Rattray's is MalaMala's most exclusive camp, with freestanding suites and plunge pools above the Sand River. The rate includes meals, drinks, laundry, game drives, walks and airstrip transfers.
13,500 ha of MalaMala traversing
Guests 16 and older
Plunge pools
Drinks and laundry included
AccommodationFreestanding suites with plunge pools above the Sand River
OperatorMalaMala
Safari styleGuided game drives and walks
Children16 years and up
Traversing areaAbout 13,500 ha of traversingMalaMala Game Reserve · source · What's this?
Laundry includedPlunge pool
Strengths
- Drinks are included in the rate
- Guided bush walks are included
- Airport or airstrip transfers are included
- Large traversing area: 13,500 ha
- Private or plunge pools
- Unfenced with Kruger, so wildlife moves freely
Things to consider
- No children under 16
- Among the pricier Sabi Sand lodges for your dates
- Exact location not published by our sources
Drawn from the rates, policies and facts on this page for your dates and group, not from reviews.
Rooms
Freestanding suites with plunge pools above the Sand River. Room photos will appear once the lodge supplies them.
Rates & inclusions
| Period | Dates | Published rate | ≈ EUR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jul – 15 Dec 2026 | 1 Jul 2026 – 15 Dec 2026 | R42,800 | €2,317 |
| 6 Jan – 14 May 2027 | 6 Jan 2027 – 14 May 2027 | R46,170 | €2,500 |
| 15 May – 15 Oct 2027 | 15 May 2027 – 15 Oct 2027 | R49,650 | €2,688 |
| 16 Oct – 20 Dec 2027 | 16 Oct 2027 – 20 Dec 2027 | R46,170 | €2,500 |
| Festive 2027 | 21 Dec 2027 – 5 Jan 2028 | R49,650 | €2,688 |
All inclusive, per person sharing (Safari.com's normal rate; it lists lower offers). No rate is listed for 16 Dec 2026 – 5 Jan 2027. Conversions use €1 = R18.47 (OFX mid-market rate; GBP from the Bank of England spot rate, 19 Oct 2026). Highlighted row matches your check-in date.
All meals Included
Guided game drives Included
Guided walks Included
Conservation levyNot included
Airstrip / airport transfers Included
Drinks Included
Our source states no separate levy; photo mounts cost R250 a day.
Where to book
Book on Safari.com, or on the lodge's own website if Safari.com doesn't list it.
Published rate for your datesThe booking link shows whether rooms are free for your dates.
Your trip details
MalaMala Rattray's Camp (Sabi Sand, Greater Kruger) Check-in Mon, 16 Nov 2026 · check-out Thu, 19 Nov 2026 · 3 nights 2 adults Nationality: International Room: Suite with plunge pool
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Sabi Sand
The Sabi Sand is a group of private reserves governed by the Sabi Sand Wildtuin. It is named after the Sabie River on its southern boundary and the Sand River that flows through it, and it shares an unfenced border with Kruger National Park.
Big FiveLeopardLionElephantRhinoCheetahWild dogBirdlife
Wildlife listed for the reserve as a whole (source: Wikipedia: Sabi Sand Game Reserve). Sightings are never guaranteed.
Game viewing through the year
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Safari Shortlist's general guide for Greater Kruger. Your check-in month is highlighted. See the month guide
Getting there
National parkPrivate reserveAirportPark gate
Exact location not published by our sources. The map shows the reserve.
Nearest scheduled airportSkukuza (SZK)
Straight-line distanceNot published
TransfersTransfers to and from the MalaMala airstrip are included.
AccessOn the Sand River in the MalaMala Game Reserve.
CoordinatesNot published by our sources
ReserveSabi Sand
Policies
Check-in / check-outAsk the lodge
ChildrenGuests 16 and older (12 and older on exclusive use, charged as adults).
CancellationAsk the lodge or booking partner
WebsiteNot listed by our sources
Sources
Information checked in October 2026. Rates and policies change, so the lodge or booking partner always confirms the final details.
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