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aha Makalali Private Game Lodge, hotel in 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.

Quiet and well maintained
9.0
Scored 9.0
Superb
Rated superb
464 reviews
Price from£326.32per night
Karongwe River Lodge, hotel in Makalali Game Reserve

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

The place is wonderful. The presidential suite is amazing. Overlooking a lake where you can see the hippos, impalas and other animals approached a few meters from the terrace. It was a spectacle to see them so close while you were on the lounger sunbathing. The game drives were amazing. Our guides, Jury and Collen, two wonderful guys who know how to do their job perfectly. In addition to many other animals, we saw the big five, some within 5 meters and more than once. The food, without being spectacular, is very good and plentiful.
9.7
Scored 9.7
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
171 reviews
Price from£560.50per night
Kamoka Camp, hotel in 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.

The location and its aesthetics
9.3
Scored 9.3
Superb
Rated superb
8 reviews
Price from£125.84per night
Karongwe Portfolio - Becks Safari Lodge, hotel in Makalali Game Reserve

Overlooking the Makhutsi River, Karongwe Portfolio - Becks Safari Lodge is located in the Karongwe Game Reserve. The lodge boasts an outdoor pool, spa and on-site restaurant.

Great place everyone friendly and helpful - great guides - food pretty good too
9.2
Scored 9.2
Superb
Rated superb
38 reviews
Price from£693.59per night
Kelora Bush Camp, hotel in 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.

Friendly,welcoming hosts and staff. Very relaxing environment. Went out of their way to make our stay wonderful.
9.5
Scored 9.5
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
6 reviews
Price from£227.35per night
Karongwe Portfolio- Shiduli Private Game Lodge, hotel in Makalali Game Reserve

Set against the backdrop of the majestic Drakensburg Mountain range and features a lush indigenous garden with shaeded loungers. The lodge features a bar, a large swimming pool and freee WiFi access.

This was a once in a lifetime hotel! It was absolutely amazing and we are so thankful for the amazing staff. The food, service and organisation of the trip was second to none! Incredible
9.2
Scored 9.2
Superb
Rated superb
85 reviews
Price from£325.60per night
Karongwe Portfolio - Chisomo Safari Camp, hotel in Makalali Game Reserve

Karongwe Portfolio - Chisomo Safari Camp overlooks the Makhutsi River and is set in the Big Five Karongwe Game Reserve in Limpopo, South Africa.

It was my first time in a safari tent and I love it. It was an amazing experience. Friendly staff. The food was delicious. The stay made an effort to make gluten-free food for me. Thank you to all the admin and cooking staff The game drives were mazing! We were able to see the big five. Thank you to our Ranger and Tracker, Evans and Sondy. The location is perfect.
9.2
Scored 9.2
Superb
Rated superb
44 reviews
Price from£408.48per night
Murchison View Cottage, hotel in Makalali Game Reserve

Featuring accommodation with a plunge pool, garden view and a patio, Murchison View Cottage is located in Gravelotte.

Great hospitality! The peaceful atmosphere. The facilities were excellent. Thank you for a great stay.
9.0
Scored 9.0
Superb
Rated superb
8 reviews
Price from£46.40per night
Nyala Camp, hotel in Makalali Game Reserve

Situated in Gravelotte and only 42 km from Lekgalameetse Nature Reserve, Nyala Camp features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. This apartment features a garden.

I liked the environment, the building and the space is enough
9.8
Scored 9.8
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
5 reviews
Price from£38.39per night
Bundox Villas, hotel in Makalali Game Reserve

Featuring accommodation with a private pool, pool view and a balcony, Bundox Villas is located in Hoedspruit. It is situated 29 km from Drakensig Golf Club and offers private check-in and check-out.

The sound of the river even though we couldn’t see the water
9.1
Scored 9.1
Superb
Rated superb
18 reviews
Price from£174.41per night
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What guests said about Makalali Game Reserve:

  • 2.0
    Scored 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
    Zwane
  • 10
    Scored 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.
    Sarah m l
    United Kingdom
  • 8.0
    Scored 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.
    Bala Natraj
    India
  • 10
    Scored 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.
    Bianca
    Austria
  • 10
    Scored 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.
    Singh
  • 10
    Scored 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
    Sashnee
    South Africa