Ant's Hill is a six-bedroom lodge perched on the edge of a cliff with amazing views over the malaria-free Waterberg Reserve. The lodge has a very East African feel and prides itself on its flexible approach to activities and mealtimes.
Malarial free safari
Expansive views over the Waterberg
Swimming pool built into the edge of the cliff
The lodge overlooks a waterhole offering excellent game viewing
Ant's Hill looks out over the wide plain of the Waterberg, stretching to the mountains on the horizon. The beautifully-designed lodge takes full advantage of its spectacular position on a river gorge and can be taken on a per room or an exclusive basis.
The rooms consist of two privately appointed honeymoon cottages, one family cottage with a master bedroom and two twin rooms, another family unit with two en-suite bedrooms and private pool and, lastly, a twin room situated above the main lodge with a private veranda overlooking the spectacular gorge. Rooms feature exotic furniture, brightly coloured African fabrics, draped four poster beds and spectacular bathrooms, offering guests sunken baths and waterfall showers.
The lodge has a home-from-home feel and a flexible approach to activities and meals, meaning guests can tailor their stay to suit themselves. In addition, it is possible to travel to the lodge by road from Johannesburg, meaning no additional flights are necessary when you arrive in South Africa.
A myriad of activities are on offer at the lodge from walks, games drives, badminton, volleyball, mountain biking and excellent horses suitable for all ages and abilities.
Ant's Hill is a superb option for couples, honeymooners and families alike as the rooms are all very private and activities can be tailor made to suit everyone! Ant's is perfect for those looking to be a little more active and enjoy the activities on offer.
The sister property Ant's Nest is a short drive away. Both properties are owned and managed by the charming Baber family.
When to visit
Go for a morning's ride on the resident horses, the game seems much better on horseback
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Enquire NowAnt's Hill is situated in a private game reserve, on an escarpment looking out over the Waterberg Plateau in the Limpopo Province. 3.5 hours East of Madikwe and 5 hours West of the Kruger National Park.
Game Drives & Bush Walks
The Madikwe Game Reserve is an incredible 'Big 5' wilderness area. Lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, white and black rhino, and the critically endangered Africa wild dog are just some of the amazing sightings you can enjoy in this 75 000 hectare reserve.
South African Birding
The Waterberg is home to an incredible diversity of bird species. Besides residents, migratory species move through during the rains and the escarpment cliffs are home to the world's largest breeding colony of the critically endangered Cape Vulture.
Families on Safari At Madikwe Safari Lodge
Madikwe Safari Lodge wants to create an environment for children & parents where they can tailor their stay based on exactly what everyone feels like doing or what opportunity may presents itself at the time.
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Activities at Ant's
Ant’s has got to be one of the most child friendly safari lodges found in Africa, the friendly staff will give your children and family a life-changing experience from grandparents right down to babies.
Activities at Marataba Mountain Lodge
The stunning malaria free Marataba reserve is home to just two lodges Marataba Safari Lodge and Marataba Mountain Lodge. This vast wilderness allows guests to enjoy a vast variety of exciting and interesting activities in the African Bush.
Activities at Madikwe Safari Lodge
It doesn’t take much to be enamoured by the landscape of the malaria free Madikwe reserve. Search for the Big 5 on daily game drives or indulge in a selection of therapeutic body treatments, Madikwe Safari Lodge is able to cater to a variety of different activities to help you get the very best out of your stay in this stunning reserve.
