Thoughtful Architecture for Extraordinary Places
Malapa serves Africa’s hospitality sector with both fully bespoke, turn-key projects and refined building systems designed for rapid deployment.
*Photos credit: Gorongosa Safaris (Melanie Van Zyl)
Malapa Studio
Photo credit: Natural Selection
Custom hospitality architecture, designed for wild places.
*Photos credit: Gorongosa Safaris (Melanie Van Zyl)
Malapa Products
Refined building systems for rapid deployment in remote places.
Turnkey Hospitality
*Photos credit: Tammy Marlar
Malapa specializes in providing turnkey hospitality solutions in remote regions across Africa.
We ensure our projects are completed on time and within budget. Whether it's a safari lodge in the heart of the Kenya or a eco-friendly camp in Botswana.
Malapa is committed to creating sustainable and comfortable spaces that cater to the unique demands of remote African landscapes.
Portfolio
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Tawana
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Ngala Tree House
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Zambezi House
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Thorntree River Lodge
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Liuwa Plains Camp
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Lekkerwater
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African Parks Mobile Camp
Testimonials
“Malapa are more than 'just' architects, designers and deliverers. They are also a thought partner - providing helpful challenge, support and solutions throughout the process. You really feel Malapa are invested in what you are trying to achieve, even once their formal role is completed, and are not just there to do a job.”
Doug Flynn, CEO, Gorongoza Safaris
“The Malapa team have designed, produced and delivered 2 iconic projects in the African Bush camps portfolio: Zambezi House in Victoria Falls and Thorntree River Camp, Zambia. Trustworthy, reliable and a pleasure to work with, this is a power team that delivers.”
Beks Ndlovu, CEO & Founder, African Bushcamps
“It was a pleasure dealing with the Malapa team as they were fully engaged and invested to keep the project on track and deliver the best quality possible”
Jurgen Kieslich, J.K. Architects