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Kruger National Park

The European Bee-eater – A Jewel Over the Bushveld

Posted by Denis on Tue September 9, 2025 in History, Big Five, Nightlife, Kruger National Park, Nature Conservation, Birdwatching, and Needles Lodge.

Discover the vibrant European Bee-eater in Kruger National Park. Learn about its migration, hunting behavior, and where to spot it during your stay at Needles Lodge in Marloth Park.

Kruger: A Kingdom of Wilderness – How It All Began

Posted by Denis on Tue August 19, 2025 in History and Kruger National Park.

Founding Fathers of Kruger National Park

Discover the story behind Kruger National Park — from its creation in 1898 to its status as a global conservation icon. Learn how safari culture began and where to stay nearby.

The Quiet Custodians – How Rodents Keep the Kruger Bush Balanced (and Fed)

Posted by Denis on Tue August 19, 2025 in Kruger National Park, Nature Conservation, Fauna and Flora of Kruger National Park, Needles Lodge, and African Wildlife.

Discover how rodents in Kruger National Park play a vital role in maintaining ecosystem balance. Learn about their habits, importance, and how to spot them near Needles Lodge in Marloth Park.

The Graceful Impala: Kruger's Ballet Dancer of the Bush

Posted by Denis on Mon July 28, 2025 in Gamedrive, Safari, Kruger National Park, Marloth Park, Needles Lodge, and African Wildlife.

Explore the grace and importance of the Impala in Kruger National Park. Learn fascinating facts and discover how you can observe them up close at Needles Lodge, Marloth Park.

The Ideal 8-Day Safari Itinerary from Needles Lodge

Posted by Denis on Wed July 23, 2025 in Gamedrive, Kruger National Park, Marloth Park, Wildlife Photography, and Needles Lodge.

Discover the perfect Kruger safari plan with this 8-day itinerary. Explore game drives, Blyde River Canyon, bush walks, and local tours from Needles Lodge in Marloth Park.

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