Construction on Kwa Maritane already commenced centuries ago. An ancient alkaline volcano fashioned the very hills that Kwa Maritane stands on today. Hence it's name, which literally means "Place of the Rock".
Capture the spirit of Africa at Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge, where Mother Nature and civilisation meet in perfect harmony. Located on the slopes of an ancient volcano, Kwa Maritane offers guests all the amenities of a prime resort on the doorstep of the malaria-free Pilanesberg National Park.
Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge is located in the heart of the Pilanesberg National Park, an easy drive of 175 km from Johannesburg, 2 km from the local airport and a mere 8 km from Sun City. Legacy Hotels and Resorts International has three of its luxury bush lodges - Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge, Tshukudu Bush Lodge and Bakubung Bush Lodge - situated in the heart of the malaria-free Pilanesberg National Park. Just two hours' drive from the hustle and bustle of Johannesburg, this is the perfect setting for a relaxing family weekend away or a corporate conference.
The Pilanesberg National Park is located in the North West Province of South Africa, west of Pretoria and is administered by the North West Parks Board. Unlike most other national parks in South Africa, the Pilanesberg is not managed by South African National Parks.
At 572 km2 it is the fourth largest national park in South Africa. The crater of a long extinct volcano is the setting of Pilanesberg National Park - a fascinating alkaline complex produced by volcanic eruptions some 1300 million years ago. Pilanesberg is one of the largest volcanic complexes of its kind in the world. Its rare rock types and structure make it a unique geological feature.
Ancient, even by geological time scales, this extinct volcano is the most perfect example of an alkaline ring complex. A number of rare (but not necessarily economically important) minerals occur in the park. Pilanesberg National Park rates high amongst the world's outstanding geological phenomena. Pilanesberg has survived ages of erosion and stands high above the surrounding bushveld plains.
The early presence of man can be seen in the numerous Stone and Iron Age sites that are scattered throughout the park. The area is fringed by three concentric ridges or rings of hills - the formation rises from the surrounding plains like a bubble.
The structure of the park is termed the "Pilanesberg National Park Alkaline Ring Complex". The very topography makes the area a feast for the eye. Here are syenite koppies, thickly forested ravines, typical bushveld and also rolling grasslands and lightly wooded areas.
Off the centre of the park is Thabayadiotso, "the Proud Mountain" and the beauty of Pilanesberg is reflected in a large central lake, the Mankwe Dam. The Park ranks among the largest of the national parks in South Africa (it is in fact the fourth largest park) and covers an area of 55 000 hectare.Over time, wind and water have carved a spectacular landscape with rocky outcrops, open grasslands, wooded valleys and thickets.
The Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge Restaurant
Join us for a full English breakfast until 10h00 for those taking it easy. Our buffet lunch and carvery dinner will leave you spoilt for choice as you sample on delicious, traditionally South African fare, such as Springbok Carpaccio, Chicken and Coriander Salad and Seafood Hors D'oeuvres.
Full English Breakfast: Daily from 07h00 to 10h00
All day terrrace menu: Daily from 10h00 to 22h00
Buffet/Carvery Dinner: Daily from 18h30 to 22h00
On Saturday and Wednesday evenings (weather permitting) dine al fresco on traditional South African fare in our Bush Boma.
Facilities & Amenities
90 hotel rooms
2kms from Pilanesberg Airport
Restaurant & bar
10 minutes from Sun City
DStv
Big Five' viewing
Underground Hide
Webcam
Guided bush walks & game drives
Two bomas
Rock climbing wall
Two Tennis Courts
Children's playground
Conference facilities for up to 264 delegates
Wireless internet connectivity
Unlimited free internet access
Two swimming pools
Medical service on call
Rooms
Indulge yourself with a stay in any one of our 90 luxury rooms.
Room service from 07h00 to 22h00.
At Kwa Maritane you can get the sense of being far away from it all and yet be minutes away from civilisation. Our shuttle service will transport you from the Sun City Airport or to Sun City for a small charge in no time.
Activities
Game Drive Activities
We offer the following activities (prices per person, on request):
- Standard Game Drive - twice daily morning and afternoon
- Game Drive - Sole Use (for groups of 12 or less)
Game drives take place at the following times throughout the year:
January, February and March: 05h30 and 16h30
April: 06h00 and 16h00
May: 08h00 and 15h30
June and July: 08h00 and 15h00
August: 08h00 and 15h30
September: 06h00 and 16h00
October, November and December: 05h30 and 16h30
For more activities please see Pilanesberg Adventures
How to get there See Map
Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge is located in the heart of the Pilanesberg National Park, an easy drive of 175 km from Johannesburg, 3 km from the local airport and a mere 8km from Sun City.
Directions from Sandton / Fourways:
Travel north along William Nicol Drive to the four-way intersection with Witkoppen Road.
Turn left into Witkoppen Road towards Lanseria/Roodepoort
Turn right at the intersection with Hans Strijdom (Malibongwe) extension on the road towards Broederstroom and Lanseria.
Cross over the Muldersdrift/Diepsloot Road and continue with the R512 towards Broederstroom and Lanseria.
Cross the bridge over the R28 Krugersdorp/Pretoria highway, pass the Lanseria turnoff and continue straight ahead
At the T-junction turn left on the R512 to Magaliesberg
Continue on this road until you see the Sun City signboard on your left.
Turn right on the R512 to Brits and cross the bridge over Hartebeespoort Dam
At the T-junction turn right on the R512 to Brits. Follow directional signs
Continue to the four-way stop and turn left on the R512/27 for Brits/ Rustenburg
Pass the first Brits turnoff. At the signpost R27 Rustenburg/Brits turn right
On the bridge turn left towards Rustenburg
Continue until you get to the slipway to the left. Take the slipway and continue on the new N4 highway (Platinum Highway)
Continue on the N4 highway till you see the off ramp marked Pilanesberg to the left on route 91. Exit highway here and turn right at the T-Junction, continuing along this road towards Sun City (M556)
When you have less than 5km's to go take the right turn towards Kwa Maritane / Mogwase / Pilanesberg Airport. Travel approx 2km's along this road to the Kwa Maritane Gate on your left.
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