We are Marula Hill Travel
The Safari Experts You Can Trust
Proudly Local. Passionately Personal.
At Marula Hill Travel, we believe South Africans deserve the best of Africa — without paying international rates. That’s why we offer exclusive safari deals and local travel specials just for SA residents.
Whether it’s a last-minute bush break, discounted luxury safari lodge, or private villa escape, we help you travel better — for less.
We’ve been in the game for many years, creating tailor-made safaris and curated journeys across Southern and East Africa. When the world shut down during COVID, we doubled down on supporting the local market — and we still do. In fact, we’ve expanded, launching a custom-built app for South Africans to browse the latest specials with ease.
Our platform features handpicked luxury lodges, boutique hotels, and bush retreats — all at resident rates, seasonal discounts, and last-minute offers.
Every trip is thoughtfully designed with you in mind — your pace, your preferences, your style of travel. And every property is somewhere we’ve personally stayed and recommend with confidence.
Because this isn’t just about booking a holiday — it’s about crafting the kind of journey where the little things matter: upgrades, celebration surprises, and insider access that make it unforgettable.
At Marula Hill, we keep it real, keep it personal, and keep it proudly South African.
Meet Our Team
Vikki Jackson
Founder
Sian Loehrer
Founder
Roxanne Harley
Reservations Manager
Debby Smith
Travel Curator
Why Travel With Us
Real Support, from Planning to Safari
At Marula Hill Travel, we’re real people — not bots or call centres. Whether you’re planning a quick bush escape or a bucket-list trip, our team of South African travel experts is with you every step of the way. We offer fast, personal support on WhatsApp, including weekends and holidays. From your first enquiry to the moment you return home, we make sure your local safari trip runs smoothly.
Redefining Luxury Travel for South Africans
Luxury doesn’t have to mean five-star hotels and formal dinners. For us, it’s about personalised travel that feels effortless and familiar. Whether you’re planning a honeymoon safari, a birthday weekend in the bush, or a Kruger Park escape, we remember what matters to you — your pace, your preferences, and your sense of adventure. It’s local travel, done better.
We Don’t Believe in Guesswork
Wherever possible, we only recommend places we’ve personally visited — from safari lodges and boutique hotels to private bush villas. We’ve stayed, explored, and experienced them ourselves, so we know what’s worth your time (and your budget).
That said, we’re not superhuman, and with hundreds of incredible properties across the continent, we can’t be everywhere at once. However, if we haven’t been there, you can trust that we’ve done the next best thing: thorough research, insider intel, and trusted feedback from our extensive network of partners and clients.
When we say it’s a hidden gem or worth the splurge, we genuinely mean it.
Travel That Gives Back
We believe travel should do more than tick off a list. That’s why we partner with lodges and operators who prioritise wildlife conservation, community upliftment, and sustainable tourism across Africa. When you book with us, you're not only choosing a seamless experience — you're contributing to something meaningful.
Travel Local. Travel Better.
Whether you’re after a last-minute bush break, a South African resident safari special, or a tailor-made trip across the wild spaces of Southern Africa, Marula Hill Travel is here to help you travel smarter — and deeper.
Our Trusted Partners
Our safari industry partners are carefully selected based on their commitment to ethical and sustainable practices, as well as their exceptional quality of service.
