Mark’s Camp is a warm, family‑friendly safari lodge nestled in the malaria‑free Lalibela Game Reserve in South Africa’s Eastern Cape. With relaxed Pan‑African styling, stone and thatch chalets and views across bushveld and a bustling waterhole, the lodge blends comfort, wildlife, and connection in a casual but elegant safari setting.
Room
All chalets feature en‑suite bathrooms, air‑conditioning and ceiling fans, private viewing decks overlooking bush or the waterhole, and relaxed décor infused with Pan‑African fabrics and natural materials. Family units offer partitioned sleeping areas for parents and children, and the large family suite has two en‑suite rooms plus a lounge space. Comfort meets bush‑luxury with amenities like tea/coffee making facilities, safe, deck views, and cozy touches in cooler evenings.
dining
Dining at Mark’s Camp is convivial and flexible. There is a gracious indoor dining area for more formal meals, and an outdoor boma where fireside dinners and open‑air brunches take place under the stars. Meals include hearty, wholesome safari fare.
Recreation
Mark’s Camp offers two swimming pools, large lounges with fireplaces (for cooler nights), private decks overlooking the bush and waterhole, and communal areas for relaxing and wildlife‑viewing. The lodge also runs a children’s programme with activities, bush skills, arts & crafts, guided nature walks, day and night game drives, and special “kids’ game drives” so families can explore safely together.
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Location
Situated about 90 km from Port Elizabeth, off the N2 road toward Grahamstown, Mark’s Camp sits in a wide valley overlooking a large waterhole that draws wildlife close to the lodge.
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zoejones1111
Cancelled trip
I am leaving this review even though we didn’t make the trip to South Africa. Sadly my father in law fell ill and we had to cancel our trip very suddenly. Lalibela were amazing and cancelled the trip...
mcbtraveler
Best Safari Lodge Experience Ever
We chose Lalibela mostly for its sophisticated architectural design and its convenient location from Port Elizabeth. In those aspects it did not disappoint. However, where it really excelled were the...
Departure62334996932
Perfect setting for a family gathering
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