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Birds of Africa

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.

The Martial Eagle – Kruger’s Mighty Sky Hunter

Posted by Denis on Fri July 11, 2025 in Safari, Kruger National Park, Wildlife Photography, and Birdwatching.

Meet the Martial Eagle – Kruger’s largest and most powerful bird of prey. Discover its hunting skills, conservation story, and where to spot it near Needles Lodge in Marloth Park.

The Thunderous Voice of the Bush: Meet the Southern Ground Hornbill

Posted by Denis on Thu June 19, 2025 in Safari, Marloth Park, Nature Conservation, Birdwatching, and Needles Lodge.

Discover the biology, behaviour, and conservation of the Southern Ground Hornbill in Kruger National Park. Learn how guests at Needles Lodge can help protect this iconic bird.

The Spotted Eagle-Owl: Silent Sentinel of the South African Night

Posted by Denis on Mon May 26, 2025 in Nightlife, Marloth Park, Nature Conservation, Birdwatching, Fauna and Flora of Kruger National Park, and Needles Lodge.

Discover the elusive Spotted Eagle-Owl near Needles Lodge in Marloth Park. Learn where and how to spot this majestic nocturnal bird on your next Kruger safari.

Seasonal Shifts: How the Bushveld Transforms Throughout the Year

Posted by Denis on Mon May 19, 2025 in Gamedrive, Safari, Kruger National Park, Wildlife Photography, Fauna and Flora of Kruger National Park, and African Wildlife.

Leopard on Needles Lodge Kruger Park safari

Discover how each season transforms Marloth Park and Kruger’s bushveld. From dry winters to lush green summers, explore wildlife patterns and safari experiences at Needles Lodge.

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