{"id":12090,"date":"2026-05-20T09:43:16","date_gmt":"2026-05-20T07:43:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.south-african-lodges.com\/blog\/?p=12090"},"modified":"2026-05-20T09:43:17","modified_gmt":"2026-05-20T07:43:17","slug":"kwa-maritane-bush-lodge-pilanesberg-national-park","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.south-african-lodges.com\/blog\/2026\/05\/kwa-maritane-bush-lodge-pilanesberg-national-park.html","title":{"rendered":"Trade Screen Time for Safari Time"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge, Pilanesberg National Park (South Africa)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Gather the family and head into the bush for a winter safari adventure created for unforgettable shared experiences. From sunrise game drives to hands-on Junior Ranger activities, every day offers new excitement and memorable moments in the heart of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.south-african-lodges.com\/region\/pilanesberg\/lodges\/\">Pilanesberg National Park<\/a><\/strong> at the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.south-african-lodges.com\/lodges\/kwa-maritane-bush-lodge\/\">Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge.<\/a><\/strong><br><br>Available for stays from May to August 2026, this family-friendly package includes dinner, bed and breakfast, daily guided safari drives, and complimentary access to the Junior Ranger Programme for children under 12\u2014making it the perfect school holiday or winter getaway.<br><br>Young adventurers will have endless opportunities to explore and learn, from reptile encounters and bush golf to the playground, trampoline, and unique underground wildlife hide. Meanwhile, parents can relax, reconnect, and enjoy quality time surrounded by the beauty of the African wilderness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.south-african-lodges.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Kwa-Maritane-Bush-Lodge-Pilanesberg-National-Park.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"466\" src=\"https:\/\/www.south-african-lodges.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Kwa-Maritane-Bush-Lodge-Pilanesberg-National-Park.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12093\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.south-african-lodges.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Kwa-Maritane-Bush-Lodge-Pilanesberg-National-Park.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.south-african-lodges.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Kwa-Maritane-Bush-Lodge-Pilanesberg-National-Park-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><br><br><strong>Experience Highlights:<\/strong><br>\u2022 Big Five safari encounters<br>\u2022 Guided game drives in Pilanesberg National Park<br>\u2022 Family-friendly activities and entertainment<br>\u2022 Bushveld dining experiences<br>\u2022 Wellness spa facilities<br>\u2022 Junior Ranger Programme for ages 6\u201312<br><br>Create lasting family memories with a safari escape where every day brings a new adventure. Whether your children are learning bush skills through the Junior Ranger Programme or spotting wildlife on their first game drive, this is a holiday designed to inspire young explorers and delight the whole family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.south-african-lodges.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Kwa-Maritane-Bush-Lodge-Pilanesberg-National-Park-South-Africa.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"451\" src=\"https:\/\/www.south-african-lodges.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Kwa-Maritane-Bush-Lodge-Pilanesberg-National-Park-South-Africa.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12094\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.south-african-lodges.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Kwa-Maritane-Bush-Lodge-Pilanesberg-National-Park-South-Africa.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.south-african-lodges.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Kwa-Maritane-Bush-Lodge-Pilanesberg-National-Park-South-Africa-300x193.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><br><br><strong>Your package includes:<\/strong><br>\u2022 Full breakfast and dinner daily at Kwa Lefikeng Restaurant<br>\u2022 One guided safari drive per day<br>\u2022 Children under 12 stay free when sharing with an adult (game drives charged at just R60 per child)<br>\u2022 Complimentary Junior Ranger Programme participation<br><br>Rates from: R6,200 per night<br>Valid until: 31 August 2026<br>Minimum stay: 2 nights<br><br>A winter safari escape where family time meets the magic of the African bush.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.south-african-lodges.com\/lodges\/kwa-maritane-bush-lodge\/\">https:\/\/www.south-african-lodges.com\/lodges\/kwa-maritane-bush-lodge\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Contact us to book your family safari holiday in the Pilanesberg National Park:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whatsapp : +27 (0)827 823 142<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Email:&nbsp; res@south-african-hotels.com<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-preformatted\">Thank you for choosing us as your accommodation provider.\nSouth African Tourism Company\n\nDirect: +27 (0)41 368 1239\nTel:    +27 (0)21 794 9050\nMobile: +27 (0)827 823 142\nEmail:  res@south-african-hotels.com\nEmail:  res@south-african-lodges.com\n\nWebsite: http:\/\/www.south-african-hotels.com\nWebsite: http:\/\/www.south-african-lodges.com\nFacebook: https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/SouthAfricanHotels<\/pre>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<a href=\"https:\/\/www.south-african-lodges.com\/blog\/2026\/05\/kwa-maritane-bush-lodge-pilanesberg-national-park.html\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.south-african-lodges.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Kwa-Maritane-Bush-Lodge-Pilanesberg.jpg\" class=\"aligncenter tfe wp-post-image\" alt=\"Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge Pilanesberg\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.south-african-lodges.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Kwa-Maritane-Bush-Lodge-Pilanesberg.jpg 825w, https:\/\/www.south-african-lodges.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Kwa-Maritane-Bush-Lodge-Pilanesberg-300x130.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.south-african-lodges.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Kwa-Maritane-Bush-Lodge-Pilanesberg-768x332.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 790px) 100vw, 790px\" \/><\/a><p>Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge, Pilanesberg National Park (South Africa) Gather the family and head into the bush for a winter safari adventure created for unforgettable shared experiences. 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