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aha Makalali Private Game Lodge

Makalali Game Reserve

Situated within Makalali Private Game Reserve west of Kruger Park, aha Makalali Private Game Lodge offers accommodation in 2 lodges. This Big Five game reserve spreads over 26000 hectares.

W
WanderingVero
From
Italy
Amazing stay. We were there to celebrate my boyfriend birthday and they arranged our room with rose petals and champagne. The staff was amazing as well
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 351 reviews
Price from
US$739.61
1 night, 2 adults

Karongwe - Kuname Safari Lodge

Hoedspruit (Near Makalali Game Reserve)

Set on 9000 hectares of unspoiled African bush, Karongwe - Kuname Safari Lodge offers exclusive and luxurious accommodation in Hoedspruit.

L
Lawrence
From
Singapore
The property is in Karongwe Game Reserve so game drive is very convenient. The surrounding is very serene and pretty , with a small stream beside it. Tastefully decorated with a Lux safari feel. Lodge is cosy as there are not many rooms . The management are hospitable, helpful and attentive to details , staff are friendly and well trained. The Game drives are awesome. The food is good too.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 144 reviews
Price from
US$868.32
1 night, 2 adults

Karongwe - River Safari Lodge

Hoedspruit (Near Makalali Game Reserve)

Situated in Karongwe Game Reserve, Karongwe - River Safari Lodge features accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning, and access to a garden with an outdoor swimming pool.

V
Virpi
From
Finland
Everything works well, driver and tracker were good, we saw lot of animals
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 258 reviews
Price from
US$676.51
1 night, 2 adults

Kamoka Camp

Hoedspruit (Near Makalali Game Reserve)

Boasting an outdoor swimming pool, a garden as well as a terrace, Kamoka Camp is set in Hoedspruit, within 37 km of Kinyonga Reptile Centre and 24 km of Lissataba Private Game Reserve.

W
Winnie
From
South Africa
It's a self service. The location is perfect if one wants to be closer to nature and far from the city. I enjoyed it.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 46 reviews
Price from
US$190.15
1 night, 2 adults

Karongwe- Shiduli Safari Lodge

Hoedspruit (Near Makalali Game Reserve)

At Shiduli Safari Lodge, lush gardens open to the sounds of birdlife, a chorus that drifts through shaded walkways and thatched retreats, offering a haven of warmth and welcome.

A
Augusto
From
Brazil
Everyone in the staff is so happy all the time, really polite and peaceful people. The game drives were perfect; we could see all the big 5 and many more animals during our 4 game drives. Our guides tried hard all the time to find the animals. And about the food…the food there is PERFECT. From the mini breakfast before the game drives to the dinner, nothing could be better. There were so many options, flavors…astonishing. Shiduli is a huge property, with great facilities.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 134 reviews
Price from
US$654.69
1 night, 2 adults

Shepherds Rest

Hoedspruit (Near Makalali Game Reserve)

Boasting river views, Shepherds Rest features accommodation with an open-air bath and a balcony, around 30 km from Drakensig Golf Club.

C
Caroline Makhosazana
From
South Africa
I loved everything about the place from the location to accommodation.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 90 reviews
Price from
US$74.40
1 night, 2 adults

Kelora Bush Camp

Hoedspruit (Near Makalali Game Reserve)

Located just 38 km from Kinyonga Reptile Centre, Kelora Bush Camp provides accommodation in Hoedspruit with access to an outdoor swimming pool, a bar, as well as a housekeeping service.

S
Susanne
From
Germany
Very personal and family run bush camp. Jenni and Kristian are great hosts. We enjoyed the time over new year at this wonderful location. The tents are spacious and very clean. There is a large pool with sunbeds available and also a nice place to sit around the fire. The very good Breakfast and delicious Dinner is served together with the owners which is perfect for interesting conversations and sharing experiences. The Game Drives with Kristian were informative and varied with nice animal sightings. Simply a beautiful bush camp - highly recommended.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
Price from
US$284.24
1 night, 2 adults

Karongwe - Becks Safari Lodge

Hoedspruit (Near Makalali Game Reserve)

Situated 39 km from Lekgalameetse Nature Reserve, Karongwe - Becks Safari Lodge offers an outdoor swimming pool, a garden and air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi.

J
Jean
From
Australia
Had 2 wonderful nights, rooms fantastic, beds comfy. Lovely atmosphere, staff amazing Johann very helpful. Food was amazing and enjoyed the boma night. I celebrated a big birthday and the staff all came singing and brought a delicious choc cake to me. All game drives were fantastic, Jerry our guide was amazing and also Alfred our tracker saw so many wonderful animals. Very cold on drives but they supplied hot water bottles and blankets. Wonderful sitting on the deck for meals and watching all the animals come down to river.Would love to return again one day. Thank you Becks family truly amazing.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 50 reviews
Price from
US$1,181.88
1 night, 2 adults

Karongwe - Chisomo Safari Camp

Hoedspruit (Near Makalali Game Reserve)

Chisomo Safari Camp is alive with the old-world romance of safari - canvas and thatch opening to shaded gathering spaces, lantern light, the hum of conversation, and the bush just beyond.

L
Lize
From
South Africa
From our arrival to departure we received the best hospitality. The staff are very friendly and madr sure their guest has everything they need. The room is very spacious. We enjoyed the food, the staff and the whole setting.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 46 reviews
Price from
US$663.88
1 night, 2 adults

Malilule Safaris

Hoedspruit (Near Makalali Game Reserve)

Set in Hoedspruit, Malilule Safaris offers free WiFi, and guests can enjoy an outdoor swimming pool, a garden and a shared lounge.

J
Jennifer
From
Austria
Best price-performance ratio. Peaceful location, super nice and authentic furnishings. Comfortable room with great facilities. Extremely friendly hosts, they took a lot of time to answer all of our questions. There is a lot of attention to detail in this place, we felt very comfortable and would definitely recommend coming here. Perfect location for a stopover.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 112 reviews
Price from
US$160.10
1 night, 2 adults
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Best hotels with breakfast in Makalali Game Reserve and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 257 reviews

Situated in Karongwe Game Reserve, Karongwe - River Safari Lodge features accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning, and access to a garden with an outdoor swimming pool.

From US$1,135.81 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 144 reviews

Set on 9000 hectares of unspoiled African bush, Karongwe - Kuname Safari Lodge offers exclusive and luxurious accommodation in Hoedspruit.

What guests said about Makalali Game Reserve:

2.0

1. Your room not cleaned 2.

1. Your room not cleaned 2. You are not fair when you say all inclusive, paying for water n drinks you are not fair 3.Paying for conservation not fair 4.Other Lodge when it says all inclusive like Vuyani where we stayed 02 nights we were all have safari,drinks in the room, drinks when we eat but on your side we paid money for water 5.Your housekeeper are lazy to put water in the kettle for tea in the room
Guest review by
Zwane
10

Liked so much about Makalali.

Liked so much about Makalali. The staff were all super friendly - they sang a South African Happy Birthday to a guest, and had such a good reception from all the guests, the following night they did some more songs. They went out of their way to be accommodating. The setting, the food, the rooms - just can't fault it at all. I've been recommending it to everyone I know. Well worth a visit.
Guest review by
Sarah m l
United Kingdom
8.0

Please let guests know how far you are from a met talked...

Please let guests know how far you are from a met talked road. You finally come near the resort by R36. When you turn off the main road, there is a boom gate, and then a dusty but well graded unmettaled road for 9 kms. This brings you to a second boom gate. Another 11 kms from there in a poorly graded unmetalled road. The resort offers to pick you up from this gate. Take up this offer. The 11 kms is a difficult 25 minutes drive. You then arrive at the Old “Reception”, which is NOT THE RECPTION. You transfer to a resort jeep (very helpful staff) which then takes you the last 2 kms to the resort. All okay. But please warn the guests of these last 22 kms. After a long 450 Kms drive from Joburg, the last 22 are an unwelcome surprise.
Guest review by
Bala Natraj
India
10

The Guides were awesome, always looking out for animals.

The Guides were awesome, always looking out for animals. We saw 4 out of the Big5 (Leppard was missing) Sure we would have find some with a longer stay. It was very quiet (less people) but the staff was really friendly even though and always helpful.
Guest review by
Bibi
Austria
10

The best bush experience of my life, It felt that I was in...

The best bush experience of my life, It felt that I was in my own space connecting with nature. The staff of Makalali from the cleaners to the rangers are so friendly, welcoming and clued up with their surroundings. Waking up to seeing elephant from your patio or hearing the sound of lions at night was an awesome experience. Very seldom do we get to see the big 5 and we sighted the big 5 and more over a 2 day period. I will definitely re-visit.
Guest review by
Singh
10

Beautiful long 3hrs game drives, in the morning and evening!

Beautiful long 3hrs game drives, in the morning and evening! Which was excellent to make the most of site seeing on the reserve. I love the midway breaks on the drive, to take in the views Boma dinners with the fire pits around made it a great way to end the day
Guest review by
Sashnee
South Africa