Marrick Safari
10km From Kimberley on R357 to Douglas, Kimberley 8305 South Africa
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In 3000 hectares of unspoilt savannah thornveld close to Kimberley. All facilities are all fully equipped for self-catering purposes. Meals can be catered for on request. The area is well known amongst bird lovers and a wide variety of bird life, including birds endemic to the area, can be spotted here. 4x4 game drives are hugely rewarding with large herds of indigenous antelope in their natural habitat and enjoy a delicious buffet style breakfast in the bush.
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10km From Kimberley on R357 to Douglas, Kimberley 8305 South Africa
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If you want reasonably priced homely accommodation with a personal touch and lots of privacy this is a good place to visit. The accommodation is more like a homestead than a lodge and the family and staff were really extremely accommodating. Simply put, they care. If you looking for brand new everything and flashy then this property might not be for you but if you want an idea of life in the country and you want down to earth unpretentious staff then you will love it. My reason for visiting was to see, photograph and take video clips of a few nocturnal and shy species, namely the Elephant Shrew, Black-footed cat, Aardwolf and Aardvark (Antbear). All were seen and a few were photographed/filmed. My 6 nights was over too quickly and if I was not so obsessed with photography I would have loved to read a book in one of the rocking chairs of the veranda. Food was good with generous portions. I will return.
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Date of stay: March 2022
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Room Tip:Â Stay a bit longer and ensure that you take in the country life.
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Response from Trevor Datnow, General Manager at Marrick Safari
Responded 23 Apr 2022
Thank you so much for your kind words. Much appreciated. It was great having you, hope to see you again soon!
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We booked Marrick Safari for one night on our way back from Cape Town and wish that we could have stayed longer. We were received warmly by Trevor and his family (with old style South African hospitality). We did a night drive and without doubt it was the best night drive that we have ever done. We saw aardvark, hedge hog, striped pole cat, porcupine, African wildcat and so many other special night creatures. John and Ben were excellent guides and really knowledgeable. We arranged dinner and breakfast and the food was delicious, home style, South African fare. We stayed in Guinea fowl cottage which has three bedrooms with a shared kitchen. We were the only guests. It is basic with comfortable beds and a hot shower. We so enjoyed our stay that we have already booked a return visit in March!
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Date of stay: November 2021Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Wow! The view, the service the everything! Dankie/ Thank you. We were without accommodation at 17h00 in the afternoon (due to a problem at another location) and they jumped in and accommodated my husband and I - with our 2 dogs. As you might know a pet friendly place is also most of the time a problem. Thanks for assisting last minute and for our peace and quiet on a Thursday evening.
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Date of stay: June 2021Trip type: Travelled with family
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The main reason to visit is the wonderful animals on their night drives. We went out two nights and saw Aardwolf (!), Aardvark, Porcupine, and Springhare.The tall grass prevented us from seeing African Wild Cat, or Black-footed Cat (seen those in previous winters with shorter grass). Their vehicles are uncomfortable (you have to keep you feet on a support rod to prevent yourself from falling into the truck bed), but the driver and guide are very familiar with the location of the animals and tailored our drive for the animals we wanted to see. The lodging was roomy and clean, but dated. Unfortunately, there nothing worked during load-shedding, so it is good we had (and could find) our own flashlights.
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Date of stay: July 2023
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It was our second stay at Marrick (first was in april 2021).
This time we spent 2 nights in a cottage : huge accommodation, with all amenities, comfortable beds and open area. Quiet and clean.
The other positive aspect is that you can walk around and enjoy the bush, looking for rare antilops like roan..
BUT paying R3400 for 2 for a 2 hours night drive is more than pricy especially during the rainy season where sightings are very scarce. We saw amost nothing due to tall grasses.
To be compared a 2.5h sunset drive at Nossob in the Kgalagadi park costs R75 pp.
This is a point to think about.
So we'v' been less enthusistic than after our first visist.
This time we spent 2 nights in a cottage : huge accommodation, with all amenities, comfortable beds and open area. Quiet and clean.
The other positive aspect is that you can walk around and enjoy the bush, looking for rare antilops like roan..
BUT paying R3400 for 2 for a 2 hours night drive is more than pricy especially during the rainy season where sightings are very scarce. We saw amost nothing due to tall grasses.
To be compared a 2.5h sunset drive at Nossob in the Kgalagadi park costs R75 pp.
This is a point to think about.
So we'v' been less enthusistic than after our first visist.
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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I have recently spent four nights at Marrick Safari and this was possibly the top highlight of a long trip through South Africa.
Every night I joined the night game drives that Marrick Safari is so famous for and had incredible sightings of Aardvark, Aardwolf, Bat-eared Fox, Cape Porcupine, Small-spotted Genet, Wild Cat, Black-footed Cat and many more mammals. The guides there are outstanding and very experienced. They truly go out of their way to help you spot as many animals as possible. These are some of the best night drives in the world.
Marrick is also an outstanding place for birding and bird photography. It has numerous stations with water tanks where you can just wait for unbelievably colorful waxbills, whydahs and starlings to show up.
The accommodation was very comfortable and spacious. It's a very peaceful place where you can just relax and enjoy the nature.
Last but not least, one thing that really set Marrick apart was its incredible hosts. Trevor and Hubre run this family business and they make you feel at home from day one. It was very nice and interesting to talk to them every day over dinner. They really try to make sure you have as nice an experience as possible.
I hope to return to Marrick one day!
Every night I joined the night game drives that Marrick Safari is so famous for and had incredible sightings of Aardvark, Aardwolf, Bat-eared Fox, Cape Porcupine, Small-spotted Genet, Wild Cat, Black-footed Cat and many more mammals. The guides there are outstanding and very experienced. They truly go out of their way to help you spot as many animals as possible. These are some of the best night drives in the world.
Marrick is also an outstanding place for birding and bird photography. It has numerous stations with water tanks where you can just wait for unbelievably colorful waxbills, whydahs and starlings to show up.
The accommodation was very comfortable and spacious. It's a very peaceful place where you can just relax and enjoy the nature.
Last but not least, one thing that really set Marrick apart was its incredible hosts. Trevor and Hubre run this family business and they make you feel at home from day one. It was very nice and interesting to talk to them every day over dinner. They really try to make sure you have as nice an experience as possible.
I hope to return to Marrick one day!
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
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Excellent and comfortable stay. Please just note that the specific amenities are shared with two other rooms. We enjoyed seeing the wildlife while using the braai facilities. We especially enjoyed being so close to Kimberley but still outside of the city.
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Date of stay: August 2021Trip type: Travelled on business
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We chose Marrick Safari for our recent family trip and were not disappointed.
There are other Game Fatms that might be geared more towards luxury. But Marrick has plenty of comfort, delicious catered meals on request, spotless and comfortable facilities and of course, the star attraction has to be the setting.
We were so fortunate on our two guided game drives to see a wide variety of animals. The guides were very knowledgeable and the vehicles brilliant.
In all, I would recommend Marrick to all kinds of groups and can’t thank Trevor and his kind team enough for looking after us so brilliantly.
There are other Game Fatms that might be geared more towards luxury. But Marrick has plenty of comfort, delicious catered meals on request, spotless and comfortable facilities and of course, the star attraction has to be the setting.
We were so fortunate on our two guided game drives to see a wide variety of animals. The guides were very knowledgeable and the vehicles brilliant.
In all, I would recommend Marrick to all kinds of groups and can’t thank Trevor and his kind team enough for looking after us so brilliantly.
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Date of stay: January 2020Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from TrevorDatnow, Owner at Marrick Safari
Responded 15 Jan 2020
Thank you for your positive feedback.
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Cosy farm stay with great hospitality. Awesome opportunities on night drives to capture some elusive species including Aardwolf, Aardvark and wildcats. Guide really knew the area well and extremely helpful and knowledgable about the wildlife
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Date of stay: September 2020
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Staying in the Owlbox for two nights was absolutely one of the highlights of our roadtrip through SA. We could see wildlife from our bed and walk in whichever direction we wanted. We saw a plethora of species, during the day but also during the very professional night drive (aardvark, bat eared fox, aardwolf, black-footed cat, African wildcat, springhares ...). We felt completely at ease and close to nature. Very kind and helpful owners. Would highly recommend staying here!
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Date of stay: December 2022
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Room Tip:Â The Owlbox is great if you want to have the feeling to be alone in nature
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We do have Wi-fi. Recently installed more hot-spots to make it more accessible at various places.
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What are some of the property amenities at Marrick Safari?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include a pool, free parking, and airport transportation.
What food & drink options are available at Marrick Safari?
Guests can enjoy breakfast during their stay.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Marrick Safari?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Does Marrick Safari have airport transportation?
Yes, Marrick Safari offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
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Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Is Marrick Safari accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.