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The Daily Drama: Why Waterholes Are the Best Place to Be at Dawn and Dusk

Posted by Denis on Sun December 21, 2025 in African Wildlife, Needles Lodge, Activities, Fauna and Flora of Kruger National Park, Kruger National Park, Safari, and Gamedrive.

Zebras at a watering hole in Kruger National Park

Explore why African waterholes come alive at dawn and dusk. Learn about animal behaviour, best viewing times, and how to enjoy waterhole safaris around Marloth Park and Needles Lodge.

Top  10 Cape Buffalo Facts

Posted by Denis on Mon December 8, 2025 in African Wildlife, Fauna and Flora of Kruger National Park, Wildlife Photography, Nature Conservation, Kruger National Park, Safari, Gamedrive, and Big Five.

Discover the top 10 fascinating facts about the Cape buffalo—Africa’s powerful, social, and surprisingly strategic giant of the savanna. Read more now.

The Warthog: Adaptable Survivor of the Savanna

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

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.

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

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

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. 

Jackalberry: Shade Tree of the Riverine

Posted by Denis on Tue October 21, 2025 in Needles Lodge, Marloth Park, Kruger National Park, and Trees of Southern Africa.

Discover the Jackalberry tree (Diospyros mespiliformis) in Marloth Park and Kruger — its ecology, wildlife role, conservation, and why you’ll remember it on safari.

Absolutely wonderful two days

Dear Dennis, Philip and Lynn, Thank you so much for the absolutely wonderful two days we spent at your beautiful place. We felt so incredibly welcome from the moment we arrived, and it was truly a joy to stay with you. The atmosphere was warm, relaxed and just so lovely. We also have to compliment you on the food, it was simply amazing! Honestly, the best meals we had... Read More

- Jack and Pien Peeters., July 2026

The Netherlands
Review and Recommendation

Last month, we spent a number of days at Needles Safari Lodge, during our first visit to South Africa, and Kruger National Park. What a wonderful time we had whilst at the Lodge, and can thoroughly recommend it to anyone planning a visit! The Lodge caters for a maximum of 16 guests, and the accommodation, staff, and meals were outstanding. The owner, Denis Goffinet, and the staff, went out... Read More

- Jim & Liz Gordon, July 2026

Queensland, Australia.
Most amazing experience at Needles Lodge

Just got back from the most amazing experience at Needles Lodge, not even sure where to start...Arrived at Needles from a private airport transfer after a 26 hour trip to be greeted with a refreshing drink on arrival, shown to a fabulous room and freshened up then went for a nice walk to Crocodile River to get the first vews of wildlife. Back for a 3 course evening meal... Read More

- Sandra McLaughlin, February 2026

England
Amazing Lodge

We stayed recently in your lodge and it was amazing. We enjoyed the diner together at the great table and to hear the experiences and stories of the other guests. Needless lodge is a warm and hospital lodge! Rooms are good and comfortable. We hope to home back!

- Iren Timman, February 2026

The Netherlands