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Just three hours from Johannesburg, Letamo Lodge at QWABI Private Game Reserve brings the idea of a family safari within easy reach.
Here, the freedom of the bush meets comfort and thoughtful hospitality, creating a setting where families can spend meaningful time together while discovering the natural world. The Pack the Whole Pride offer has been designed specifically for South African residents. Children under 12 stay free when sharing a second room, while teenagers aged 13 to 16 enjoy a reduced rate. It’s an easy way for families to experience a Big Five safari without the complexity of long-distance travel. As QWABI’s largest lodge, Letamo naturally lends itself to family stays. The lodge features 58 rooms and suites, many with interleading layouts that make traveling with children simple and comfortable. Interiors combine contemporary design with African textures and warm natural tones, creating a relaxed yet refined space that feels both sophisticated and welcoming.
Days begin early with coffee on the deck before heading out on a guided game drive across the 11,000-hectare reserve. Located within the UNESCO-declared Waterberg Biosphere, the reserve is home to the Big Five and an extraordinary diversity of wildlife. Expert guides bring the landscape to life, sharing stories of the bush and offering insight into the rhythms of the ecosystem.
For children, the experience often lies in the small moments – watching elephants at a waterhole, spotting giraffes across the plains, or learning to track animals alongside experienced guides. Back at the lodge, families can spend time swimming, playing padel, or simply enjoying the space and stillness of the bush.
Younger guests can take part in the Junior Conservationists Club, a programme designed to turn curiosity into discovery. Through activities such as wildlife tracking, nature walks, craft sessions and storytelling, children gain a deeper understanding of the environment around them.
Evenings bring guests together around the boma fire, where meals celebrate South African flavours in a relaxed and welcoming setting. Dining at Letamo is generous and unpretentious, accompanied by a selection of local wines and a dedicated children’s menu.
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Letamo Lodge forms part of QWABI Private Game Reserve by Newmark Hotels & Reserves, an 11,000-hectare sanctuary defined by wide plains, rolling hills, and water-rich terrain that supports an incredible variety of wildlife.
The Pack the Whole Pride offer is available exclusively to South African residents.
Rates start from R9 980 per room per night on a full-board basis, including meals, beverages, and twice-daily game drives. A second room for children under 12 is complimentary, while teens aged 13–16 pay R4 990 per night. The offer is valid until 30 April 2026 for stay dates between 1 and 30 April 2026 (block-out dates apply on 10–12 June 2026).
For bookings and enquiries, contact reservations@newmarkhotels.com or call +27 21 427 5901.
