Marakele National Park, a
SANParks reserve, is part of the Limpopo Waterberg Biosphere. Home to the popular big five, sixteen species of antelope, and 250 species of birds, this national park is perforated by the Matlabas River. Historically home to numerous ancient civilisations, then later to naturalist Eugene Marais, Marakele was founded in 1994. Currently standing at 670 km², the park boasts first rate bird watching, mountain passes, and accommodation.