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.
Godfrey
South Africa
The location was wonderful, deep in nature and very peaceful.
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.
Jennifer
Switzerland
The staff were phenomenal, so helpful with one of our group who was in a wheelchair. The drives delivered wonderful sightings, our guide Rifos and tracker Patrick were very talented. The lodge has a wonderful atmosphere
Set on 9000 hectares of unspoiled African bush, Karongwe Portfolio - Kuname Lodge offers exclusive and luxurious accommodation in Hoedspruit.
Chelsea
Australia
We got upgraded to the Becks safari lodge and it was the most amazing holiday we have had. It was such a great experience and we will definitely be back. The staff are absolutely amazing and so lovely. The food is 5 star and the game drives are so much fun. We saw all 5 of the big 5 animals and many others. Got to be so close to the animals and learnt so much from our ranger Kevin. He is so amazing and great at his job.
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.
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.
Grace
United Kingdom
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
Karongwe Portfolio - Chisomo Safari Camp overlooks the Makhutsi River and is set in the Big Five Karongwe Game Reserve in Limpopo, South Africa.
Tai
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.
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.
Mira
United Kingdom
We simply loved this lodge and our stay here!😍 We actually liked it so much that we extended it by another night. The rooms are beautiful with direct views onto the river where you can spot different animals walking by.
But the best thing about this lodge is the people who work here! First and foremost, Johan and his wife Adelina, who are the managers - they are around 24/7 for any queries you might have. They made sure that we felt welcome at all times and that we were enjoying our stay to the fullest! To us, it really did feel like a home away from home! 🙏The rest of the staff are also really nice and we especially loved the food! We are real foodies who eat out a lot, and the food we had here was amongst the best we had on our whole trip - the chefs are very well trained and talented!
This was our first Safari, and we enjoyed it a lot. We didn't know what to expect, really, but the guides and trackers were super kind! The price per night includes two game drives of 3 hours each (one morning and one afternoon drive) and this makes it really good value for money, in our opinion. We stayed 4 nights and managed to see all of the Big 5 animals! What we also really liked is that the reserve only allows 2 vehicles per animal sighting, so you don't feel like you're intruding the natural space of the animals. Overall, this was an amazing experience. If you're looking for a unique getaway or a honeymoon-type destination, this should be it ☺️
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.
Paula
South Africa
Friendly,welcoming hosts and staff. Very relaxing environment. Went out of their way to make our stay wonderful.
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.
Thato
South Africa
I liked the environment, the building and the space is enough
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
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