Additional information
In this part of Africa it can be very warm the whole year round and it can be very refreshing to have a dip in a swimmingpool in the
afternoon. Since Ubuntu guest house does not have a splash pool at this time, it is possible to use the pool at the Municipality or at one
of the lodges.
Marloth Park has 2 supermarkets where you can do all your necessary shopping. Both shops have an ATM. There is also a liquor store for
beer, wine and spirits. Marloth Park also has a building shop, laundromat and fuel station. In Komatipoort (25 km) there is a Spar supermarket,
a vatiety of other shops, a pharmacy and a GP.
Perhaps you don't feel like shopping or cooking after a long day of adventures. No problem, there are several restaurants in Marloth Park
where you can enjoy a delicious dinner on a terrace for a reasonable price. Some of the restaurants in Marloth Park are
Phumula Lodge (Rinkhals),
Jabula Lodge (corner Kurper and Elephant Drive),
Bunda Bar and Restaurant, Watergat Restaurant (Bush Center off Elephant Drive) and
Royal Kruger Lodge (1235 Oribi street).
Pets are not allowed in Marloth Park. They are a threat to the wild animals as they may carry dangerous diseases. Not only that, but the wild
animals can also jeopardise the safety of your pet!
The weather of the past 10 years in Skukuza (Kruger National Park)
| Month | Temp.max | Temp.min | Precipitation |
| January | 32°C | 21°C | 96 mm |
| February | 32°C | 20°C | 92 mm |
| March | 31°C | 19°C | 72 mm |
| April | 30°C | 16°C | 35 mm |
| May | 28°C | 10°C | 14 mm |
| June | 26°C | 6°C | 8 mm |
| July | 26°C | 6°C | 9 mm |
| August | 27°C | 9°C | 7 mm |
| September | 30°C | 13°C | 24 mm |
| October | 30°C | 16°C | 35 mm |
| November | 31°C | 18°C | 75 mm |
| December | 32°C | 20°C | 86 mm |
Useful Links
For information about nature concervation in Marloth Park, you can have a look at the website of the
Marloth Park Honorary Rangers.
Extensive information about Kruger National Park you can find on the websites:
www.sanparks.org or
www.thekruger.com.
Or have a look at krugerpark.startpagina.nl, not only in Dutch.
Here you find links to sites with travel, accommodation, safaris and activities in and around the Kruger Park.
For the real adventurers, there are also several walking safaris in the Kruger Park. An overview of these safaris you can find on
Africa walking safaris.
For all kind of information about Mpumalanga province visit website:
www.mpumalanga.com.
From November to April is rainy season in Marloth Park. You can expect heavy showers in the morning or in the afternoon. It hardly
ever rains for a full day. During this time of year there is a risk of malaria. Although Ubuntu Bush House is fully airconditioned, it is
advised to take malaria profylaxis and use mosquito repellent.
For more information go to www.southafricalogue.com or
www.mdtravelhealth.com.
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