Needles Lodge

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Needles Lodge is a warm and welcoming owner run lodge in the heart of Marloth Park, a private residential nature reserve bordering the Kruger National Park between the Malelane and Crocodile Bridge entrances to the Park. Whether you are just passing by, visiting The Kruger Park, discovering the diverse attractions in the province of Mpumalanga, or simply looking for a quiet, peaceful retreat for a

few days, Needles Lodge is the perfect place to relax and unwind. With nothing but the sights and sounds of the African bush, numerous guest appearances from resident kudu, zebra, giraffe, warthog, wildebeest and impala wandering around the lodge and keeping you company, you can lay back and enjoy surrounding bush or go on one of the many day trips available.

Someone: "2026 is already 6 months gone."Me:
26/06/2026

Someone: "2026 is already 6 months gone."

Me:

Every safari has its moments, but few compare to seeing a leopard step out of the shadows. Elusive, powerful and rarely ...
24/06/2026

Every safari has its moments, but few compare to seeing a leopard step out of the shadows. Elusive, powerful and rarely seen for long, they always leave you wanting just one more sighting.

White-faced Whistling Ducks are one of the few duck species sometimes several families even team up, with multiple adult...
22/06/2026

White-faced Whistling Ducks are one of the few duck species sometimes several families even team up, with multiple adults keeping watch over a mixed group of ducklings.

And honestly, that front duckling looks like it could be quiet the drama queen . 😄

Green-winged Pytilias have a remarkable memory for water. During the dry season, they often travel between feeding areas...
21/06/2026

Green-winged Pytilias have a remarkable memory for water. During the dry season, they often travel between feeding areas and tiny, reliable water sources, returning to the same spots day after day, even when those waterholes are little more than muddy puddles.

Kudu bulls sometimes lock horns during fights. In rare cases, the horns become so tightly intertwined that neither anima...
20/06/2026

Kudu bulls sometimes lock horns during fights. In rare cases, the horns become so tightly intertwined that neither animal can break free, and both may die from exhaustion or dehydration.

Did you know? 🦌Unlike many antelope, mature nyala bulls are often loners. They spend much of their lives alone, moving q...
19/06/2026

Did you know? 🦌

Unlike many antelope, mature nyala bulls are often loners. They spend much of their lives alone, moving quietly through thick bush and only seeking out females during the breeding season.

That face when you think it's Friday... then someone reminds you it's only Wednesday.
17/06/2026

That face when you think it's Friday... then someone reminds you it's only Wednesday.

🦌 Quiz Time!Steenbok are one of the smallest antelope in Africa, but they have a surprisingly large territory for their ...
16/06/2026

🦌 Quiz Time!

Steenbok are one of the smallest antelope in Africa, but they have a surprisingly large territory for their size.

Question:
How do steenbok pairs keep track of their territory boundaries?

A) By scraping the ground with their hooves
B) By leaving dung piles in specific places
C) By rubbing scent from glands near their eyes onto grass and twigs
D) By making high-pitched calls at dawn

🤔 What's your guess?

🇿🇦 Happy Youth Day South Africa 🇿🇦Today we celebrate the energy, courage and potential of South Africa's youth.As we hon...
16/06/2026

🇿🇦 Happy Youth Day South Africa 🇿🇦

Today we celebrate the energy, courage and potential of South Africa's youth.

As we honour the young people who helped shape our nation's future, we also look ahead to a new generation of conservationists, guides, hospitality professionals and community leaders.

Wishing everyone a meaningful and inspiring Youth Day.

That look when you've worked all day and someone says, “Quick question before you go…”
15/06/2026

That look when you've worked all day and someone says, “Quick question before you go…”

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341 Bushpig Avenue, Kruger National Park
Malelane
1330

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+27799537009

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