bedank u vir u besoek, asook jou resensie. Meer spesifiek verwelkom ons positiewe kritiek en poog om die beste vir ons klient te lewer.
Dankie dan ook vir die 3-ster gradering op sekuriteit en skoonheid
Ons is nie 'n Primere "Trou Venue" nie. Ons is 'n Wildreservaat met gepaartgaande reels, ook ten opsigte van musiek en reservaat hek tye, net aanlyn besprekings ens., daarom ons wonderlike resensies van klein groepies, stilte, rus en vrede.
Ons mislei nie gaste nie, eerder bied ons mikrogolf en kroeg yskas met 2-persoon basiese skottelgoed en enige ander geriewe soos per aanvraag van die gas aangebied deur ons op-terrein-woonagtig gasvrou. Verskeie braai areas en boma verniet beskikbaar.
'n Bosveld Wildsbestemming en grondpaaie vorm deel van die natuur en die omgewing. Ons is ook nie in beheer of onderhoud van publieke paaie nie, maar ons is wel altyd baie dankbaar vir reen van bo ek kan ook vir u se dat ons wesenlik bydra tot herstel van sulke paaie om die gemeenskap ook by te staan.
U was omtrent die enigste gas a.g.v. 'n groep bespreking van 1 aand uit al die naweek aande, en u is ingelig dat van die gaste ook hul eie troue (30 gaste) in die aand sou geniet net soos enige ander gesellige groep. Verder was die funksie slegs ook 1 aand van u verblyf.
Bestuur het die Sondag oggend aangeklop, maar gesien dat u toe reeds al die reservaat verlaat het op 'n uitstappie. Ons het persoonlik u telkemale probeer opspoor. U is weg en dit met alle kamer en toegang sleutels, sonder om iemand in kennis te stel. Die personeel neem ook verantwoordelik oor u veiligheid en dus het ons bekommerd geraak.
U het hele reservaat gehad om op eie te geniet vir die res van die langnaweek en dit spyt ons dat u nie ons komplimentere wildrit aangebied en/of 'n ekstra aand aanbod kon geniet nie.
Ons hek sluit 18:00, u het Sondag aand 22:00 terug gekeer in die stikdonker en in die reen, terwyl ons personeel wag en sommige slaap, waarna ons personeel wat dagskof werk u moes bystaan buite ons eiendom en insleep ens.
Ons het gepoog om beste te lewer as diens, alhoewel dit buite ons hek ook buite ons beheer is.
Ons hoop dat u wel in die toekoms weer ons sal ondersteun en ons wens u wel.
Charl S - Sep 2021
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Gasvry en hulpvaardige personeel
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Hospitable and helpful staff
Very happy. Had a great stay and felt very welcome.
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Petrus N - Aug 2021
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It was excellent.
Alida V - Feb 2021
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Het lekker gerus.
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Had a nice rest.
Nice place where you can just relax.
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Theuns N - Nov 2021
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Baie lekker gebly, mooi natuur.
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Very nice stay, beautiful nature.
Staff were very friendly and helpful. Would recommend to any person. Good opportunities to take beautiful photos of nature and wildlife, as well as many birds.
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Rosa C - Aug 2021
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Was fantasties en baie rustig.
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Was fantastic and very peaceful.
Excellent destination to recharge your batteries.
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Corne K - Jul 2021
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Baie geniet.
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Enjoyed a lot.
Enjoyed a lot. Restful.
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Frank R - Feb 2021
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Awesome relaxation.
Andrea B - Nov 2021
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Sal aanbeveel vir iemand wat net wil wegbreek en niks en niemand wil sien nie.
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Would recommend to someone who just wants to get away and see nothing and no one.
There are dishes in the room, but no sink or anything to wash and dry them with. Overall nice, but air cooling in the room would be a plus.
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Anel S - Oct 2020
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Gasvryheid is puik.
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Hospitality is great.
Well furnished and tidy rooms room. Wonderful experience with wildlife grazing on the front porch.
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Angelique H - Sep 2020
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Dit is n lekker rustige vakansie oord en is geskik vir oud en jonk :-)
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It is a nice and peaceful holiday resort and is suitable for young and old :-)
It is a wonderful place and the staff were very hospitable, there is even wildlife in the background while you sit quietly and barbecue. I would definitely recommend them for a wedding or just a nice weekend away.
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Lucia J - Sep 2020
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Awesome naweek, pragtige oord, baie vriendelike bestuur en personeel.
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Awesome weekend, beautiful resort, very friendly management and staff.
Very nice rest, aunt Yvonne was very hospitable and went out of her way to make it pleasant for us! We are definitely going again and this time we are taking the whole family!
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Suzaan L - Aug 2020
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Amazing short breakaway.
Tossie C - Dec 2020
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Pragtige natuur.
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Beautiful nature.
Affordable and peaceful holiday.
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Bertus K - Aug 2020
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Baie rustig.
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Very calm.
Nothing to add - it's peaceful.
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Mark M - Jan 2020
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Heerlike naweek saam met goeie vriende in die bosveld.
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Great weekend with good friends in the bushveld.
Our host, Abri, was on hand for anything we needed and our little house was great, nice and clean with everything we needed in the forest. a light at the braai would be even greater. There is plenty of wildlife to see and with all the nice rain the forest is really beautiful. Just a bit of information - cell phone signal is bad up there on the mountain, but it was fantastic because no one was obsessed with their phones and we could thoroughly enjoy the forest.
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Nick R - Aug 2020
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Sal weer terugkeer.
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Will return again.
So between the walks in the beautiful reserve, at least we also got time to relax and rest. Conveniently close to Pretoria if you feel you need a break to rest your soul.
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Adrienne W - Sep 2020
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Very relaxing, easy going weekend. Great place to unwind.
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Wonderlik om tyd in die natuur te spandeer.
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Wonderful to spend time in nature.
The accommodation was neat, clean and complete. The staff were friendly and eager to help. I get the feeling that Ma Tala Tala is going to become a favorite getaway spot for those who want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city. We went specifically to refresh our souls in nature and were not disappointed. With zebras, giraffes, impalas, waterbucks and more walking just outside the camp it was exactly what we expected.
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Leon B - Nov 2020
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Lekker rustig gekuier.
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Have a nice quiet time.
We had a great time and the hostess helped a lot with a light, pan and tongs for the barbecue. The sleeping units are not exactly set up for self-catering and so we have to borrow some of the things from the hostess. Unfortunately due to Covid we could not get meals and the bar is not open either.
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Gerhard S - Oct 2020
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Fantasties. Heilsaam. Idillies. Pastoraal. Goed vir die siel.
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Fantastic. Wholesome. Idyllic. Pastoral. Good for the soul.
Great quick getaway to a forest camp to visit with good friends.
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David B - Oct 2020
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Charming hosts, enjoyable for a couple of nights.
Theuns B - Sep 2020
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Baie oulik daar en netjies.
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Very cute there and neat.
Would just like to see a dining area inside the cottage, otherwise 100%.
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Amanda J - Jan 2020
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Rustig.
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Restful.
Very nice and peaceful, had a great swim and saw giraffes. Would only suggest that a broom be made available in each unit, as well as a small table in the bathroom. And if there is only e.g. two units are booked, book them far apart and not next to each other for more privacy.
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Ina P - Sep 2020
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In die middel van nêrens. Baie vriendelike diens, fasiliteite netjies maar gebrekkig (bedlampies werk nie, ens). Geen eetplekke naby.
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In the middle of nowhere. Very friendly service, facilities neat but lacking (bedside lights don't work, etc.). No places to eat nearby.
Too far from other facilities. Roads difficult and very few signs with names along the road.
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Frans R - Aug 2020
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Very nice establishment, quiet and safe. The surrounding area with wildlife, the dam and braai facilities are some of the wonderful features.
Ma Tala Tala Wildlife Reserve 's response
Thank you very much for the positive feedback and hope to see you again.
Anonymous Guest - Aug 2020
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Relaxed atmosphere.
Many possibilities that can be developed for guests.
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Renier E - Oct 2020
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Die rustigheid was heerlik
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The tranquility was wonderful
Problem areas with management discussed and highlighted. Signs of neglect in need of upgrading.
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Michell D - Sep 2020
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Not recommended.
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The "chalet" is a 20 square meter room! Very disappointing when looking at the photos on the website. Take pictures so the size of the unit is deceiving.
Overall a very disappointing experience. Our neighbors in number 10 packed up after a while and drove to other options. Expectations are created with photos of a chalet and then you get a room. The coffee station is a kettle on a very small microwave. Coffee and sugar are offered, but you cannot drink them because there are no cups/mugs. At almost R900.00 a night I feel robbed and ripped off.
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Anonymous Guest - Aug 2020
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Unwelcome feeling. Didn't even expect us.
No televisions in the room. Asked for King/Queen bed and we got two single beds. To the restaurant.
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Carina B - Dec 2019
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Rustige bosveld wegbreek.
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Tranquil woodland getaway.
The bush camp is very privately located, away from the main lodge. Lovely outdoor shower. We really enjoyed the silence.
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Moja M - Sep 2019
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It is an amazing holiday destination/
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Thank you very much, Moja. It is nice to receive pleasant reviews and we hope to see you again soon.
Storm K - Apr 2019
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Hidden gem not far from Johannesburg.
Barend J - Apr 2019
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Lekker rustig en stil. Mooi omgewing.
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Nice and quiet. Nice environment.
Would go there again anytime and would recommend to anyone from couples to families. Nice peaceful environment and I really enjoyed the walk.
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Baie dankie Barend
Ons is bly julle het dit geniet en ons hoop om jul weer vinnig te sien, ons waardeer alle insette en terugvoer
Baie dankie weereens,
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Paul V - Apr 2019
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Rustig en lekker.
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Quiet and nice.
Taking my family to see how fun it is.
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Johan D - Apr 2019
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Baie geniet. Ria en Eddy het ons voorwaar tuis laat voel.
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Enjoyed a lot. Ria and Eddy really made us feel at home.
Felt very much at home from arrival to departure. Enough game seen and good fried. Watched rugby with Eddy (host). Too bad his Blue Bulls lost. Ground road was quite a challenge. Looking forward to my next visit to Ma Tala Tala.
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Yolanda J - Jun 2019
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Wonderlike bosveldstilte met goeie. Netjiese verblyf.
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Wonderful woodland silence with good. Neat accommodation.
Good choice for a getaway with friends or a family. The self-catering units could only be better equipped with wine glasses, cutlery etc. Barbecues are a bit far from the units and a bin at each would be good. Boma is very good! Friendly service!
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Christien S - Apr 2019
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Gasvryheid en diens uit die boonste rakke!
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Hospitality and service top notch!
Your care and concern for my parents, during our visit to Ma Tala Tala, was a belt under my heart. They were very impressed with the variety of wildlife and the beautiful trees.
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Corne H - Dec 2019
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Pragtige omgewing met wild.
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Beautiful environment with wildlife.
We had a wonderful stay at Ma Tala Tala. The 6 sleeper is a proper two bedroom, two bathroom house in the bushland which is fenced with an electric fence. There is a nice stoep with a built-in braai.
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Karen O - Jul 2019
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Die gasvryheid was ongelooflik.
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The hospitality was amazing.
We had a great time and enjoyed the break. It is very peaceful there but enjoyed watching the wildlife. The hospitality of the driver was amazing and added to a wonderful experience. Thank you.
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Jack B - Mar 2019
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Beautiful peaceful place.
Riana N - Apr 2019
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Vriendelike, skoon diens.
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Friendly, clean service.
We had a great stay, rooms are neat and clean. Scenery is a plus.
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Nicolene P - Jun 2019
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Vir my was dit gerieflik genoeg.
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For me it was convenient enough.
We were moved to 2 rooms as my parents (85, 80 years old) were there with us. The fact that it was rooms, I understand that only certain things are needed in the 1-room chalet. However, since we were there the whole weekend and had to cook ourselves, there were certain things that I missed, such as e.g. sharp knives, bowls, etc. The managers helped her out of the house as much as she could, but it still bothered her. As explained, what is there does meet the requirements given that it is only an overnight facility.
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Kate V - May 2019
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Baie aangenaam.
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Very nice.
We felt very at home and really enjoyed it. It's just not very well appointed for self-catering and far from the shops.
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Keith V - Jun 2019
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Great potential for a wedding or conference venue.
Alet S - Jul 2019
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Sien die sterre.
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See the stars.
See stars.
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Hello Aletta,
Thank you for your patronage, we appreciate a review. A room with fan, heating, coffee/tea station, en-suite shower toilet and twin beds with white linen and towels, ground floor overlooking nature and animals is hardly "glamping".
Ellistine R - Dec 2018
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Dit was 'n ongelooflike en fantastiese wegbreek.
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It was an amazing and fantastic break.
I would definitely recommend it to family and friends.
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Gert B - Oct 2018
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Waarde vir geld.
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Value for money.
We had a great time as a family and really enjoyed the scenery and wildlife.
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Rita O - Nov 2018
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Ht dit baie geniet gasheer en gasvrou baie vriendelik en het ons dadelik laat tuis voel. Beveel Ma Tala Tala aan.
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Ht enjoyed it very much host and hostess very friendly and made us feel at home immediately. Recommend Ma Tala Tala.
Would recommend Ma Tala Tala anytime nice and quiet and not that far from Boksburg. Enjoyed it a lot. Thanks to everyone who made this possible and the website for the recommendation' Will use you again.
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Marelize G - May 2018
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Weg van die stad.
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Away from the city.
We received a friendly reception. The room is neat and spacious. We felt that a two plate stove could have been handy. To make some pap with the braai meat, or for breakfast. There is no restaurant on the premises, the closest shops is quite a drive away and it is quite limited with only a microwave. Thank you for the Weber that could be dragged closer to our room to braai. Our time was too limited to walk through the whole park, but the little distance we did walk we saw quite a few animals. It was nice to enjoy a bushveld-getaway out of the city.
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Jochen S - Dec 2018
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Great getaway.
Flynn N - Jan 2018
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Baie stil en ontspanne.
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Very quiet and relaxing.
This place is suitable for groups. Convenient and neat.
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Daleen G - Jul 2018
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Lekker rustig.
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Nice and quiet.
Aircon not working, too few wine glasses, TV missing, curtains not maintained, electric fence not working, camera wires are cut.
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Wanda B - Nov 2017
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Asemrowend.
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Breathtaking.
Many thanks to Danie and his companion for the wonderful time there, it was really very nice and the service was great.
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Phillip S - Oct 2017
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Bush experience at it's best and for those who want to relax. For the nature lovers.
Michael S - Dec 2017
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Terrible.
Nadien S - Mar 2016
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Die verblyf was 100% presies wat ons gehoop het dit sal wees.
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The stay was 100% exactly what we hoped it would be.
Martin and his staff ensured us a wonderful visit. The service and accommodation was off the books. We will definitely go back. Big thanks and compliments!
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Sandra J - Jan 2016
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Baie rustige omgewing.
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Very peaceful environment.
Friendly welcome.
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Anne B - Oct 2016
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Attention to customer detail is fantastic.
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Its a nice, lonely private place to spend time with your close group of friends all together.
Ma Tala Tala Wildlife Reserve 's response
Good day Anil,
Thank You for the kind comment and to have had you stay with us.
Us being the conservationists are waiting for a new home for the Koi to be completed and then this will be exactly what we envisage to do as well as a new small pool at the other family unit, will happen asap .
Thanks for the review and regards,
Matalatala
Juanita K - Jan 2016
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Baie lekker.
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Very nice.
Nice with good service. We had a nice time.
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Annemare J - Feb 2016
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Baie netjies en nuut, stil omgewing, baie wild om te besigtig.
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Very neat and new, quiet environment, lots of wildlife to see.
Rooms and bedrooms very neat, linen pure white and of the best quality. Lovely to go for a walk up the hill and wildlife very quietly so they can be viewed, field in good condition. Security very good, game fences and fence around the accommodation part. Peaceful and quiet and close enough to travel to attractions on Cullinan.
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Willem H - Apr 2016
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Rustig skoon verblyf met 'n paar tekortkominge.
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Quiet clean accommodation with a few shortcomings.
Ma Tala Tala is very conveniently close for a weekend getaway. The house we stayed in was neat and clean and the accommodation was quite comfortable.
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Johan S - Dec 2015
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Vriendelike staf, uitstekende diens, rustige atmosfeer.
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Friendly staff, excellent service, peaceful atmosphere.
I took my work team to MaTalaTala for a year-end function. We were warmly welcomed. The staff were friendly and helpful with anything we needed. The game drive was a hit with lots of game to see. The atmosphere was very peaceful and my team really enjoyed the trip.
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- Capacity: 39 people
- All ages welcome
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Check-in: 14:00 to 19:00
Check-out: 10:00 - Address: Ma Tala Tala Wildlife Reserve, Off the R573, Cullinan, 1003, Gauteng