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Kruger National Park

The Warthog: Adaptable Survivor of the Savanna

Posted by Denis on Tue December 2, 2025 in Gamedrive, Safari, Kruger National Park, Marloth Park, Fauna and Flora of Kruger National Park, Needles Lodge, and African Wildlife.

Discover the quirky charm and ecological role of warthogs in Kruger National Park and Marloth Park. Learn about their habits, social lives, and where to spot them near Needles Lodge.

Footprints of the Ancients: San Rock Art & Lowveld Archaeology

Posted by Denis on Mon November 24, 2025 in History, Kruger National Park, Nature Conservation, and Needles Lodge.

Explore San rock art and archaeology in South Africa’s Lowveld. Discover hidden sites near Kruger National Park and Marloth Park while staying at Needles Lodge.

Secretarybird: The Stalking Raptor on Stilts

Posted by Denis on Tue November 18, 2025 in Safari, Kruger National Park, Birdwatching, Fauna and Flora of Kruger National Park, Needles Lodge, and African Wildlife.

Discover the unique hunting style, behaviour, and habitat of the Secretarybird in Kruger and Marloth Park. Learn where to see these tall, terrestrial raptors near Needles Lodge.

Butterflies of the Lowveld: Jewels of the Bushveld

Posted by Denis on Tue October 28, 2025 in Kruger National Park, Nature Conservation, Insects, Fauna and Flora of Kruger National Park, Needles Lodge, and African Wildlife.

Discover the butterflies of the Lowveld — colourful, resilient, and vital to the bushveld ecosystem around Needles Lodge and Marloth Park.

How Many Days Do You Really Need on Safari in Kruger National Park?

Posted by Denis on Thu October 23, 2025 in Big Five, Safari, Kruger National Park, Marloth Park, Birdwatching, Needles Lodge, and African Wildlife.

Planning a Kruger safari? Discover ideal 2‑, 3‑ and 5‑night itineraries based from Marloth Park / Needles Lodge. Maximize wildlife, rivers, and the bush’s rhythms. 

Guest Reviews

A wonderful experience

Although we were here for one night, it was a wonderful experience. The rooms were luxurious, well-maintained and welcoming, with special attention to detail. Food was excellent and hearty. Denis and Philip really bring the whole place together. Memorable stay!

- Shalaka Deshpande, June 2025

India
What a fantastic place!

What a fantastic place to spend some time in South Africa. The location is beautiful, the rooms are splended and very tasteful. The service is excellent, nothing is lacking at Needles Lodge. Cosy living room setting in the evening while enjoying delicious meals. We would love to come back again. Thank you so much for your hospitality.

- Familie Levering en Kerkhof, May 2025

The Netherlands
Needles is our home away from home

We have been coming to Kruger regularly for years and in 2020 Needles was recommended to us by a friend. In October 2020, the only month this year in which one could travel from Germany to South Africa, we had our first stay there and it has now become our favorite place outside of Kruger. Our whole family loves the familiar and cozy atmosphere. The entire team is very... Read More

- Ines & Mike Marcinowski, November 2024

Germany
Wat een fantasche plek!

Wat een fantasche plek! Ons verblijf in Needles lodge was 1 groot warm bad. Het hele team zorgt ervoor dat het je aan niets ontbreekt! Heerlijk eten iedere avond. Als klap op de vuurpijl ook nog empala's, giraffen, wildebeest, pumba's, apen en zebra's bij het terras gezien. Wij komen hier zeker terug. Dank jullie wel allemaal!

- Frank en Karen Geelen, October 2024

The Netherlands