Molalatau Lodge and Campsite

Molalatau means 'the resting place of the lion', but if there aren't any lounging on site, make your way to Marakele National Park (45 minutes’ drive) for game drives or walks in search of the big five, plus antelopes and an assortment of mischievous monkeys. Want to guarantee that big cat sighting? Head to Mama Tau White Lions Breeding Project (20 minutes away) to see the rare beasts. Folks who like to fish may like to try their luck casting around for bass in the waters by Mokolo Dam (40 minutes); a braai area awaits if you’ve been successful (or want to go straight to the steaks). For something a little more adventurous, ride the zipline over the bush canopy at Lekhalo Safaris (an hour’s drive). Should you fancy stretching your legs, there are heaps of hiking trails in the Waterberg Mountains and the surrounding bush; there’s also an 18-hole golf course 15 minutes away in Lephalale and horse riding for all levels (including kids and baffled novices) at Ant’s Hill (55 minutes away).