Activities

Places to explore near Coga Cottage

There are many restaurants in Marloth Park and entertainment areas for adults and kids, view points into Kruger Park as well as access to our very own game reserve Lionspruit.

Within Marloth Park you can walk, cycle, birdwatch and you are always surrounded by wildlife.

Of course may may also just choose to sit and chill at the house, relax and enjoy the animals that come to visit you……..

Places in Marloth Park

Coga Cottage is right in the middle of Marloth Park,

Restaurants, Bars and Eateries

Marloth Park offers unique dining experiences. Restaurants here typically blend wildlife and cuisine, allowing diners to savour delicious meals while observing local fauna like impalas and zebras and the views such as the Crocodile River. Options range from casual bushveld bistro-style eateries to more upscale venues serving traditional South African dishes with a touch of safari charm.

Walks and Cycling

Marloth Park is nestled in the bushveld and provides fantastic walking and cycling experiences amidst its stunning natural surroundings. You can embark on self-guided walking safaris, where you will encounter wildlife like giraffes and kudus up close.

The extensive network of dirt roads and trails within the park also offers excellent opportunities for cycling enthusiasts, allowing them to explore diverse landscapes and spot various animals along the way.<p>

However, respecting local wildlife and safety guidelines while enjoying these outdoor activities is crucial. And remember the night time curfue from sundown to sun up.

The Bushveld Atlantis Water Park

Is a water park that offers exciting slides, mini golf, a tuck shop and braai facilities. A great place for the kids to enjoy a refreshing splash, and a friendly game of mini golf.

The water park is located right next to the Bush center one of Marloth Parks shopping centers.

Henk Van Rooyen Park

Henk Van Rooyen is the resort with a public swimming pool, tennis court, a kiosk where you can buy soft drinks, ice cream and take always.

The Amazing View Restaurant is also in the resort which offers a great view over the Crocodile River at sunset a great place for drinks and a meal at sunset.

Drives in Marloth Park

Driving through Marloth Park is an exhilarating safari-like experience. While traversing its dirt roads, you will encounter freely roaming wildlife such as kudu, zebras, and warthogs along the way.

The park’s scenic beauty and proximity to Kruger National Park make it a perfect self-drive adventure destination, blending nature and exploration.

Sights on the Crocodile River & Kruger border

Crocodile River Drive in Marloth Park offers a scenic route along the park’s southern border, with views of the Crocodile River and the adjacent Kruger National Park.

It’s a prime spot for wildlife watching. You can often spot elephants, hippos, lions, leopards, wild dogs and other animals from the comfort of your vehicle.

It offers a few great viewing spots that are great places to just stop for sundowners or a picnic.

Coga Cottage is in a great location to access everything the Southern Kruger Park has to offer.....

In Marloth Park there are many restaurants, and entertainment areas for adults and kids, view points into Kruger Park as well as access to our very own game reserve Lionspruit. Within Marloth Park you can walk, cycle, birdwatch and you are always surrounded by wildlife. Of course may may also just choose to site at the house, relax and enjoy the animals that come to visit you.

Within easy access of Coga Cottage have:

The Kruger National Park

Kruger National Park, located in northeastern South Africa, is one of Africa’s largest and most renowned wildlife reserves.

Spanning nearly 20,000 square kilometers, it is a biodiversity hotspot, home to a vast array of wildlife, including the Big Five (elephant, lion, leopard, buffalo, and rhinoceros).

From Coga Cottage you can explore the Southern section of Kruger National Parks the park’s diverse landscapes, from savannahs to forests, and enjoy thrilling game drives, guided walks, and birdwatching offered for Crocodile Bridge Gate. From Coga Cottage you have access into the park via two gates, The Crocodile River Gate (a 20-minute drive) and the Malellane Gate (a 40-minute drive).

Kruger also boasts excellent infrastructure, offering a range of accommodations and facilities, making it a popular destination for safari enthusiasts seeking an immersive African wilderness experience while contributing to conservation efforts.

A recommended self-drive day visit to Kruger National Park could be.

Enter at Crocodile Bridge, drive to Lower Sabie (2 hours drive)
After breakfast drive to Skukuza (2 – 3 hours drive)
After lunch drive to Berg-en-Dal (3 hour drive)
After tea drive or Malelane Gate (half hour drive)

Remember there is a lot more time to travel in Summer than winter. In our guide book we provide distances between the rest camps and gates as well as distances between points of interest, and the opening and closing times for the park.

If you are planning a self-drive safari into Kruger National Park, it is important to take note of the gate opening and closing times and also consider an average speed of about 20km/h on sand roads and 40km/h on tared roads

Open-game vehicle drives with a private guide to take you into Kruger Park. They will collect you from Coga Cottage in the morning and deliver safely you back to Coga Cottage after your drive.

From Crocodile Bridge Gate the Kruger Park (a 20 minute drive from Coga Cottage), offers Early-morning Safari, Sunset Safari and Night Safari. These awesonme excursions are hosted by Kruger National Park Game Rangers.

In addition the is also an early morning walk, a once-in-a-lifetime experience, where in the company of armed Rangers you experience the game reserve on foot.

Golf at the Skukuza Golf Club – the only golf club in a national game reserve.

Some of the many attractions around Coga Cottage.....

Mpumalanga is one of the primary tourism based provinces in South Africa. Within a 2 hour drive of Coga Cottage you are exposed to the best of what south Africa has to offer….

Within easy access of Coga Cottage have:

Tiger Fishing – one of the best freshwater game fishing experiences in the world.

Experience the wildlife close up with experiences such as the Elephant Interaction

Horse riding adventures in the lowveld bush.

Quad biking, is a fun-filled experience for the whole family.

Enjoy the bushveld on a quiet ride amongst wild animals on the southern border of the Kruger National Park or seek some adventure on the obstacle course.

Golf at the many golf courses in the region

White Water river rafting on the Sabie River in Hazyview is bound to give you the thrills and an experience you want forget! Over 20 rapids (ranging from grades 2 – 3), beautiful vegetation, and an abundance of wildlife along the riverbank.
Beginner or a pro, the Sabie River river rafting experience is fun for all to do!

the aerial cable trail – enjoy the freedom of gliding over one of the last natural forested valleys along the Sabie River. The 1.2km Aerial Cable Trail takes you down sections that vary from 70m to 230m, into the valley basin, stopping at 10 elevated platforms to let you admire the natural vegetation, birdlife and views of the forest floor below.
All groups are escorted by qualified guides.

Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre focused on education in conservation and the release and establishment of captive-bred Cheetahs back into the wild and the treatment and rehabilitation of wild animals including orphaned Rhino. It has established itself as one of the leading private research and breeding facilities for endangered species in the country.

The Panorama Tour a tour around some of the beautiful and scenic natural environment in Mpumalanga. Sites include the Blyde River Canyon, Bourks Luck Potholes, Gods Window, the Graskop Gorge Lift, the Lisbon, Berlin and Mac Mac Waterfalls and the scenic and historic mining village of Pilgrims Rest, Sudwala Caves and much more…….

Maputo, its beaches and restaurants are an hour’s drive once you cross the international border into Mozambique.

Swaziland (now eSwatini) day trip – Escape to another country for a day, visit the picturesque mountains where history and culture have been frozen in time. The Malolotja Nature Reserve, and Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary, where activities include game drives, walks, horse riding, and a cultural village tour. See artisans at work showcasing hand-craft talents, at the Baobab Batik Workshop, Swazi Candles and Ngwenya Glass Factory.