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.
Butterflies of the Lowveld

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

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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.


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Jackalberry: Shade Tree of the Riverine

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

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

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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.
European Bee-eater (Merops apiaster)

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.

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Can You Do a Safari with Elderly Parents? Absolutely – Here's How to Make It Magical

Posted by Denis on Tue August 19, 2025 in Safari, Marloth Park, and Needles Lodge.
Three night safari package Kruger Park

Yes, you can enjoy a safari with elderly parents! Discover how to make your Kruger Park trip safe, comfortable, and magical from Needles Lodge in Marloth Park.

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