Location: South Africa » Mpumalanga » Kruger National Park » Kruger National ParkKruger National Park Maroela Caravan & Camping Kruger National Park Maroela Caravan & Camping DescriptionMaroela Camp has 24 campsites which are subject to the certain restraints. A single campsite can only accommodate a maximum 6 persons per caravan plus a side-tent and vehicle, one tent and vehicle, or one motorized caravan with a side tent. In the case of camping with a small tent, more than one tent will be permitted on a site, provided that the maximum number of 6 persons is not exceeded for accommodation in Kruger National Park. Vacation visitors may use generators only one hour after sunrise and run them until one hour before sunset. Maroela, is the Afrikaans spelling of Marula, and is the common name of the Scierocarya Birrea Tree. This tree is a much-favoured indigenous tree, for both medicinal and ritual purposes. Its fruits are widely eaten, by people and animals alike, and is said to have strong aphrodisiac properties. This lodging in Kruger National Park has several caravan camping sites each of which offers a different variety of attractions and activities. The facilities while excellent, are generally of a similar type.
Maroela Camp has 24 campsites which are subject to the certain restraints. A single campsite can only accommodate a maximum 6 persons per caravan plus a side-tent and vehicle, one tent and vehicle, or one motorized caravan with a side tent. In the case of camping with a small tent, more than one tent will be permitted on a site, provided that the maximum number of 6 persons is not exceeded for accommodation in Kruger National Park. Vacation visitors may use generators only one hour after sunrise and run them until one hour before sunset.
Communal kitchen and ablution facilities are available at all the camps, but cooking utensils, crockery and cutlery are not provided at the accommodation in Kruger National Park. Although ground sheets are permitted, specific arrangements must be made at the reception office with camps which have lawns. There are no restaurant / shop facilities in Maroela Camp.
Maroela Camp is situated about 4km (2.4 miles) from Orpen and Eastgate airport is situated a further 68km (42 miles) from Orpen gate. It is served by SA express with daily flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town.
Night drives enable you to take part in the nocturnal activities of Kruger's secretive creatures, in the company of experienced guides and trackers. Guided bush walks, in the company of trained field guides with backup rifles will take groups of up to 8 people out into the bush for a few hours. The most picturesque of all the routes falls along the Timbavati River.
The riverbed is an excellent place to find Leopard. Game can also be viewed at the Rabelais Dam. Maroela Camp is suitable for all year round visits. The summer months (September to April) are hot, (summer temperatures can climb above 40 C / 104 F). Sporadic summer thunder showers will cool the air and settle the dust, and will be disipate as fast as they appeared, promising not to spoil your Kruger National Park vacation. Winters, (May to August) are warm and mild, (17-22 C / 60-70 F), although visitors going on night-drives will need to pack warm clothing. Accommodation Maroela Camp is a caravan and camping site, with cooking facilities and a well maintained communal bathroom. | | | |
20 Camp sites with power point4 Camp sites without power pointThere are washing, cooking and barbecue facilitiesThere is a communal bathroom and ablution blockAll accommodation units are serviced daily
Maroela Camp in Kruger National Park has 24 camp sites. There are no restaurant / shop facilities in Maroela Camp. A single campsite can only offer Kruger National Park lodging to a maximum of 6 persons per caravan plus a side-tent and vehicle.
Alternatively, a single camp could provide Kruger National Park accommodation of one tent and vehicle, another accommodating one motorized caravan with a side tent. In the case of camping with a small tent, more than one tent will be permitted on a site, provided that the maximum number of 6 persons is not exceeded.
Holiday visitors may use generators from one hour after sunrise to one hour before sunset only. Communal kitchen and ablution facilities are available at all the camps, but cooking utensils, crockery and cutlery are not provided to campers using this Kruger National Park accommodation. Although Ground sheets are permitted, specific arrangements must be made at reception office with campsites which have lawns.
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Location Tucked away into dense bushveld, Maroela Camp overlooks the Timbavati riverbed in Kruger National Park, South Africa. Maroela Camp is situated about 4km (2.49 miles) from Orpen and is 500 metres (0.31 miles) west of Tamboti. Visitors to Maroela Camp are required to report to the reception area at Orpen before proceeding to the camp. Eastgate Airport is situated about 68km (42.26 miles) from Orpen gate and is served by SA express with daily flights in and out from Johannesburg. Flora found in the Kruger National Park, South Africa include: Round Leafed teak, Buffalothorn, Sycamore Fig, Magic Guarri, Marula, Green Thorn, Mixed Bushwillow, Mixed Acacias, Leadwood, Marula and Jackalberry. 
Attractions - Guided bushwalks are available
- Spot Kudu, Zebra or Elephant
- Enjoy a night game drive
- Track Rhino, Elephant and Lion
- Observe the African bush
Night drives enable you to take part in the nocturnal activities of Kruger's secretive creatures, in the company of experienced guides and trackers. Exciting bush walks conducted by trained field guides with backup rifles, take groups of up to 8 people out on their Kruger National Park safari, into the bush for a few hours. Track Rhino, Elephant and Lion on foot and observe the fascinating African bush.
Some of the wildlife found in this region on a Kruger National Park safari: Lion, Jackal, Hyena, Kudu, Giraffe, Cheetah, Buffalo, Impala, Bushbuck, Zebra, Wildebeest, Sable, Leopard, Baboon, Hippopotamus, Crocodiles, Warthog and Rhino.
These activities can only be booked in conjunction with confirmed accommodation bookings.  
Accolades | :Tourism Council of SA Star Grading |
FacilitiesCommunal kitchen and ablution facilities are available at all the camps, but cooking utensils, crockery and cutlery are not provided at the accommodation in Kruger National Park. Although ground sheets are permitted, specific arrangements must be made at the reception office with camps which have lawns. There are no restaurant / shop facilities in Maroela Camp.
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Tel: 086 127 6237
Int. Tel: +27 51 924 0585 |
DirectionsMaroela Camp is situated about 4km (2.4 miles) from Orpen and Eastgate airport is situated a further 68km (42 miles) from Orpen gate. It is served by SA express with daily flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town. |
