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Marulani Bush Lodge

Self Catering

Review Summary

4.6 out of 5from 137 reviews for Marulani Bush Lodge
Cleanliness
4.7/5
Service
4.6/5
Location
4.7/5
Safety
4.7/5
Value for money
4.5/5
Chantel D - Nov 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Chantel D
With partner

N Wonderlike ervaring.

Van die oomblik wat ons by Marulani Lodge aangekom het, is ons ontvang met warm gasvryheid en uitsonderlike diens. Die personeel en gasvrou was ongelooflik vriendelik, wat ons laat voel het asof ons tuis is en vir seker gemaak het dat elke aspek van ons verblyf gemaklik en genotvol was. Die akkommodasie was absoluut skoon, met elke detail sorgvuldig gereël. Die lodge bied 'n rustige en ontspanne atmosfeer, ideaal om te ontspan en weer in verbinding met die natuur te kom. Ons kon nie vir 'n beter ervaring by Marulani Lodge gevra het nie. Dit het al ons verwagtinge oortref, en ons sien reeds uit daarna om weer terug te keer. Ons sal hierdie pragtige lodge sterk aanbeveel aan enigiemand wat op soek is na 'n rustige wegbreek in Dinokeng. Baie dankie aan die wonderlike span – ons sal beslis weer terug wees!

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A wonderful experience.

From the moment we arrived at Marulani Lodge, we were greeted with warm hospitality and exceptional service. The staff and hostess were incredibly friendly, making us feel at home and making sure every aspect of our stay was comfortable and enjoyable. The accommodation was absolutely clean, with every detail carefully arranged. The lodge offers a peaceful and relaxed atmosphere, ideal for relaxing and reconnecting with nature. We could not have asked for a better experience at Marulani Lodge. It exceeded all our expectations, and we are already looking forward to returning again. We would highly recommend this beautiful lodge to anyone looking for a peaceful getaway in Dinokeng. Many thanks to the wonderful team - we will definitely be back!

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Chantel, baie dankie vir jou gewaardeerde resensie! Ons is baie opgewonde om te verneem dat julle die verblyf so baie geniet het. Marulani in geheel is altyd bereid om die ekstra myl saam met ons gaste te stap om jul verblyf te vervolmaak. Kan nie wag om jul weer te ontvang nie. Groete

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Beverley C - Oct 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Beverley C
With partner

Beautiful well-kept accommodation with everything you need.

Beautiful and rustic cottage which is well kept and has all the essentials you need to make your stay very comfortable. Hubby really enjoyed the outside shower which is completely private. Gardens are beautiful and the lookout point was a great way to start/end the day with lots of animals at the watering holes. We got to see many animals and even spent some time with two beautiful white rhinos. You can hear the lions and hyenas at night through the absolute silence. If peace and rest is what you are looking for, this is the place to get it.

Marulani Bush Lodge 's response

Beverley, thank you for your kind words. We are thrilled to know that you have enjoyed your stay with us. Hope to have you back soon. Regards, Management

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Estelle S - Sep 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Estelle S
With partner

Pragtig.

Pragtige plekkie, baie netjies en skoon. Het heerlik gebly.

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Beautiful.

Beautiful place, very neat and clean. Had a lovely stay.

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Goeie more Estelle. Baie dankie vir jou mooi en gewaardeerde woorde. Ons is verheug dat julle die verblyf baie geniet het. Groete en sien julle binnekort weer...

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Shaun H - Aug 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Shaun H
With partner

Peaceful and relaxing.

Beautiful location just by the waterhole. Managed to see a variety of animals and birds just sitting on the verandah. Had a stunning time.

Michelle C - Apr 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Michelle C
Family with teenagers

Peaceful and very comfortable.

The chalet was very neat and clean, staff were friendly and helpful, and the setting was very peaceful. Thank you. We really enjoyed our stay.

Marulani Bush Lodge 's response

Michelle, thank you for your much appreciated review. We are thrilled you enjoyed your stay in Kurkbos. We are currently busy with some upgrades and changes at Marulani, which will pleasantly surprise you during your next visit.

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Gavin S - Mar 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Gavin S
With partner

Amazing accommodation for a power breakaway weekend.

Our stay was absolutely amazing with excellent service.

Marzelle S - Mar 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Marzelle S
With friends

Was heerlik en vir seker waarde vir geld.

Het hier gewoon tydens seun se rugbytoer. Naby genoeg aan Camp Discovery. Was verras met skoon en netjiese huisie. Rustige en stil omgewing in die bos. Matras en kussings - fantasties!

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Was delicious and value for money for sure.

Lived here during son's rugby tour. Close enough to Camp Discovery. Was surprised with a clean and tidy house. Peaceful and quiet environment in the forest. Mattress and pillows - fantastic!

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Marulani Bush Lodge 's response

Marzelle, baie dankie vir jou gewaardeerde resensie. Ons is bly julle het jul verblyf in Maroela Chalet geniet. Dit is ons voorreg om julle te kon huisves. Sien julle binnekort weer.

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Annalene C - Feb 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Annalene C
With partner

Pragtige uitsig oor die veld. Gerieflik toegerus. Goeie diens.

Ons het in "Haak en Steek" huisie gebly. Die huis is teen die grensdraad geleë en kyk uit oor 'n watergat. 'n Olifant het een aand reg teen die draad verby geloop. Jy het heeltyd 'n uitsig oor die veld. Die huis is gerieflik toegerus en die lugversorging was 'n groot plus met die geweldige hitte. Het ook gaan afkoel in hul swembad naby ontvangs. Debbie en Talent het uitstekende diens gelewer.

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Beautiful view over the field. Comfortably equipped. Good service.

We stayed in "Hook and Stitch" cottage. The house is situated against the boundary wire and overlooks a waterhole. An elephant walked right by the wire one night. You have a view of the field all the time. The house is comfortably equipped and the air conditioning was a big plus with the intense heat. Also went to cool off in their pool near reception. Debbie and Talent provided excellent service.

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Marulani Bush Lodge 's response

Annalene, baie dankie vir jou gewaardeerde resensie. Ons is bly julle het jul verblyf geniet. Dit is ons voorreg om julle te kon huisves. Sien julle binnekort weer.

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Johann V - Aug 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Johann V
With partner

Baie lekker.

Het lekker gebly, moet net kyk na 'n ketel, die een is aangepak.

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Very nice.

Had a nice stay, just need to check for a kettle, that one is on.

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Marinda B - Nov 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Marinda B
With friends

Klein bietjie teleurstellend.

Die verblyf was mooi. Talent by ontvangs was vriendelik. Wildsrit was goed. Al twee aande wat ons daar was, was die krag vir meer as 4 ure af. Ek verstaan die redes daarvoor, maar die eenheid was glad nie ingerig vir enige kragonderbreking nie. Daar was net een kers beskikbaar. Ons kon nie ons kos verder voorberei nie. Ons moes noodgedwonge die Saterdag aand by familie gaan braai wat ook woonagtig is in Dinokeng. Sal volgende keer meer voorbereid kom.

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Little bit disappointing.

The stay was nice. Talent at reception was friendly. Game drive was good. Both nights we were there the power was out for over 4 hours. I understand the reasons for that, but the unit was not set up for any power outage at all. There was only one candle available. We could not prepare our food further. We had to have a barbecue on Saturday night with family who also live in Dinokeng. Will come more prepared next time.

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Marulani Bush Lodge 's response

Marinda, jammer om te verneem dat julle teleurgesteld was tydens jul verblyf. Marulani ondervind bykans nooit kragonderbreekings nie, selfs nie eens tydens 'load shedding' nie, aangesien ons op 'n voorkeur kraglyn gekoppel is. Die kragonderbreking was ongeskeduleer aan Eskom se kant waaroor ons ongelukkig geen beheer het nie. Ons het jul voordurend op hoogte gehou met nuus vanaf Eskom soos ons dit ontvang het. Die kragonderbreking het ongelukkig ook die res van Dinokeng Wildtuin geraak. Gelukkig besoek gaste juis Marulani om die stilte van die natuur te geniet en ek vertrou julle het dieselfde ondervind. Kom ons hoop vir geen kragonderbreking tydens jul volgende besoek. Groete

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Estelle D - Nov 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Estelle D
With friends

Aangenaam.

Ons het baie lekker gebly en die plek is netjies en gerieflik.

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Pleasant.

We had a great stay and the place is neat and comfortable.

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Marulani Bush Lodge 's response

Estelle, baie dankie vir jou gewaardeerde resensie. Ons is baie bly julle het die verblyf geniet. Sien julle binnekort weer vir 'n volgende welverdiende vakansie...

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Tayla D - Aug 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
1/5
Location
5/5
Safety
2/5
Value for money
3/5
Tayla D
With partner

Disappointing stay.

Hubby and I stayed at Marulani Bush Lodge for the long weekend. After reading so many positive reviews, we had high expectations and were very disappointed. The accommodation itself was as expected from the photos, and the bed was very comfortable. The major disappointment was the lack of service and hospitality from the owners/hosts. I received a message from Debbie in the morning with a location and when we arrived we were checked in by Talent. I had sent Debbie a message to book a game drive, to which I received no response. I subsequently sent a message to the phone number on the pamphlet in the chalet that the pamphlet says to contact to book a game drive and after not receiving a response by Saturday, I phoned the number only to get "this number no longer exists". The hosts were nowhere to be seen, I am unsure if they were away for the long weekend but if so then guests should be advised of this and given alternative places to book game drives if they are not being offered by Marulani on specific dates. The reception area was also locked and the curtains closed for the entire weekend. Another issue that we noticed was the fire extinguisher that was outside the accommodation. My hubby, out of curiosity, was looking at the fire extinguisher, only to see it was in the red, meaning it would be useless if there were to be a fire. Overall the accommodation itself was good, but the lack of hospitality and response from the owners is the reason we will not be going back to Marulani.

Christiaan J - Apr 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
3/5
Location
2/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
2/5
Christiaan J
With partner

Slegs die woning gebruik vir braai en slaap.

Plek mooi skoon. Rustig gebraai op die skottel in die aande wat daagliks skoon gemaak is. 5 nagapies onder die dak op die stoep wat ons vermaak het. Kon nie swem nie, swembad grasgroen. Warm water kraan in die badkamer (wasbak) het nie gewerk nie. Afstandbeheer van lugverkoeling het nie gewerk nie. Baie hulpvaardig toe die krag afgegaan het en het my ook gedurig op hoogte gehou met die aanwysings en inklok by die Lodge.

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Only the house is used for braai and sleeping.

Nice clean place. Quietly grilled on the platter in the evenings that was cleaned daily. 5 nights under the roof on the stoep that entertained us. Couldn't swim, pool grass green. Hot water faucet in the bathroom (sink) did not work. Remote control of air cooling did not work. Very helpful when the power went out and also kept me up to date with the directions and check in at the Lodge.

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Nico V - Nov 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Nico V
With partner

Sal beslis weer bespreek!

Heerlik vir tot rus kom by 'n bosveld vuurtjie saam met neushoring voëls en naggeluide van hiënnas.

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Will definitely book again!

Great for relaxing by a woodland fire with horned birds and night sounds of hyenas.

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Annelien J - Oct 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Annelien J
With partner

Perfekte wegbreek.

Ek het nie genoeg woorde om die plek te beskryf nie. Dit was 'n ongelooflike lekker wegbreek, die personeel is ongelooflik vriendelik. Die ligging is perfek en dit is ongelooflik rustig. Marulani sien my vir seker weer.

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Perfect getaway.

I don't have enough words to describe the place. It was an incredibly nice break, the staff is incredibly friendly. The location is perfect and it is incredibly peaceful. Marulani will see me again for sure.

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Monique B - Oct 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Monique B
Family with teenagers

A wonderful family safari experience.

I treated my daughter and her UK partner (unfortunately, my son and his UK partner were unable to join us) to a few days in Dinokeng. The time frame prevented a trip to KNP. What an experience, and all thanks to Riaan and Debbie from Marulani Bush Lodge. Our accommodation at Marulani Bush Lodge was lovely; the lodge is ideally located in the game reserve, but the highlight for us were the personal game drives with Riaan. Riaan turned each game drive (one early morning and one late afternoon/evening) into an African adventure, with his vast knowledge of the bushveld, its ecology, and the resident fauna and flora found in the various ecosystems. Debbie provided snacks and we celebrated supper with rhinos! We will definitely be back, and I can highly recommend Marulani Bush Lodge for your next South African game drive holiday.

Althea V - Mar 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Althea V
Large group

Familie en vriende het heerlik saam gekuier.

Ons almal is enig, dit was ongelooflik lekker. Ons is baie impressed met die plekkie en sal dit definitief aanbeveel. Mens kry nie altyd alles gesien op jou wenslysie nie, maar toe daar 'n leeu sighting was, het hulle ons dadelik laat weet en 'n pin gestuur sodat ons kon gaan kyk. Ons het dit opreg waardeer.

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Family and friends had a wonderful time together.

We all agree, it was incredibly fun. We are very impressed with the place and would definitely recommend it. You don't always get to see everything on your wish list, but when there was a lion sighting, they let us know immediately and sent a pin so we could go and see. We really appreciated it.

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Zilia V - Jun 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Zilia V
With partner

Lieflik, goed toegerus met WiFi en baie privaat.

Kurkbos-kamer bied alleenstaande en gemaklike verblyf vir 2 in 'n 'rustic' ateljee opset. Die kamer is geleë teen 'n grensdraad, met 'n bos-uitsig waar ons gereeld zebras, blouwildebeeste en bokke kon sien. Ons kon selfs vriende nooi om heerlik saam ons te kom bos-braai. Dis 'n klein versteekte diamant wat nie jou bankbalans buig nie. Baie goed ingerig met knap skoonmaakdienste. Vol WiFi was beskikbaar met geen beurtkrag oor die naweek nie! Ons was ook baie naby aan Camp Discovery, wat 'n bonus vir ons as ouers was.

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Lovely, well equipped with WiFi and very private.

Kurkbos room offers self-contained and comfortable accommodation for 2 in a 'rustic' studio setting. The room is located against a boundary wire, with a forest view where we could often see zebras, blue wildebeest and goats. We could even invite friends to join us for a delicious forest barbecue. It's a little hidden diamond that won't break your bank balance. Very well appointed with smart cleaning services. Full WiFi was available with no load shedding over the weekend! We were also very close to Camp Discovery, which was a bonus for us as parents.

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Gerda P - Nov 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Gerda P

Heerlik, rustig en veilig.

Heerlike stil lodge. Talent was vriendelik en behulpsaam en het selfs haar telefoonnommer vir ons gegee vir enige nood buite kantoorure. Die gratis WiFi en lugversorger was 'n wenner tydens die hittegolf wat ons tans ervaar. My dogter het so veilig gevoel dat sy in die lodge kon hardloop. Ons het werklik veilig gevoel met die sekuriteitsheining.

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Lovely, peaceful and safe.

Lovely quiet lodge. Talent was friendly and helpful and even gave us her phone number for any emergencies outside of office hours. The free WiFi and air conditioning was a winner during the heat wave we are currently experiencing. My daughter felt so safe that she could run in the lodge. We felt really safe with the security fence.

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Gerda, baie dankie vir jou gewaardeerde resensie. Ons is bly julle het jul verblyf geniet. Sien julle binnekort weer.

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Sean V - Jun 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Sean V
With partner

Rustige naweek weg.

Dit was 'n lekker rustige omgewing. Ons het in Kierieklapper gebly wat netjies was, maar die plek het bietjie aandag nodig. Bad se rand kort bietjie silikon, gekraakte teëls, gekraakte toilet, plafon kort verf, maar niks het ons gekeer om 'n lekker kuier te hê nie. Riaan met die "game drive" was fantasties. Ons het dit baie geniet.

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Peaceful weekend away.

It was a nice peaceful environment. We stayed in Kierieklapper which was neat, but the place needs some attention. Bath's edge needs some silicon, cracked tiles, cracked toilet, ceiling needs paint, but nothing stopped us from having a nice visit. Riaan with the "game drive" was fantastic. We enjoyed it very much.

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Vedette H - Feb 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Vedette H
Family with young children

Baie gerieflik.

Pragtige uitsig. Baie goed ingerig, met als wat nodig is vir 'n gerieflike verblyf.

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Very convenient.

Beautiful view. Very well furnished, with everything needed for a comfortable stay.

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Jason J - Jan 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Jason J
With partner

Baie privaat en stil.

Baie lekker gebly. Die dagbed is fantasties en 'n mens kan regtig ontspan.

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Very private and quiet.

Very nice stay. The day bed is fantastic and one can really relax.

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Jason, ons is baie bly julle het jul vakansie geniet. Hoop ons sien julle binnekort weer.

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Leigh L - Dec 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Leigh L
With friends

Relaxing and peaceful value for money.

Cottage was well equipped, aircon saved us on the very hot days/nights. Beds and couches not very comfortable, so we used the veranda a lot. Loved having a swallows' nest under the veranda roof. Well-established area, very accessible to the game viewing areas. Perfect to escape the city and malls and relax in the bush. Take anti-mozzi candles and lotion.

Tasha L - Oct 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Tasha L
With friends

Rustig en ontspannend.

Marulani Bush Lodge is baie netjies en diens is fantasties.

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Peaceful and relaxing.

Marulani Bush Lodge is very tidy and service is fantastic.

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Martin F - Jan 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Martin F
With partner

Baie netjies en skoon met alles wat nodig is om lekker te bly.

Het ons kamer baie geniet, want dit was reg voor die watergat. Plek was baie skoon en gerieflik, die aircon was so 'n pluspunt want dit raak maar lekker warm. Ook die wildrit was fantastic en gids was great.

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Very neat and clean with everything you need to have a nice stay.

Really enjoyed our room as it was right in front of the watering hole. Place was very clean and comfortable, the aircon was such a plus because it gets really hot. Also the game drive was fantastic and guide was great.

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Harry L - Jul 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Harry L

Lekker blyplek vir 'n paar dae in die bosveld.

Ons moes ongelukkig van huisie verander weens 'n gebarste waterpyp.

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Nice place to stay for a few days in the bush.

Unfortunately we had to change cottages due to a burst water pipe.

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Harry, baie dankie vir jou gewaardeerde resensie. Ons is verheug julle het die verblyf geniet. Vertrou ons sien julle weer binnekort.

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Lerato M - Oct 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Lerato M
With partner

Marulani went all out to make our stay worth it.

The game drive was the best. Kuli, the guy, knows his way around the bushes. The picnic set-up impressed me. Aunty Debby made sure we felt at home. Kuli made sure we enjoyed our game drive even though it was cold. Because of their warm welcome, we did not feel the breeze out there.

Marulani Bush Lodge 's response

Good day,
We are truly happy that you enjoyed your stay with us. Thank you for taking the time and letting us know.

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Erna V - Oct 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Erna V
With partner

Rustige wegbreek.

Ons het 'n fantastiese naweek gehad. Die Kurkbos-huisie is heeltemal privaat, baie netjies en skoon. Rustige bosatmosfeer en goeie diens.

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Peaceful getaway.

We had a fantastic weekend. The Kurkbos cottage is completely private, very neat and clean. Peaceful forest atmosphere and good service.

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Marulani Bush Lodge 's response

Erna, ek is baie bly julle het jul tydjie geniet. Sien julle gou weer.

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Stephan O - Aug 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Stephan O
With partner

Clean, beautiful on the fence accommodation in the wild.

If you want a bush experience and not far from home (if you are in Gauteng) this is really a place to unwind, start a fire and enjoy. Only thing I'll say is. maybe have a covered braai for the rain in the summer and just double check the WiFi (if you need it) Over all we enjoyed our stay.

Marulani Bush Lodge 's response

Good day Stephan,

Thank you for your feedback we really appreciate it. We will have a look at the Wi-Fi and see if we can improve it. We are also very glad that you enjoyed your stay and we hope to welcome you back in the future.

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Elsje J - May 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Elsje J
With partner

Sielsverkwikkend.

Marulani is nou een van ons gunstelingplekke in Dinokeng. Dit is 'n klipgooi van Pretoria af en maklik bereikbaar van die teerpad af met 'n 1.3 km-grondpad wat begaanbaar is ook vir gewone sedans. Ons het in Hak-en-Steek tuisgegaan wat direk uitkyk op 'n dammetjie waar ons bokke, 'n jakkals en verskeie voëlsoorte van die stoep af besigtig het. Die eenheid is 'n ruim, oopplan-chalet met 'n ten volle toegeruste kombuis. Die netheid van die eenheid was opvallend met nie eens 'n spinnerak in sig nie. Die eenheid is met deursig en baie uniek versier. Die badkamer met sy unieke, groot stort en meer as genoeg warm water is apart van die toilet en buite is daar 'n houttoegemaakte stort waar jy die bosveld kan bekyk terwyl jy 'n warm stort neem. Coenie en Valdette het die wildrit 'n heerlike avontuur gemaak met lekker warm drinkgoed by 'n lieflike rivieruitspanplek. Valdette het vir ons 'n spa-behandeling gereël op ons eenheid se stoep en die dames van die reisende spa, Patricia en Pearl, was betyds en baie professioneel. Daar was net te min tyd om nog die paadjies ook te gaan stap, maar beslis volgende keer.

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Soul invigorating.

Marulani is now one of our favorite places in Dinokeng. It is a stone's throw from Pretoria and easily accessible from the tarmac with a 1.3 km dirt road that is also passable for ordinary sedans. We stayed in Hak-en-Steek which directly overlooks a small pond where we saw goats, a fox and various bird species from the veranda. The unit is a spacious, open plan chalet with a fully equipped kitchen. The cleanliness of the unit was remarkable with not even a cobweb in sight. The unit is transparent and very uniquely decorated. The bathroom with its unique, large shower and more than enough hot water is separate from the toilet and outside there is a wooden enclosed shower where you can view the woodland while taking a hot shower. Coenie and Valdette made the game drive a wonderful adventure with nice hot drinks at a lovely riverside picnic spot. Valdette arranged a spa treatment for us on our unit's porch and the traveling spa ladies, Patricia and Pearl, were on time and very professional. There was just too little time to walk the paths too, but definitely next time.

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Elsje, ek is verheug julle het jul verblyf by Marulani geniet. Sien julle gou weer.

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Julie A - May 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Julie A
With friends

A piece of paradise. So peaceful and relaxing.

We were at the Haak en Steek unit which overlooks the waterhole, and the animals in the morning and evening were just amazing. Will definitely recommend and will visit again soon.

Marulani Bush Lodge 's response

Julie, I'm thrilled that you enjoyed your stay at Marulani. Hope to see you soon again.

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Rita V - Mar 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Rita V
With friends

Awesome, uitstekende diens.

Waarde vir geld. Ek sal die game drives aanbeveel. Amazing plekke en diere gesien. Gids was ongelooflik. Pas in by groep. Naby stad geleë, maar die rustigheid van natuur. Sal dit meer male doen oor 'n naweek. Padkos vir jou siel. Eienaars se gasvryheid van boonste gehalte.

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Awesome, excellent service.

Value for money. I would recommend the game drives. Amazing places and animals seen. Guide was amazing. Fit in with group. Located near the city, but the tranquility of nature. Will do it more times over a weekend. Road food for your soul. Owners' hospitality of the highest quality.

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Marulani Bush Lodge 's response

Rita, ek is baie bly julle het jul tydjie by Marulani geniet. Julle is welkom om ons ander oord in Dinokeng, genaamd Uitvlugt Resort, wat meer kinder vriendelik is, in die toekoms te besoek. Sien julle gou weer.

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Melanie B - Mar 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Melanie B

Rustigheid net om die draai.

Dit is 'n wonderlike plek as mens gou wil wegkom van die stad. Die plek is baie mooi, stil en netjies. Die wildrit is definitief die moeite werd. Ek sal gou weer teruggaan!

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Tranquility just around the corner.

It's a great place if you want to get away from the city. The place is very beautiful, quiet and tidy. The game drive is definitely worth it. I will go back again soon!

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Melanie, ek is baie bly julle het jul tydjie by Marulani geniet. Julle is welkom om ons ander oord in Dinokeng, genaamd Uitvlugt Resort, wat meer kinder vriendelik is, in die toekoms te besoek. Sien julle gou weer.

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Alvin J - Jan 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Alvin J
With partner

Baie lekker gewees. Baie geniet teen die bos.

My seuntjie wil net hê ons moet trek, want hy wil daar bly.

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It was very nice. Much fun against the bush.

My little boy just wants us to move because he wants to stay.

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Alvin, ek is baie bly julle het jul tydjie by Marulani geniet. Julle is welkom om ons ander oord in Dinokeng, genaamd Uitvlugt Resort, wat meer kinder vriendelik is, in die toekoms te besoek. Sien julle gou weer.

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Anthony G - Nov 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Anthony G
With partner

Amazing.

Everything you need is available in the unit. Nice place to get away with my wife. The guide doing the game drive knew where all the animals were. Worth paying the extra money as you are guaranteed to see more game.

Marulani Bush Lodge 's response

Good day Anthony. We are truly happy that you enjoyed your stay with us. Thank you for taking the time and letting us know.

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Nico B - May 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Nico B
With partner

Baie lekker plek, sentraal gelee.

Marulani is een van die beter bekostigbare lodges in die area, wild relatief aktief om kamp, ons sal definitief weer gaan. Is teleurgesteld oor verspreiding van wild in reservaat, sommige areas het min of geen wild en kan beter bestuur word. Sal ook kekker wees om bestuur te ontmoet, het geen bestuur of staff gesien na aankoms om te hoor of als in orde is, maar sal definitief weer daar bespreek.

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Very nice place, centrally located.

Marulani is one of the better affordable lodges in the area, wildlife relatively active around camp, we will definitely go again. Disappointed with distribution of wildlife in reserve, some areas have little or no wildlife and could be better managed. Would also be nice to meet management, didn't see any management or staff after arrival to find out if everything is ok, but will definitely book there again.

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Marulani Bush Lodge 's response

Nico, ek is bly jy het jou verblyf by Marulani geniet. Personeel was daarliks by jul chalet om skoon te maak, maar het gevind dat julle nie teenwoordig was nie; moontlik op self ry wildsrit. Bespreek gerus tydens jul volgende besoek 'n wildsrit wat ons inhuis aanbied. Jy sal aangenaam verras wees met die besigtigings wat ons bied.

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Elizabeth Jc B - Feb 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Elizabeth Jc B
With partner

Heerlik, reg in die bos!

Ouwêreldse pragtige dekor, hier maak jy jou hare los en loop kaalvoet.

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Delicious, right in the woods!

Old world beautiful decor, here you let your hair down and walk barefoot.

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Marulani Bush Lodge 's response

Elizabeth, ek is baie bly julle het jul tydjie by Marulani geniet. Julle is welkom om ons ander oord in Dinokeng, genaamd Uitvlugt Resort, wat meer kinder vriendelik is, in die toekoms te besoek. Sien julle gou weer.

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Leon R - Mar 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Leon R
With friends

Still en rustig.

Baie wild gesien.

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Quiet and peaceful.

Seen a lot of wildlife.

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Leon, ek is baie bly julle het jul tydjie by Marulani geniet. Julle is welkom om ons ander oord in Dinokeng, genaamd Uitvlugt Resort, wat meer kinder vriendelik is, in die toekoms te besoek. Sien julle gou weer

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Harry L - Apr 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Harry L
Family with young children

Die regte uitspanplek vir 'n paar dae op 'n mooi bosveldplekkie.

Mooi klein, oorsigtelik en goed onderhoue plek.

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The right relaxation place for a few days in a beautiful bushveld place.

Nice small, overview and well maintained place.

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Harry, ek is baie bly julle het jul tydjie by Marulani geniet. Julle is welkom om ons ander oord Uitvlugt Resort, wat meer kinder vriendelik is in die toekoms te besoek. Sien julle gou weer.

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Johanette V - Dec 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Johanette V
With friends

Die bestuur was baie goed behartig en altyd hulpvaardig.

Personeel baie hulpvaardig met dienste. Die chalet is baie goed toegerus.

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The management was very well taken care of and always helpful.

Staff very helpful with services. The chalet is very well equipped.

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Johanette, ons is baie bly julle het jul vakansie geniet. Hoop ons sien julle binnekort weer.

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Schalk A - Sep 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Schalk A
With partner

Baie lekker plek in die bos!

Ons het dit baie geniet om by Marulani te bly vir die naweek. Ons het in "Hak en Steek" gebly en die kothuis was baie skoon en goed ingerus. Die huisie het 'n wonderlike stoep wat uitkyk oor die watergat en is selfs langs die uitkykpunt waar vele diere kom water drink het. Ons kan dit aanbeveel vir enige iemand wat wil afskakel en 'n naweek in die bos geniet!

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Very nice place in the forest!

We really enjoyed staying at Marulani for the weekend. We stayed in "Hak en Steek" and the cottage was very clean and well equipped. The cottage has a wonderful porch that overlooks the waterhole and is even next to the lookout point where many animals came to drink water. We can recommend it to anyone who wants to switch off and enjoy a weekend in the woods!

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Marulani Bush Lodge 's response

Baie dankie Schalk, vir jou resensie. Ons is bly om te hoor julle het dit geniet by ons. Ons hoop om julle sommer gou weer by ons te verwelkom.

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Theo V - Jan 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Theo V
With partner

Lekker rustige naweek gewees.

Die eenheid was skoon en netjies gewees. Lekker privaat, kon net ontspan en rustig wees. Het ongelukkig omtrent die heeltyd gereën, en kon nie die wildsrit doen nie, dalk volgende keer.

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Had a nice quiet weekend.

The unit was clean and tidy. Nice private, could just relax and be peaceful. Unfortunately it rained pretty much the whole time, and couldn't do the game drive, maybe next time.

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Marulani Bush Lodge 's response

Theo, ek is jammer die weer het nie saam gespeel nie, maar nie te min is ek baie bly julle het jul tydjie by Marulani geniet. Julle is welkom om ons ander oord in Dinokeng, genaamd Uitvlugt Resort, wat meer kinder vriendelik is, in die toekoms te besoek. Sien julle gou weer.

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Arnold S - Jun 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Arnold S
With partner

Heerlik, rustig met 'n baie aangename wildrit.

Dit sou wel gaaf wees om 'n aktiewe benadering tot herwinning by Marulani te sien. Ek stel voor dat Marulani dit vir besoekers moontlik maak om nat en droë afval te skei en sodoende herwinning en hersirkulering bevorder.

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Lovely, peaceful with a very pleasant game drive.

It would be nice to see an active approach to recycling at Marulani though. I suggest that Marulani makes it possible for visitors to separate wet and dry waste, thus promoting recycling and recirculation.

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Arnold, dankie dat jy vir die natuur omgee. As eienaar van beide Marulani Bush Lodge asook Uitvlugt Resort is natuurbewaring vir my van uiterste belang. Ons maak gebruik van 'n instansie wat al ons vullis by albei ons oorde, verwyder na 'n fasiliteit wat alle herwinbaare materiaal skei en sodoende die aangrensende gemeenskap van werksgeleenthede voorsien. Hulle verkoop dus weer die herwinne produkte vir verdere inkomste. Sodoende doen ons ons bes tot die opbou van die gemeenskap en bydra tot herwinning en bewaaring van die natuur en hulp bronne.

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Michael V - Jun 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
2/5
Value for money
1/5
Michael V
With partner

Not pleasant.

Mould is growing on the silicone in the bath tub. WiFi is not working. Airconditioner is not working.

Marulani Bush Lodge 's response

Michael, I'm so sorry for your bad experience during your stay, however, I must inform you that the aircon and Wi-Fi was definitely working when you checked in. The Wi-Fi requires you to log in via the password provided, which I assume you did not do.

It is very unfortunate that you didn't report any problems during your stay to our friendly staff, in which case we could have attended or assisted immediately.

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Letanja B - Nov 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Letanja B
With partner

Dit was pragtig en die diens is fantasties.

Die wildrit was fantasties. Coenie weet waarvan hy praat en ons was so gelukkig om die luiperde te sien.

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It was beautiful and the service is fantastic.

The game drive was fantastic. Coenie knows what he is talking about and we were so lucky to see the leopards.

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Letanja, ek is baie bly julle het jul tydjie by Marulani geniet. Julle is welkom om ons ander oord in Dinokeng, genaamd Uitvlugt Resort, wat meer kinder vriendelik is, in die toekoms te besoek. Sien julle gou weer.

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Rika V - Oct 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Rika V
With partner

Rustig en privaat.

Rustig en privaat, net wat ons nodig het na 'n mal jaar. Ons kom beslis weer terug.

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Quiet and private.

Quiet and private, just what we needed after a crazy year. We will definitely come back again.

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Rika, ek is baie bly julle het jul tydjie by Marulani geniet. Julle is welkom om ons ander oord in Dinokeng, genaamd Uitvlugt Resort, wat meer kinder vriendelik is, in die toekoms te besoek. Sien julle gou weer.

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Nerisha R - Oct 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Nerisha R
Family with young children

Too short.

We needed more time for game drives. Would prefer more kid-friendly activities. The pool wasn't available.

Marulani Bush Lodge 's response

Nerisha, unfortunately we had a pool filtration system failure during your stay. You were invited to make utilise the facilities at Uitvlugt Resort, also belonging to me, which is more child friendly. Hope to see you soon again.

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Kobus D - Oct 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Kobus D
With partner

Absolute serenity.

Ongelooflike lekker plek! Was in die Hak en Steek-eenheid met die watergat reg voor die eenheid en het 'n paar keer op die bank aan die slaap geraak met diere wat my wakker gemaak het met hulle hoewe op die sement terwyl hulle gedrink het - baie aangenaam! 'n Jakkals het ook kom kuier net voor 6 toe ons die vuur aangesteek het wat 'n ervaring was! Was ook baie warm (38'C) en die lugversorging was 'n saving grace. Buitestort en privaatheid was ook 'n hoogtepunt! Plek was baie netjies, skoon en word mooi na gekyk - eienaars ook baie hulpvaardig en vriendelik. Sal my definitief weer sien!

Kelly G - Oct 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Kelly G
With partner

Awesome place to stay

Honestly just the best service. We went for my boyfriend's birthday and they did so much to make us feel welcome. Lovely couple who run the lodge and so friendly. Will definitely be back.

Marlene V - Sep 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Marlene V
With partner

Algehele privaatheid en stilte om siel te herlaai.

Die bos stort in die opelug was 1 hoogtepunt. Die game drive is 'n definitiewe aanbeveling met Coenie, vet pret en so interessant! Natuurlik ook die renosters en al die ander diere was 'n groot plus! Baie dankie vir die vriendelike diens en absolute wow ervaring vir alles! Ons 20 jaar huweliksherdenking sal vir altyd by Marulani gekoester word.

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Total privacy and quiet to recharge soul.

The forest shower in the open air was 1 highlight. The game drive is a definite recommendation with Coenie, great fun and so interesting! Of course also the rhinos and all the other animals were a big plus! Thank you very much for the friendly service and absolute wow experience for everything! Our 20 year wedding anniversary will be cherished forever at Marulani.

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Marulani Bush Lodge 's response

Baie dankie Marlene, dit was vir ons ook lekker om julle by ons te gehad het. Ons sal die boodskap oordra aan Coenie julle gids. Groete

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Werner W - Aug 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Werner W
With partner

Neat and comfy

Had the house at the waterhole with plenty animals coming in to drink. Very tidy setup.

Marcell N - Aug 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Marcell N
With partner

Uitstekend, rustig, mooi

Marulani Bush Lodge se Hak en Steek huisie se ligging is perfek, die huisie is mooi en netjies, mens sal nie vir meer kan vra vir 'n lekker wegbreek nie.

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Excellent, peaceful, beautiful

Marulani Bush Lodge's Hak en Steek cottage's location is perfect, the cottage is nice and tidy, you couldn't ask for more for a nice getaway.

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Goeie dag Marcell,

Baie dankie vir jou resensie ons waardeer dit opreg.
Ons hoop om julle weer by ons te verwelkom.

Groete,
Valdette

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Marianne D - Jun 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Marianne D
Family with young children

Gesellig.

Die huisie is skoon en netjies en die kombuis het alles wat mens nodig het. Lekker braai-area. Mooi uitkykpunt op die diere. Sal weer gaan.

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Sociable.

The house is clean and tidy and the kitchen has everything you need. Nice braai area. Nice vantage point on the animals. Will go again.

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Baie dankie Marianne vir die resensie, ons waardeer dit. Ons is verskriklik bly julle het julle tydjie geniet by ons en ons sien uit daarna om julle weer te verwelkom by ons vir julle volgende bos-rus!

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Zane B - Mar 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Zane B
With partner

Dit was baie baie lekker.

Ons het dit baie geniet en dit is definitief die geld werd gewees.

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It was very very nice.

We really enjoyed it and it was definitely worth the money.

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Magna V - Feb 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Magna V
With partner

Heerlik gerus in die bos.

Ons het in Kurkbos gebly. Baie oulike huisie. Lekker privaat en mooi decor. Buitestort is 'n wenner. Was 'n baie warm naweek maar die lugversorger het die huisie lekker koel gemaak. Die tuine om die huisies en by ontvangs is pragtig. Ons ontvangs was baie vriendelik en personeel baie behulpsaam. Was ons eerste besoek aan Dinokeng en sal dit beslis aanbeveel en ook Marulani. Dankie aan ons wildritgids, Coenie, vir al die interessante inligting.

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Great rest in the forest.

We stayed in Kurkbos. Very cute house. Nice private and nice decor. Outdoor shower is a winner. Was a very hot weekend but the air conditioner made the house nice and cool. The gardens around the cottages and at reception are beautiful. Our reception was very friendly and staff very helpful. Was our first visit to Dinokeng and would definitely recommend it and also Marulani. Thanks to our game drive guide, Coenie, for all the interesting information.

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Connie T - Jan 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Connie T
With partner

Ons het heerlik gekuier!

Ons het baie lekker gekuier, by Marulani Bush Lodge, sal definitief weer gaan.

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We had a great time!

We had a great time at Marulani Bush Lodge, will definitely go again.

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Anton N - Jan 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Anton N
With partner

Wonderlike naweek in die bosveld!

Die chalet was baie goed ingerig (alhoewel daar nie ’n TV is nie, maar dis okay). Die buite-stort is heerlik en ek sal dit aanbeveel! Die wildrit in die laatmiddag is ’n moet - ons het heelwat gesien en geleer by die gids.

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Wonderful weekend in the bush!

The chalet was very well furnished (although there is no TV, but that's okay). The outdoor shower is lovely and I would recommend it! The game drive in the late afternoon is a must - we saw and learned a lot from the guide.

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Goeie dag Anton,

Baie dankie vir jou resensie.
Dit is altyd wonderlik om te hoor as die plek geniet word. Ons hoop om julle binnekort weer te verwolkom by ons.

Groete
Valdette

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Wayne W - Oct 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Wayne W
Family with young children

See stars.

Neat and tidy accomodation in a great location.

Elize F - Sep 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Elize F
With friends

Asemrowend, wonderlike ervaring gewees.

Ongelooflike ondervinding gewees om diere by die watergat te sien. Wildrit was fantasties. Die plek is definitief aanbeveelbaar.

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Breathtaking, wonderful experience.

It was an incredible experience to see animals at the water hole. Game drive was fantastic. The place is definitely recommendable.

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Stephen D - Sep 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Stephen D
With partner

The house and location was great - perfect a couple who wanted a few days away.

Our hosts were super friendly and welcoming - helped us organise some great game drives and couldn't have done more to ensure we had a great time in Dinokeng!

Tony K - Jul 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Tony K
With partner

Lekker stil en privaat.

Heerlik gekuier en die plekkie was baie goed uiteengesit. Baie dankie vir almal se vriendelikheid! Wat is die kans dat daar 'n krip water langs Kurkbos ook gebou kan word sodat die diere by ons ook kan kom kuier? Kan die WiFi dalk opgeskerp word? Ons het geen WiFi gehad die tyd wat ons daar was nie.

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Nice quiet and private.

Had a great time and the place was very well laid out. Thank you very much for everyone's kindness! What are the chances that a manger of water can also be built next to Kurkbos so that the animals can also visit us? Could the WiFi be beefed up? We had no WiFi the time we were there.

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Goeie dag Lene,
Baie dankie vir jou resensie ons is baie bly julle het julle tydjie by ons geniet. Ons kyk dadelik na die Wi-Fi, en sal dit reg maak.
Groete,
Valdette

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Ninette D - Mar 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Ninette D
With partner

Baie rustig in die natuur.

Baie dankie vir 'n rustige en stil bos-ervaring. Die verblyf was baie skoon en netjies. Dit was heerlik om die kameelperd so naby die stoep dop te hou. Die wildrit saam met Coenie is beslis ook 'n hoogtepunt.

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Very peaceful in nature.

Thank you very much for a peaceful and quiet forest experience. The accommodation was very clean and tidy. It was wonderful to watch the giraffe so close to the porch. The game drive with Coenie is definitely a highlight too.

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Andries M - Jul 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Andries M
With partner

Lekker stil en privaat, en 'n uitsig op bos waar bokke loop.§

'n Heerlike toevlug uit die stad.

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Nice quiet and private, and a view of forest where goats walk.§

A wonderful escape from the city.

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Zelda-marie H - Mar 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Zelda-marie H
Family with young children

Lekker naweekwegbreek.

Marulani Bush Lodge het aan ons behoeftes voldoen vir 'n lekker naweek in Dinokeng.

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Nice weekend break.

Marulani Bush Lodge met our needs for a nice weekend in Dinokeng.

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Desire G - Jan 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Desire G
Family with young children

It was a very pleasant stay.

Would be nice if they sold ice and had a step inside the unique splash pool.

Sonja V - Oct 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Sonja V
Family with young children

Rustig.

Ons kon rustig ontspan in die bosveld. Blyplek skoon en netjies.

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Restful.

We could relax peacefully in the forest. Accommodation clean and tidy.

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Sonja, ek is baie bly julle het jul tydjie by Marulani geniet. Julle is welkom om ons ander oord in Dinokeng, genaamd Uitvlugt Resort, wat meer kinder vriendelik is, in die toekoms te besoek. Sien julle gou weer.

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Marcelle C - Dec 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Marcelle C
With partner

Dit was 'n rustige blyplek met eenvoudige verblyf.

Dit is wel in 'n groter reservaat, maar daar is te veel blyplekke en te veel paaie vir die area se grootte. Wild was baie skaars, en ons het nie eers een van die Groot Vyf gesien nie, met geen aanduiding dat hulle teenwoordig kon wees nie, met ander woorde geen mis of so iets te siene nie. Mens kon die groot pad wat deur die reservaat loop se verkeer aanhoudend hoor in die agtergrond. Nie so afgesonder as wat mens wil hê nie. Ons was bietjie teleurgesteld in dat ons nie op enige dammetjie of iets uitgekyk het nie - net 'n heining met veld agter dit. Die huisie was baie skoon met ons aankoms, maar die badkamer het mildew gehad en die bad was baie klein en ongemaklik, asook die stort bo-oor die bad was ongemaklik om te gebruik. Verder was die bosveld baie mooi en ons het heelwat voëls gesien en gehoor.

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It was a peaceful place to stay with simple accommodation.

It is indeed in a larger reserve, but there are too many places to stay and too many roads for the area's size. Game was very scarce, and we did not even see one of the Big Five, with no indication that they could be present, in other words no fog or anything like that to be seen. One could constantly hear the traffic of the main road that runs through the reserve in the background. Not as secluded as one would like. We were a bit disappointed that we didn't look out on any little pond or anything - just a fence with field behind it. The cottage was very clean when we arrived, but the bathroom had mildew and the bath was very small and uncomfortable, as well as the shower over the bath was uncomfortable to use. Furthermore, the woodland was very beautiful and we saw and heard a lot of birds.

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Marcelle, jammer julle het nie jul verblyf geniet nie. Probeer gerus ons ander oord in Dinokeng, genaamd Uitvlugt Resort, wat meer kinder vriendelik is. Sien julle gou weer.

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Andre L - Nov 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Andre L
With partner

Baie lekker en rustig, behalwe vir bure se kinders wat vroeg al lawaai het.

Meer wild moet na die hide gelok word. Geen diere in 3 ure gesien nie. Raai gaste aan om vrugte en saad vir voëls saam te vat. Wildsrit was 4/10. Kon geen goeie foto's neem van bewegende voertuig af nie.

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Very nice and quiet, except for neighbours' children who were noisy early on.

More game must be attracted to the hide. No animals seen in 3 hours. Advise guests to take fruit and seed for birds. Wild ride was 4/10. Couldn't take any good photos from moving vehicle.

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Karien K - Feb 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
2/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Karien K
With partner

Netjiese verblyf.

Die plekkie was baie netjies gewees. Die buite stort is n groot plus as ek oor iets kan kla sal dit oor die bed wees. Dis kliphard en slaap baie ongemaklik. Verder het ons lekker gebly.

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Neat accommodation.

The place was very neat. The outside shower is a big plus if I could complain about anything it would be about the bed. It's rock hard and sleeps very uncomfortable. Other than that we had a nice stay.

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Amanda B - Aug 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Amanda B
With partner

Aangename verblyf.

Marulani Bush bied aangename en gemaklike verblyf in 'n natuuromgewing. Dis rustig, en hoewel nie luuks nie, is dit netjies. Naby aan die meeste besienswaardighede. Al kritiek is dat Marulani darem handwasseep kon voorsien het in die eenheid.

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Pleasant stay.

Marulani Bush offers pleasant and comfortable accommodation in a natural environment. It's quiet, and although not luxurious, it's neat. Close to most attractions. All criticism is that Marulani could at least have provided hand washing soap in the unit.

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Rossouw O - Aug 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
1/5
Location
5/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Rossouw O
With partner

Ek wil liewer nie kommentaar lewer nie.

Die verblyf is pragtig, netjies en skoon. Ongelukkig is dit waar dit eindig. Ek kan ongelukkig nie eerlik kommentaar lewer oor gasvryheid want dit het nie bestaan. Hulle kan gerus by hulle bure gaan leer wat dit beteken.

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I prefer not to comment.

The accommodation is beautiful, neat and clean. Unfortunately, that's where it ends. Unfortunately, I cannot honestly comment on hospitality because it was non-existent. They can go and learn from their neighbors what it means.

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Goeie dag Rossouw,
Ons is jammer jy voel so.
Groete

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Braam S - Dec 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Braam S
With partner

Gemaklik en mooi.

Privaat en snoesig. Reageer baie vinning op enige versoek.

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Comfortable and beautiful.

Private and cuddly. Respond very quickly to any request.

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Susan V - Sep 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Susan V
Family with young children

Het heerlik gebly en plekkie is pragtig. Het wildrit ook vreeslik geniet.

Was baie vriendelik ontvang. Plekkie is regtig baie mooi en netjies.

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Had a great stay and the place is beautiful. Also really enjoyed game drive.

Was very kindly received. Plekkie is really very nice and tidy.

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Susan, ek is baie bly julle het jul verblyf geniet. Besoek ons gerus weer.

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Ashleigh M - Aug 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Ashleigh M
Family with young children

Exceptional client service.

Owners are very friendly and accommodating. They went out of their way to make our stay enjoyable. Coenie is an awesome guide.

Alan S - Aug 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Alan S
With partner

Rustig, pragtig, netjies, skoon en uitstekend geleë.

Die diens was puik en die kamers goed versorg. Die huisies is ver uitmekaar wat privaatheid bied. Marulani is goed geleë om meeste van Dinokeng te verken. Ons het dit baie geniet en sal beslis weer daar tuisgaan.

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Quiet, beautiful, neat, clean and excellently located.

The service was great and the rooms well maintained. The cottages are far apart which provides privacy. Marulani is well located to explore most of Dinokeng. We really enjoyed it and will definitely stay there again.

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Alan, ek is baie bly julle het jul verblyf geniet. Besoek ons gerus weer.

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Lize S - Aug 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Lize S
With partner

Rustige, siels-verkwikkende bos-wegbreek.

Heerlike bos-wegbreek, slegs 'n halfuur van Pretoria. Rustigheid en stilte, pragtige huisie (Kierieklapper), uiters skoon en netjies met alles wat mens nodig het. Ons het ook op ‘n genotvolle wildrit saam met die eienaar gegaan, en sy kennis en passie vir bewaring van Dinokeng was indrukwekkend. Duisende foto's van wild en voëls geneem - sal beslis weer gaan!

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Peaceful, soul-invigorating forest getaway.

Lovely forest getaway, only half an hour from Pretoria. Peace and quiet, beautiful house (Kierieklapper), extremely clean and tidy with everything you need. We also went on an enjoyable game drive with the owner, and his knowledge and passion for conservation of Dinokeng was impressive. Took thousands of photos of wildlife and birds - would definitely go again!

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Lize, ek is baie bly julle het jul verblyf geniet. Besoek ons asseblief gerus weer.

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Alta V - Mar 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Alta V
With partner

Heerlik ontspannend. Mal oor die privaatheid van behuising. Fasiliteite en diens puik.

Wildsrit beste ooit! Baie geleer.

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Very relaxing. Love the privacy of housing. Facilities and service excellent.

Game drive was the best ever! Much learned.

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Alta, ek is baie bly julle het jul verblyf geniet. Besoek ons asseblief gerus weer.

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Peet V - Jan 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Peet V
With partner

Uitstekend! So lekker in die natuur met boslewe, baie voëls en diere.

Onvergeetlike tyd gehad. Debbie en personeel was so behulpsaam en het so baie moeite gedoen. Wil definitief weer gaan.

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Outstanding! So nice in nature with forest life, lots of birds and animals.

Had an unforgettable time. Debbie and staff were so helpful and put in so much effort. Definitely want to go again.

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Peet, ek is baie bly julle het jul verblyf geniet. Besoek ons asseblief gerus weer.

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Cliff W - Aug 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Cliff W
Individual traveller

Baie rustig, stil en baie vriendelike gashere.

Baie maklik om daar te kom, goed geleë en die gashere sal uit hulle pad gaan om jou te akkomodeer.

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Very peaceful, quiet and very friendly hosts.

Very easy to get there, well located and the hosts will go out of their way to accommodate you.

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Cliff, ek is baie bly julle het jul verblyf geniet. Besoek ons gerus weer.

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Leon L - Jan 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Leon L
Family with teenagers

Baie netjiese en rustige plek in die bos.

Die plek is regtig netjies. Die huis se uitleg is nie na my smaak nie. Die swembad is regtig net 'n splash pool en was groen met ons aankoms.

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Very neat and peaceful place in the forest.

The place is really neat. The layout of the house is not to my taste. The pool is really just a splash pool and was green when we arrived.

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Phillip D - Aug 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Phillip D
Family with young children

Uitstekend, kan nie wag om weer te gaan.

Skoon, funksionele eenhede met goeie braaigeriewe. Lekker plek om te stap en hide om by te sit. Wildkykrit is uitstekend!

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Excellent, can't wait to go again.

Clean, functional units with good braai facilities. Nice place to walk and hide to sit by. Game viewing drive is excellent!

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Phillip, ek is baie bly julle het jul verblyf geniet. Besoek ons gerus weer.

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Spencer E - Aug 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Spencer E
With partner

The cottage setting is fantastic.

The cottage we stayed in is right on the game reserve fence with a water hole 30 to 40 yards away. We did not have to move to see a fair amount of game within 30 yards of us. From our verandah we saw elephant, giraffe, zebra, blue wildebeest, duiker, warthog, ostrich, eland and impala. Also lots of birds. We had a great stay.

Marulani Bush Lodge 's response

Spencer, I'm glad you enjoyed your stay. Please visit us again.

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Clarissa D - Aug 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Clarissa D
With partner

Baie lekker.

Goeie ligging en besonder netjies en skoon. Goeie plek om te rus.

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Very nice.

Good location and particularly neat and clean. Good place to rest.

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Louis, ek is baie bly julle het jul verblyf geniet. Besoek ons asseblief gerus weer.

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Hanneke L - Dec 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Hanneke L
With partner

Rustige, pragtige verblyf reg teen die wildheining.

'n Baie besonderse plek om rustig te ontspan reg langs die wildheining. Die watergat is reg voor Haak en Steek en ons kon rustig op die stoep sit en na die wild kyk wat kom water drink. Die chalet is pragtig skoon en goed toegerus. Sal definitief Marulani aanbeveel.

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Quiet, beautiful accommodation right next to the game fence.

A very special place to relax quietly right next to the game fence. The water hole is right in front of Haak en Steek and we could sit quietly on the stoep and watch the wildlife coming to drink water. The chalet is beautifully clean and well equipped. Would definitely recommend Marulani.

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Roeland W - Oct 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Roeland W
With partner

Relaxing and refreshing

Clean, comfortable, beautiful birds and night sounds, friendly staff (very few), good directions, adequate equipment for self catering (sharp knives would be great). Will be visiting again. Thank you

Tommie C - Jan 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Tommie C
With friends

Rustige atmosfeer.

Die mense was baie hulpvaardig. Ons het geen probleme ervaar nie. Bring jou gesin en vriende saam vir 'n rustige boservaring.

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Peaceful atmosphere.

The people were very helpful. We did not experience any problems. Bring your family and friends along for a peaceful bush experience.

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Tommie, ek is baie bly julle het jul verblyf geniet. Besoek ons asseblief gerus weer.

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Lesley A - Oct 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Lesley A
With partner

Marulani was really lovely and we so enjoyed our time there, nice and relaxing.

There just few things that could be improved. When arrived we were greeted by the lady at reception but after that saw nobody else, except the lady to clean. It would have been nice if someone just came round asked if everything was ok and told us a bit about the lodge. The fridge was way too small for a weekend load of food for 2 and a few drinks. The swimming pool was not much of a pool and was green. The game drive was late to fetch us (although we did get a SMS) but a friendly phone call would have been a lot better. The driver drove rather fast on occasions and it felt a bit unsafe at times.

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Lesley, I'm sorry that you didn't enjoy your stay.
The 210 litre fridge is bigger than the 170 litre recommended for a 2 sleeper chalet.
The pool did turn green because of the severe weather we experienced, as all pools tend to do under those circumstances.
The game drive started a bit later than scheduled due to weather conditions.
Hope your next visit will be more pleasant.

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Letesia W - Nov 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
1/5
Location
1/5
Safety
1/5
Value for money
1/5
Letesia W
With partner

Geen wildsritte het plaas gevind nie as gevolg van die reën nie.

Geen geld is blykbaar nou terugbetaal deur die lodge nie, maar 'n geskenkbewys is aangebied. Ek is regtig woedend dat so opsie enigsins aanvaarbaar is, want hulle het geld ontvang. Indien 'n rit nie plaas gevind nie, moet geld terug aan kliënt betaal word. Skrywe van die lodge is nou as ek nie die geskenkbewys wil gebruik nie, verhaal ek my geld! Dit is blatante diefstal! Voor die naweek het boodskappe van Valdette my meegedeel dat net 3 ritte beskikbaar is, ongeag van dit geadverteer is op die webtuiste. Vrydagmiddag 16:00, Saterdagoggend om 06:00. Noodgewonge het ek toe besluit op Vrydagmiddag om 16:00, want die rit so vroeg op Saterdagoggend was nie geskik vir ons nie. Ek glo dat dit eerstens die gaste se keuse is. Dit het toe gereën Vryda middag. Saterdagoggend toe bel Valdette my en vra of wil ons 12h:0 gaan, wat my toe laat instem het. Kwart voor 12 toe ons by die ontvangs opdaag, begin dit weer te reën. Ons word toe gebel en gesê dat geen verdere ritte sal plaasvind a.g.v. voorspelling van reën nie. Later die aand toe kry ek weer boodskap van 'n rit wat gereël word vir 06:00 die volgende oggend, waarop ek toe sê nee dankie. Dit het egter die hele nag gereën, tot ons daar weg is. Ek het e-pos aan hulle gerig, en gevra dat my geld asb terug betaal moet word, waarop ek skrywe van die geskenkbewys ontvang het, met 'n boodskap dat geen geld betaalbaar is nie. My man werk vir maande buitelands, en ek kan net sien dat dit nie moontlik gaan wees om die geskenkbewys te gebruik a.g.v. sy werk, en te oordeel aan die gesprekke met Valdette is die lodge nie toeganglik vir die gaste se reëlings van ritte nie. Ons het die oggend op 'n rit van ons eie die bakkie van die Lodge teëgekom waarop daar net 3 mense was, en nie 4 soos geadverteer nie. Maar ek is uiters teleurgesteld in die houding van die plek om geld te vat vir iets wat hulle nie gelewer het nie, en dat hulle nie die geld terug wil betaal nie. Ek sal beslis nie hulle aanbeveel vir enige persoon nie.

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No game drives took place because of the rain.

No money appears to have been refunded by the lodge, but a gift card was offered. I am really outraged that such an option is even acceptable because they received money. If a trip does not take place, money must be paid back to the customer. Writing from the lodge is now if I don't want to use the gift card, I get my money back! This is blatant theft! Before the weekend, messages from Valdette informed me that only 3 rides were available, regardless of what was advertised on the website. Friday afternoon 16:00, Saturday morning at 06:00. Out of necessity, I then decided on Friday afternoon at 16:00, because the trip so early on Saturday morning was not suitable for us. I believe that it is the guests' choice first. It then rained Friday afternoon. On Saturday morning, Valdette called me and asked if we wanted to go at 12h:0, which then made me agree. A quarter to 12 when we arrived at the reception, it started to rain again. We were then called and told that no further trips would take place due to forecast of rain. Later that evening I got another message about a trip that was arranged for 06:00 the next morning, to which I said no thank you. However, it rained all night until we left. I emailed them, and asked that my money be refunded, to which I received a letter from the gift card, with a message that no money is payable. My husband has been working abroad for months, and I can only see that it will not be possible to use the gift voucher due to his work, and judging from the conversations with Valdette, the lodge is not accessible for the guests' arrangements of trips. In the morning, on a drive of our own, we encountered the bakkie of the Lodge with only 3 people on it, and not 4 as advertised. But I am extremely disappointed in the attitude of the place to take money for something they did not deliver, and that they do not want to pay the money back. I would definitely not recommend them to any person.

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Monica C - Dec 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Monica C
Family with young children

Pragtige verblyf, lekker rustig vir mense wat wil rus, vriendelike diens.

Ons het heerlike tyd gehad by Marulani Bush Lodge, het in Maroela gebly. Plekkie was groot genoeg vir 4 volwassenes en 1 kind. Baie netjies. Die personeel is baie vriendelik en behulpsaam.

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Beautiful accommodation, nice and quiet for people who want to rest, friendly service.

We had a lovely time at Marulani Bush Lodge, stayed in Maroela. Place was big enough for 4 adults and 1 child. Very neat. The staff is very friendly and helpful.

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Monica, ek is baie bly julle het jul verblyf geniet. Besoek ons asseblief gerus weer.

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Tamzin A - Dec 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Tamzin A
Large group

Peaceful.

Perfect getaway.

Christine V - Dec 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Christine V
With partner

Vriendelikheid en baie bedagsame personeel.

Heerlik gerus en die smaaklikste disse geniet.

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Friendliness and very attentive staff.

Rested well and enjoyed the most delicious dishes.

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Melissa V - Nov 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Melissa V
With friends

Salig.

Dankie vir 'n ongelooflike ervaring. Die luister na die bosgeluide saans op die stoep, die volledig toegeruste akkommodasie teen die wildsheining met alles wat ons nodig gehad, 'n lekker vleisie op die vuur en 'n insiggewende wildsrit het die naweek vervolmaak. Ons sal vir seker terug wees! Dankie, Debbie, Riaan, Coenie en Valdette.

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Blessed.

Thanks for an amazing experience. We listened to the forest sounds at night on the veranda, appreciated the fully equipped accommodation right by the game fence with everything we needed, threw some meat on the fire and enjoyed an informative game drive over the weekend. We will be back for sure! Thank you, Debbie, Riaan, Coenie and Valdette.

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Phillip V - Nov 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Phillip V
With partner

Onvergeetlike week en groot bederf met Marius en Debbie.

My vrou, Joey, se verjaarsdagbederf was net die regte plek. So baie diere gesien, selfs 3 meter van ons. Blouwildebeeste, koedoes, zebras, rooibokke en kameelperde was volop en mak. Baie netjies en diens uitstekend. Sal weer soontoe gaan in die nuwe jaar.

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Unforgettable week and great pampering with Marius and Debbie.

My wife Joey's birthday treat was just the right place. Saw so many animals, even 3 meters from us. Blue wildebeest, kudus, zebras, impalas and giraffes were plentiful and tame. Very neat and excellent service. Will go there again in the new year.

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Jan S - Oct 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jan S
With partner

Rustig.

Die swembad sou handig te pas gekom het in die hitte van die naweek. Dankie tog vir die buitestorte.

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Restful.

The pool would have come in handy in the heat of the weekend. Thank goodness for the outdoor showers.

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Stella V - Oct 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Stella V
Family with teenagers

Pragtige verblyf en lieflike mense.

Debbie en Riaan het my dogter se verlowing ongelooflik spesiaal gemaak. Baie dankie. Ons beveel regtig Marulani aan vir 'n heerlike boskuier en die wildsrit was net so lekker saam Riaan.

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Beautiful accommodation and lovely people.

Debbie and Riaan made my daughter's engagement extremely special. Thanks so much. We recommend Marulani for a wonderful time in the bush and the game drive with Riaan was also great.

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Pieter V - Sep 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Pieter V
With friends

Vredevolle bosveldervaring.

Wat 'n lekker plek. Dis 'n voëlkykparadys en 'n dierrykplek. Ons het 'n klipgooi ver drie leeus gesien. Vriendelike diens. Dankie, Riaan en Debbie.

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Peaceful woodland experience.

What a nice place. It's a birdwatching paradise and a wildlife sanctuary. We saw three lions a stone's throw away. Friendly service. Thank you, Riaan and Debbie.

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Annelie H - Aug 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Annelie H
Family with young children

Baie lekker.

Sal Marulani Bush Lodge aanbeveel, baie rustig en netjies.

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Very nice.

Would recommend Marulani Bush Lodge, very peaceful and tidy.

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Dirk D - Jul 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Dirk D
Family with teenagers

Ons het baie lekker gebly by uitstekende gashere wat weet hoe om mens te laat tuis voel te midde van 'n spesiale atmosfeer wat met sorg en passie geskep is en steeds verbeter word.

As jy van pretty hou maak die ingang net van die (kort) stofpad af jou reeds goed voel oor jou keuse. Binne raak dit net beter met 'n onverwagse kunstige karakter wat geskep word. Die Maroela huisie is perfek vir gesinne van 4, 5 of 6 met alles wat mens nodig het vir selfsorg in 'n bosveld-atmosfeer. Riaan en Debbie is besondere gashere wat mens nie net tuis nie, maar ook gemaklik en ontspanne laat voel. Professioneel. Bekwaam. Hartlik. Onnutsig. Stap (ry) die ekstra myl(e). 'n Sien-beslis-julle-weer-ervaring.

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We had a great time staying with excellent hosts who know how to make you feel at home in the midst of a special atmosphere that has been created with care and passion and is still being improved.

If you like pretty, the entrance just off the (short) dust road already makes you feel good about your choice. Inside, it only gets better with an unexpected artistic character being created. The Maroela cottage is perfect for families of 4, 5 or 6 with everything you need for self-catering in a bushveld atmosphere. Riaan and Debbie are special hosts who make you feel not only at home, but also comfortable and relaxed. Professional. Capable. Cordially. Useless. Walk (drive) the extra mile(s). A definitely see-you-again experience.

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Nico H - Jun 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Nico H
Family with teenagers

Wow! Friendly owners, friendly staff, beautiful gardens and a lovely, cosy cottage.

Really enjoyed our stay at Marulani Bush lodge. The game drive was very informative and we, as bird lovers, got a change to see beautiful birds and got first hand info from our guide.

Ian N - Mar 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Ian N
With partner

Die geriewe is uiters skoon, stylvol en baie gerieflik. Marulani gaan uit hulle pad vir jou!

Riaan en Debbie gaan uit hulle pad vir hulle gaste. Nie net is hulle uiters gasvry en bedagsaam nie, maar ook baie bekwaam wat natuurlewe aanbetref. Die lodge het baie karakter en mens voel dadelik tuis. Marulani se veldritte en staptoere is van beter gehalte en meer omvattend as wat ons oor die laaste 15 jaar in wêreld beroemde "safari lodges" ervaar het.

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The facilities are extremely clean, stylish and very comfortable. Marulani goes out of their way for you!

Riaan and Debbie go out of their way for their guests. Not only are they extremely hospitable and considerate, but also very capable of wildlife. The lodge has lots of character and one feels at home right away. Marulani's field trips and hiking tours are of a better quality and more comprehensive than we have experienced in world famous "safari lodges" over the past 15 years.

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Deon L - Mar 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Deon L
With partner

Die stilte en rustigheid in die natuur is ongelooflik.

Vandat ons daar aangekom het totdat ons vertrek het was ons soos konings behandel. Die verblyf is goed toegerus en alles wat jy nodig het vir selfsorg is beskikbaar. Die uitleg van Marulani maak almal se verblyf uniek, aangesien dit voel of dit net jy in die natuur is. Die stilte, rustigheid en uitsig is ongelooflik.

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The peace and quiet of nature is unbelievable.

We were treated like kings since our arrival until we left. Die accommodation is well equipped and everything you need for self-catering is there. The lay-out of Marulani makes everyone's stay unique, seeing that you feel like you're just in nature. The quietness, peace and view are unbelievable.

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Attie G - Feb 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Attie G
With partner

Aangenaam verras.

Dit was baie lekker met Debbie en Riaan wat besonder behulpsaam was en boslewe geniet. Dakwaaiers kan miskien vervang word met lugversorging. Het die bosnaweek terdeë geniet. Dankie Debbie en Riaan.

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Pleasantly surprised.

It was very nice with Debbie and Riaan who were particularly helpful and enjoy forest life. Ceiling fans may be replaced with air conditioning. Thoroughly enjoyed the forest weekend. Thank you Debbie and Riaan.

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Willie B - Feb 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Willie B
Family with young children

Very lovely and peaceful bushveld experience!

Marulani was a real find, so close to Pretoria and beautiful surroundings, especially after all the wonderful rain lately! The owners are extremely friendly and helpful and they make you feel at home as soon as you arrive! We will definitely be back soon!

Liesel V - Jan 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Liesel V
Family with young children

Very relaxing and beautifully furnished.

We really enjoyed our stay. The cottage is beautifully decorated and has everything you need. Having the big "stoep" with the private view of the game park made us feel like we were the only ones there and the animals can come so close. It was so quiet and peaceful, we all feel re-invigorated and so relaxed and rested.

Eugene H - Oct 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Eugene H
With partner

Bush break-away!

I would highly recommend Marulani Bush Lodge to anyone looking for a quick weekend break. We stayed in Hak & Steek, will recommend this unit to couples looking for some privacy. The unit overlooks a waterhole and the zebras are keen visitors. Unit was very clean and neat on our arrival, Debbie and her team are friendly hosts and make you feel truly welcome. We'll definitely be back.

Valetie E - Aug 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Valetie E

Very well equipped chalet and beautifully clean, a lovely break in the bush.

What a wonderful weekend we had. My mother of 91 came with us and Riaan went out of his way to accommodate her on two game drives. Thank you for your patience and general concern while caring for us all. We will definitely be back.

Nicky M - Aug 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Nicky M

Beautiful place.

Had a lovely three nights at Marulani. Debbie and Riaan are very warm and welcoming and we could not have asked for more. The units are spotless, comfortable and just what we were looking for. Loved it and can't wait to go back.

Piet D - Mar 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Piet D
Family with young children

In die Bosveld, naby die stad.

Beste gashere in Dinokeng. Akkommodasie skoon, netjies en smaakvol. Atmosfeer ontspanne en rustig met afwagting vir die volgende dier wat kom suip. Dankie vir 'n wonderlike naweek.

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In the Bosveld, near the city.

Best hosts in Dinokeng. Accommodation clean, tidy and tasteful. Atmosphere relaxed and peaceful with anticipation for the next animal to come and drink. Thanks for a wonderful weekend.

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Celia J - Apr 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Celia J
With friends

So tuis soos by jou eie huis.

Marulani is naby, en voordat jy moeg gery is, is jy daar. Dit voel of 'n mens by familie gaan kuier. En dan leef 'n mens in die oomblik vir die volgende twee dae. Jy dink nie aan wat gister gebeur het nie, en ook nie wat more se moeilikheid gaan wees nie. Al wat saakmaak is die oomblik: die neushoringvoëls wat al om die huis konsert hou; die leeus wat die dag groet; die rooibokramme wat hulle familie bymekaar probeer hou. En wanneer jy weer in die pad val huis toe, is jou siel rustig, en sien jy kans vir wat na jou kant toe kom. Dankie vir 'n onoortreflike naweek.

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As at home as at your own home.

Marulani is close, and before you are tired of driving, you are there. It feels like visiting family. And then one lives in the moment for the next two days. You don't think about what happened yesterday, nor what tomorrow's trouble will be. All that matters is the moment: the hornbills that are holding a concert around the house; the lions that greet the day; the roebuck trying to keep their family together. And when you hit the road home again, your soul is at peace, and you see opportunity for what comes your way. Thank you for an unbeatable weekend.

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Anonymous Guest - Jun 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Anonymous Guest
Family with teenagers
Gerda C - Oct 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
1/5
Location
5/5
Safety
1/5
Value for money
3/5
Gerda C
With partner

Rustig en stil.

Afwesigheid van die gasheer/-vrou was duidelik.

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Calm and quiet.

Absence of the host/wife was evident.

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Liandi S - Dec 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Liandi S
With partner

Die eenheid is toegerus met alles wat nodig is, netjies en is naby aan die draad waar diere gesien kan word van die stoep af.

Debbie en Riaan se gasvryheid was besonders. Debbie het daagliks seker gemaak alles is in orde en het selfs vir ons 'n pak kaarte en Jenga geleen aangesien ons ons sin by die huis vergeet het. Die wildrit saam Riaan was fantasties, ons het 6 jagluiperds gesien wat 'n blouwildebees gevang het. Riaan het ons vertel van Dinokeng asook sy ondervinding in die bos en al die diere en voëls. Ons eenheid (Kierieklapper) is lieflik geleë naby die draad en ons het vele sebras en bokkies gesien. Dit was waarlik 'n baie lekker wegbreek en ons sal beslis Marulani aanbeveel vir enigiemand.

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The unit is equipped with everything needed, neat and close to the wire where animals can be seen from the porch.

Debbie and Riaan's hospitality was exceptional. Debbie checked daily that everything was in order and even lent us a deck of cards and Jenga as we forgot our sense at home. The game drive with Riaan was fantastic, we saw 6 cheetahs that caught a blue wildebeest. Riaan told us about Dinokeng as well as his experience in the forest and all the animals and birds. Our unit (Kierieklapper) is beautifully situated close to the wire and we saw many zebras and goats. It was truly a very nice break and we would definitely recommend Marulani to anyone.

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Michelle P - Dec 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Michelle P
With friends

What a wonderful bush experience!

This was a really beautifully decorated lodge with the most amazing view of the bush. The lodge had everything we required and the game drives were awesome. Overall it was an amazing experience! Riaan and Debbie made us feel so welcome and went the extra mile for us! We will definitely go back!

Susan S - Oct 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Susan S
With partner

Die rustigheid van Marulani Bush Lodge is 'n lafenis vir die siel.

By Marulani Bush Lodge kan jy net ontspan en die stilte en rustigheid geniet. Debbie en Riaan het 'n passie vir die natuur en deel graag hulle ervarings met hulle gaste. Jy voel spesiaal by Marulani Bush Lodge. Die huisies het elkeen sy eie karakter en die buitestorte is 'n bonus. Die wildrit is 'n moet - ons het dit baie geniet! Ons sal beslis weer gaan ontspan en die natuur geniet by Marulani Bush Lodge.

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The tranquility of Marulani Bush Lodge is a treat for the soul.

At Marulani Bush Lodge you can just relax and enjoy the quiet and tranquility. Debbie and Riaan have a passion for nature and likes to share their experiences with their guests. You feel special at Marulani Bush Lodge. The cottages each have their own character and the outside showers are a bonus. The game drive is a must - we enjoyed it! We will definitely relax and enjoy nature at Marulani Bush Lodge again.

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Emile D - Oct 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Emile D
With partner

Al ons verwagtinge oortref!

Ek wil net duisend dankies sê aan Oom Riaan en sy vrou wat werklik uit hul pad uit gegaan het om ons naweek onvergeetlik te maak. Die perfekte ligging (Haak en Steek huis) oorkant die watergat, met onvergeetlike wildritte waar ons so baie geleer het tot en met die ontbyt en romantiese piekniek. Oom en tannie het uit julle pad uit gegaan om dit vir ons so spesiaal te maak. Julle liefde vir die bos word dwarsdeur beleef en ek en my verloofde is opreg dankbaar. Die chalet was pynlik netjies gewees, die kliëntediens uit die boonste rakke en die klein goedjies was top klas. Ek beveel enige iemand wat lus is vir 'n wegbreek van tegnologie, in die middel van die bos, aan om hier te kom bly. Al ons verwagtinge oortref. Dankie oom Riaan en oom se vrou.

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Exceeded all our expectations!

I just want to say a thousand thanks to Oom Riaan and his wife who really went out of their way to make our weekend unforgettable. The perfect location (Hook and Stitch house) opposite the water hole, with unforgettable game drives where we learned so much until the breakfast and romantic picnic. Uncle and aunt went out of their way to make it so special for us. Your love for the forest is felt throughout and my fiancé and I are truly grateful. The chalet had been painstakingly tidy, the customer service top notch and the little things were top class. I recommend anyone who wants a break from technology, in the middle of the woods, to come and stay here. Exceeded all our expectations. Thank you uncle Riaan and uncle's wife.

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Mmapitso K - Oct 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Mmapitso K
With partner

Home away from home, perfect.

A very nice place to be. The kitchen is fully equipped, the hospitality is excellent. Thanks Derbbie and Riaan for going the extra mile. Me and my husband are planning 2 come back soon. The game drive was perfect.

Sharon M - Oct 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Sharon M
Family with teenagers

Baie lekker en rustig gekuier by Marulani Bush Lodge.

Die minuut toe ons aankom by Marulani Bush Lodge was Riaan daar om ons te verwelkom. Hy het gesê ons moet skree as daar enige iets was wat ons sou benodig. Dit het onmiddelik meer gevoel asof ons by familie kuier en nie by 'n lodge was nie. Die akkommodasie en die hele naweek het ons lekker gerus. Saterdag het Riaan ons op 'n wildsbesigtiging geneem en op sy tyd alles vir ons gewys en uit sy pad gegaan om die renosters te kry. Daarna het Riaan vir ons genooi om saam met hom by die guest lodge to braai. Ek kan 'n naweek saam met Riaan en Debbie hoogs aanbeveel, warm mense wat jou baie welkom laat voel. Weereens dankie julle, ons het lekker gekuier en sal beslis weer kom kuier.

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Very nice and peaceful stay at Marulani Bush Lodge.

The minute we arrived at Marulani Bush Lodge Riaan was there to welcome us. He told us to shout if there was anything we needed. It immediately felt more like we were staying with family and not at a lodge. We enjoyed the accommodation and the whole weekend. On Saturday Riaan took us on a game viewing and showed us everything in his time and went out of his way to find the rhinos. Afterwards, Riaan invited us to barbecue with him at the guest lodge. I can highly recommend a weekend with Riaan and Debbie, warm people who make you feel very welcome. Thank you again, we had a great time and will definitely visit again.

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Engela V - Sep 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Engela V

Wat 'n awesome naweek!

Die eienaars van Marulani Bush Lodge, Debbie en Riaan, is 2 wonderlike mense wat jou soos familie laat voel. Hul gasvryheid en bereidwilligheid om die ekstra myl te loop vir hul gaste is besonders. Hul plekkie is gerieflik, skoon en netjies. Die stilte van die Bosveld en die rustigheid van hul lodge is hemel op aarde. Ek sal hulle plek aanbeveel vir enige persoon wat graag die natuur wil beleef in al sy prag.

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What an awesome weekend!

The owners of Marulani Bush Lodge, Debbie and Riaan, are 2 wonderful people who make you feel like family. Their hospitality and willingness to go the extra mile for their guests is exceptional. Their place is comfortable, clean and tidy. The silence of the Bushveld and the tranquility of their lodge is heaven on earth. I would recommend their place to any person who would like to experience nature in all its splendor.

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Ida D - Sep 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Ida D

Ons het in Maroela gebly en dit was baie netjies en goed onderhou.

Met ons aankoms was ons baie vriendelik ontvan deur Riaan en Debbie. Die ligging van Marulani en die omgewing het ons die stilte gebied waarna ons gesoek het vir 'n naweek-wegbreek. Die voëllewe en die diere geluide wanneer die bos wakker word was wonderlik. Sal beslis weer daar gaan kuier.

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We stayed in Maroela and it was very neat and well-kept.

We had a friendly reception from Riaan and Debbie upon arrival. The location of Marulani and the area offered us the quiet that we were looking for for a weekend getaway. The bird life and the animal sounds when the bush wakes up was wonderful. Will definitely stay there again.

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Renier S - Jul 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Renier S
With partner

Natuur.

Baie lekker plekkie met lekker mense.

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Nature.

Very nice place with nice people.

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Elmie V - Jul 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Elmie V
With partner

Absoluut ons tipe wegbreek!

Atmosfeer uit die boeke uit. Eenheid het als wat jy nodig het. Na aan natuur.

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Absolutely our type of getaway!

Atmosphere out of the books. Unity has everything you need. Close to nature.

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Rinus G - Jun 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Rinus G
Family with young children

Wonderlik.

Dit was regtig pragtig!

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Wonderful.

It was really beautiful!

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Belinda D - May 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Belinda D
Large group

Home away from home with the best hosts Riaan and Debbie.

Had a fabulous weekend at Marulani Bush Lodge with family and will definitely be back soon. The cottage was so clean and has everything you need. Riaan and Debbie are simply wonderful hosts and thank you for sharing your bush stories and knowledge. See you again very soon.

Heinrich D - Apr 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Heinrich D
Family with young children

Rustig in die bos!

Ons het heerlik gekuier. Die huisie is goed ingerig en kyk uit op die bos. Ons kon nagdiere goed te hoor. Eienaars is baie vriendelik en behulpsaam. Ons sal beslis weer gaan!

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Quiet in the woods!

We had a great time. The cottage is well furnished and overlooks the forest. We could hear nocturnal animals well. Owners are very friendly and helpful. We will definitely go again!

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Michelle D - Apr 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Michelle D
With partner

Vreedsaam en rustig, 'n regte wegbreek uit die stadsrumoer.

Marulani is 'n netjiese en gasvrye lodge waar ons lekker kon ontspan. Dit is ideaal om weg te breek van die besige lewe en bied genoeg privaatheid. Die eenhede is goed toegerus, die dekor oorspronklik en die mense vriendelik. Ons sal beslis weer daar gaan uitspan.

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Tranquil and relaxing, a real getaway from the city.

Very neat and hospitable lodge where we relaxed. It's ideal for a getaway from the busy city life and offers enough privacy. The units are well equipped, the decor is original and the people are friendly. Will definitely go back.

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Ilana Z - Apr 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Ilana Z
With partner

Ons het in kierieklapper gebly en dit was gerieflik en super skoon, mens het niks meer nodig nie.

Ons het Marulani vreeslik geniet. Die bosbraai en buitestort was ons hoogtepunte. Dis baie goeie waarde vir geld en ons sal dit aanbeveel vir enige een.

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We stayed in Kierieklapper and it was comfortable and clean, nothing more needed.

We really enjoyed Marulani. The braai in the bush was the highlight. Very good value for money and we would recommend it to anyone.

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Christien T - Mar 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Christien T
With partner

We had an awesome weekend.

We had an awesome weekend at a beautiful lodge. Debbie and Riaan made us feel like old friends. We will go again when we get the opportunity.

Danie E - Feb 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Danie E
With partner

Netjies en aangenaam.

Die gasheer en -dame is baie vriendelik en aangenaam. Blyplek kan deur ring getrek word.

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Neat and pleasant.

The host and lady are very friendly and pleasant. Stay can be pulled by ring.

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Gail W - Jan 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Gail W
With friends

A little piece if heaven away from home.

If a little bush break and great hospitality is your idea of bliss you cannot go wrong with Marulani Bush Lodge. The accommodation and facilities is great and comfortable, bird life in abundance, bush braai awesome and hospitality of Debbie and Riaan amazing. A game drive with Riaan and Debbie is a must, their knowledge of the history of the park, animals and every bird species, the fauna and flora leaves one feeling you leaving their little paradise with a greater knowledge of the wild and the lot of laughs were good fun. We are already planning our next two weekends with them. Thank you Riaan and Debbie for a most enjoyable stay. Looking forward to our next stay (and more fresh made cup cakes Debbie).

Willem J - Dec 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Willem J
With partner

As jy lief is vir die bos. is Marulani die blyplek.

Die eienaars maak dit 'n belewing veral as jy op die wildrit gaan.

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If you love the forest. is Marulani the place to stay.

The owners make it an experience especially if you go on the game drive.

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Ursula P - Jun 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Ursula P
With partner

Marulani is a place that is filled with the love for nature and a passion to share it with others.

Traversing bush lodges and camp grounds, Marulani ticks all those special attention boxes. Even in the middle of winter, you are welcomed by beautiful indigenous bush gardens, greeted by zebra and ostrich and an abundance of bird life. A passion for nature is seen and felt everywhere and everything is done to encourage and maintain this balance and harmony. From well positioned fully equipped cottages that allow for privacy to the little solar lamps that light your path at night, Riaan and Debbie have created a wonderful escape for like minded people to share and enjoy. With scattered benches under huge acacia trees to the game drives that were just magical, Riaans knowledge of game, habits and habitat leaves you in awe of natures magnificence. For those who are looking to breathe, hear the call of the jackal, the roar of the lion and the snorting of game outside your cottage window, Marulani is a place where you will connect with nature and leave having made new friends, the real blessing and a perfect end to a wonderful weekend.

Laurie W - Jan 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Laurie W
With partner

Rustig en stil.

Ons het dit baie geniet, maar ons is twee afgetredenes. Dit sal te stil vir die jong klomp wees. Baie netjies.

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Calm and quiet.

We really enjoyed it, but we are two retirees. It will be too quiet for the young crowd. Very neat.

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Martie B - Oct 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Martie B
With partner

Al ooit 'n bos braai gehou waar die leeus naby jou lê en rustig is? Ons het so 'n onbeskryflike ervaring gehad!

Was 'n rustige naweek gewees en Debbie en Riaan het ons omtrent op hulle hande gedra. Die gasvryheid is 'n groot hoogtepunt en die blyplek met al sy fasiliteite is puik! Die buite shower is nog 'n hoogte punt. Game drive was fantastiese en het amazing tyd beleef in die veld met al die diere wat ons gesien het. Ons het die mooiste foto's geneem. Ons gaan definitief binnekort terug. Debbie en Riaan julle is besonderse mense!

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Ever had a bush braai where the lions lie close to you and are peaceful? We had such an indescribable experience!

Had been a peaceful weekend and Debbie and Riaan pretty much carried us on their hands. The hospitality is a big highlight and the place to stay with all its facilities is great! The outdoor shower is another highlight. Game drive was fantastic and had an amazing time in the field with all the animals we saw. We took the most beautiful pictures. We will definitely be going back soon. Debbie and Riaan you are special people!

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Marulani Bush Lodge 's response

Martie die bosbraai saam met julle was iets onvergeetlik. Amper het ons 'n trop leeus as bykomende gaste gehad. Ons kan nie wag vir julle volgende besoek in Januarie 2018 nie.

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Francois K - Sep 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Francois K
Family with young children

Ongelooflike naweek.

Riaan en Debbie het ons absoluut op die hande gedra. Die huis is goed ingerig en het alles gehad wat ons benodig het. Riaan het ons ook op 'n game drive geneem en die kinders was mal daaroor. Ek beveel Marulani beslis aan en sal weer kom kuier.

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Amazing weekend.

Riaan and Debbie absolutely carried us on their hands. The house was well appointed and had everything we needed. Riaan also took us on a game drive and the children loved it. I definitely recommend Marulani and will visit again.

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Marulani Bush Lodge 's response

Baie dankie Francois,

Dit was vir ons 'n voorreg om sulke oulike mense te kon ontvang.

Warm Bosveld Groete

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Martie R - Oct 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Martie R

Ongelooflik, huislik en vriendelik - vir seker die moeite werd om weer te gaan.

Lieflike, toegeruste eenheid wat huislik en vriendelik is. Eienaars ongelooflik gasvry. Het selfs vir ons koffie en broodjies na die uitkykpunt oor watergat vroegoggend gebring. Uitsonderlike diens. Vir seker die moeite werd om weer te gaan. Wildritte in goeie oorleg met ander wildgidse om geneem te word na waar die dinge gebeur.

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Amazing, homely and friendly - definitely worth going again.

Lovely, equipped unit that is homely and friendly. Owners incredibly hospitable. Even brought us coffee and sandwiches to the viewpoint over waterhole early in the morning. Exceptional service. Definitely worth going again. Game drives in good consultation with other game guides to be taken to where the things happen.

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Herman P - Oct 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Herman P
With partner

A fantastic place if you want to have silence with great service.

We personally appreciate the nice quiet ambience. The owners are very helpful and friendly and this place is highly recommended if you want to take a break from the rush of the city.

Marulani Bush Lodge 's response

Herman dit was vir ons 'n voorreg om julle as gaste te kon ontvang. Lekker om mense met soveel passie vir die natuur te ontmoet. Ek hoop ons sien julle binnekort weer!

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Kanitha M - Aug 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Kanitha M
Large group

Marulani Bush Lodge is definitely a place to visit if you love the bush and are looking to get away for the city's hustle and bustle.

Marulani Bush Lodge is a lovely lodge with an amazing host, Riaan. He is friendly and helpful and makes you feel right at home. His extensive knowledge of the bush and animals is amazing. The accommodation is clean and neat and has everything you need to make your stay comfortable, and if it's not there Riaan supplied it. One can see the love that has been put into the place in the way that it is decorated and attention to detail. I was worried that 8 people sharing a bathroom we would have cold showers but water stayed nice and hot. The gardens are pretty and well maintained and the evening twinkling lights makes you feel like you are in a fairy garden.

Marulani Bush Lodge 's response

Thank you Kanitha, it was a pleasure to have you guys as guests. Hope to see you soon again. Regards to the rest of the family.

Riaan and Debbie

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  • All ages welcome
  • Check-in: 14:00 to 17:00
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  • Address: 19 Rooibank 89JR, Dinokeng Wild Reservaat, Pienaarsrivier, 0407, Gauteng
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