Construction on Kwa Maritane already commenced centuries ago.
An ancient alkaline volcano fashioned the very hills that Kwa Maritane
stands on today. Hence it's name, which literally means "Place of the Rock".
From here, you can look out over the infinite plains adjacent to the Pilanesberg
National Park - an area rich in wildlife and hosting around 365 species of birds.
Pilanesberg National Park, which covers some 55 000 hectare, is the fourth
largest in southern Africa. This malaria-free park is perched on the eroded
vestiges of an alkaline volcanic crater - one of only three such craters in
the world. On its undulating hills and everlasting open plains, you can get a
glimpse of the 'Big Five', an abundance of animals and over 360 bird species.
As well as the 'Big Five' you might also find the nocturnal brown hyena,
cheetah, hippo, crocodile and even sable.
