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Lodge · Eastern Cape
Mark's Camp
Mark’s Camp, a vibrant, family-friendly lodge designed in Pan-African style. Spaces that invite comfort and relaxation, the lodge accommodates up to 18 adults and 8 children.
From R 7 000 per person sharing, per night
Special offer available on selected dates.
Lodge · Eastern Cape
Mark's Camp
Mark’s Camp, a vibrant, family-friendly lodge designed in Pan-African style. Spaces that invite comfort and relaxation, the lodge accommodates up to 18 adults and 8 children.
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About the lodge
An overview of Mark's Camp.
Mark’s Camp, a vibrant, family-friendly lodge designed in Pan-African style. Spaces that invite comfort and relaxation, the lodge accommodates up to 18 adults and 8 children.
Highlights
- Family-friendly safari lodge with Pan-African décor
- Accommodates up to 18 adults and 8 children
- Large waterhole with frequent wildlife sightings
- Outdoor boma and indoor dining spaces
- Private decks with stunning views of the bush and birdlife
You Should Know
- Children of all ages are welcome
- Safe and discreetly fenced for family peace of mind
The Details
The main lodge has a spacious lounge with an indoor dining area. The outdoor boma offers fireside meals under the African stars, creating an authentic safari experience for families and groups alike.
Lodge Features
- Private decks with views of the waterhole and the bush
- Outdoor boma with fireside dining
- Spacious indoor lounge and dining area
- Discreet fencing for children’s safety
- Air-conditioning, ceiling fans, and modern comforts in each suite
Accommodation
Classic Room: (Perfect for couples or solo travelers) It features an en-suite bathroom, private deck, and essential amenities.
Classic Family Room: (For families) This room offers a partitioned sleeping area, en-suite bathroom, private deck, and comfort-focused furnishings.
Classic Family Suite: (Ideal for larger families or groups) Two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a versatile lounge area, and a private deck for observing wildlife and enjoying the bush ambience.
Suite Features
- Private deck with bush and waterhole views
- En-suite bathroom with walk-in shower and his-and-her basins
- In-room coffee station, safe, and complimentary Wi-Fi
- Family suites include partitioned sleeping areas or separate bedrooms for privacy
Activities
Open-Vehicle Safaris
Each safari is unique, offering chances to spot the Big Five, plains game, and so many bird species.
Safari Walks
Get close to the bush on guided walks, from thrilling predator trails to gentle educational routes in safe areas. Experience the sights, sounds, and scents of the wilderness up close.
Birdwatching & Wildlife Encounters
Observe elephants, lions, giraffes, and antelope, alongside nocturnal species and abundant birdlife. Elevated decks and private viewing areas make spotting wildlife effortless and memorable.
Wildlife Experiences
From the waterhole outside the lodge to the surrounding bush areas, Mark’s Camp provides intimate, uninterrupted encounters with wildlife. Here you can watch elephants amble past, hear lions calling at night, and soak in the rhythms of the African bush
Dining
Indulge in fresh, locally inspired cuisine designed to connect you with the wild. Enjoy open-air environment meals with panoramic views, private dinners on your private deck, or gather around the boma under the African stars for fireside feasts
Price Includes
- Luxury accommodation in private suites
- All meals
- Two game drives per night stayed
- All drinks (excluding premium wines & spirits)
You pay the lodge's rate, never a markup.
The same as booking direct
Rates and dates.
Per person sharing, per night. Final pricing depends on dates, room category and party size.
Valid until 10 Jan 2027
Green season
1 May 2026 – 30 Sept 2026
Special offer
R 7 000
per person · night · normally R 10 500
Shoulder
1 Oct 2026 – 10 Jan 2027
R 10 500
per person · night
Rates are per person sharing, per night. Where a reduced rate is shown, it reflects a stay-pay or long-stay offer for those dates; honeymoon and other offers are applied separately when we prepare your quote. A single supplement may apply for solo travellers. We offer a price match guarantee, just ask your safari specialist.
Current offers
Special offer available.
Where the rates above show a saving, it comes from a stay-pay or long-stay offer. Family offers are applied by your safari specialist when preparing your quote.
Stay & Pay
Stay three nights between 1 and 15 December 2026 and pay for two only. The offer applies to the nightly per person sharing rate and excludes the mandatory Conservation Levy, which remains payable per person per night.
Long stay
Longer stays are rewarded with reduced nightly rates. For travel from 1 to 15 December 2026, a two-night stay attracts a 20% discount. For travel from 1 May to 31 August 2027, a two-night stay attracts 20% off, a three-night stay 25% off and a four-night stay 30% off. In both windows the single supplement is waived on the first two single rooms per reservation, and discounts apply to the nightly per person sharing rate only, with the Conservation Levy payable in addition.
Family
Mark's Camp is the reserve's family lodge and welcomes children of all ages. Children under two years sharing with their parents stay free of charge, and children from two to eleven years in 2026, or two to fourteen years in 2027, sharing with an adult are charged at 50% of the adult rate. A reduced Conservation Levy applies to children, and room occupancy limits apply, so the Classic Family Rooms and Classic Family Suite are best suited to larger families.
Family policies
Travelling with children.
What our safari specialists know about bringing children to Mark's Camp, current as of May 2026. They plan family trips here all the time, so anything below that needs arranging, they will sort. For the bigger picture, see our guide to safari with children .
- Minimum ages
- Stay All ages · Game drives 2+ · Walking safari All ages
- Child rates
- Under 2 free sharing with parents. Children 2-14 sharing with parents at 50% of adult rate (2027 rate sheet; 2026 sheet had 2-11 at 50%).
- Family rooms
- Family unit available.
- Care
- Kids' programme · Babysitting available
- Exceptions
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Mark's Camp is the family lodge at Lalibela and welcomes children of all ages to stay. Game drives: 2-7 year olds ride on a dedicated children's/family game drive; 8+ may join adult game drives. 2026 rate sheet phrased this as "All ages welcome; 2+ years are permitted on Family Game Drives"; 2027 rate sheet simplifies to "Children of all ages welcome". Room configurations: Classic Rooms (max 2 adults + 1 child under 7), Classic Family Rooms (max 4 persons), Classic Family Suite (max 4 adults & 2 children under 12). Babysitting offered during selected times (e.g. adult dinner and game drives). Walking safaris not offered / not stated at this camp.
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A closer look.
Your specialist for this lodge
Safari Specialist - Southern Africa
Knows Mark's Camp backwards. Your direct contact from first enquiry to the day you come home.
"Zene was extremely helpful in steering us towards the right high-end safaris in the Eastern Cape that we were looking for, viz Shamwari and Oceana. Since my husband has fallen ill and cannot travel any longer, she has also helped us with securing some rebate from Shamwari (to follow) and has been sympathetic to our misfortune"
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Let's design your stay.
From your first enquiry to the day you come home, one named safari specialist looks after every detail. We can handle the whole trip, not just the stay at Mark's Camp: multi-country itineraries, internal flights, road transfers, tipping guidance, travel insurance, the lot. A safari specialist will be in touch within as little as 15 minutes during working hours.
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