About Marrick Safari
Marrick Farm has always been, and will continue to be, a family-run undertaking. It has been in the Datnow family since patriarch Michael Datnow bought the 3000 hectare property as a going dairy and sheep concern.
After Michael’s untimely passing, the running of the business was taken over by his two sons Trevor and Norman.
Trevor took sole possession of the farm 15 years ago and since then he, together with his wife Hubre, has been working towards establishing a world-class eco-tourism operation focusing on the provision of home-style service and accommodation which offers diverse eco-tourism activities within an unparalleled, unspoiled natural environment.
It must be said that, while there is still a way to go yet, he is getting close to achieving this goal.
The property itself sustains a range of ecosystems, from African savannah land to rocky hillscapes to thicker thorny bushveld. There is even an ephemeral wet landscape, which in the future will become a permanent feature once plans for the provision of year-round water are completed
Accommodation
Guest House
Our manor-style Guest House is the flagship of our accommodation cluster.
The original residence on the Marrick farmstead, the Guest House has been meticulously restored to reflect the elegant ambience of its earlier years.
Containing five bedrooms, this homely and inviting residence sleeps 10 people in single or double beds.
The homestead also includes a lounge and dining room with welcoming open fireplace, an entertainment area and room with snooker and table tennis facilities, and a barbecue area with swimming pool and lawn suitable for outdoor activities such as volleyball or trampoline.
Honeymoon Suite
Our superior Honeymoon Suite situated within the guest house includes an en-suite bathroom and is ideally suited to that romantic weekend away, or the perfect complement to your wedding on Marrick Safari
Country Cottage
Accommodating to sleep 8 people with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
Impala Cottage
If you prefer a more functional yet comfortable lodging, Impala Cottage is the ideal accommodation for you and your family or friends to experience Marrick’s bounty from the convenient confines of your own private lapa.
Sleeping 10 persons, Impala Cottage has five bedrooms, three bathrooms and a fully equipped open-planned kitchen.
Hunter’s Cottage
Aptly named and reminiscent of its earlier purpose, Hunters’ Cottage can accommodate up to 6 persons in two air-conditioned bedrooms-en-suite. Enclosed by a reed boma, Hunters Cottage provides the seclusion you need for your own private party or family function
Guinea Fowl Cottage
Similar to Impala Cottage in terms of style and functionality, but without the lapa, Guinea Fowl Cottage offers three bedrooms, three bathrooms and an open-planned kitchen. It sleeps 8 persons.
Campsite
For a more private accommodation, the Campsite is the perfect choice to get away from it all and be close to nature.
Caravan Camping
Activities
With over 3000 hectares of pristine African savannah veld at your disposal, Marrick Safari has plenty to offer in terms of excitement, adventure, sporting activities or more relaxing pursuits. At Marrick, there is indeed something for everybody.
Game Viewing
Arrange for a guided 4×4 game drive, which may include breakfast in the bush or sundowners providing spectacular views overlooking the Pan and sighting of the renowned African sunset is virtually guaranteed! Well-established herds of indigenous Springbok, Gemsbok (Oryx), Eland, Wildebeest, Zebra, Giraffe and many other plains species occur on the reserve. Additionally, our exclusive night drives offer a particularly unique and exciting insight into the world of nocturnal animal activity keep your eyes open for Porcupine, Aardvark or the rare Smith Red Rock Hare. Click on Wildlife to discover the huge variety of fauna awaiting you.
Hiking
Go off the beaten track and follow the same game trails our ancestors have been following for centuries, as they trekked into the African interior. Hiking is perhaps the best way to get truly up close and personal with Marrick treasure trove of plants, birds and animals.
Birdwatching
To say that Marrick is a birder paradise would be an understatement. At the last count (of waterbirds only) on 8 July 2009, over 27 bird species were identified, with a total population of just over 1655. Marrick is home to Flamingo Pan, an ephemeral pan playing host to geese, duck and flamingo in season as well as the most famous of Africa aquatic avian residents, the African Fish Eagle. We are also proud to have a breeding pair of Blue Crane, South Africa national bird, returning annually to Marrick. Click (here) for a comprehensive bird list compiled by noted ornithologist Mark Anderson, or go to Birdlife to find out more.
Cycling
Marrick extensive network of gravel roads and veld paths provide the ideal opportunity for mountain bike enthusiasts to not only get a great workout, but to get closer to nature at the same time. Bikes are available to hire, but feel free to bring your own cycle if you prefer. Marrick has become a regular, popular host for mountain bike events, the most challenging of which is the Marrick Mountain Bike Challenge staged annually in September. This is a 3-day, 245 km event, 75 km of which is completed on Marrick.
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