Aha Makalali Private Game Lodge
Wildlife Lodge
Makalali Private Game Lodge, a luxurious four-star retreat in Limpopo's 26,000-hectare private game reserve, offers an immersive safari experience along the banks of the Makhutswi River. Its serene setting provides frequent wildlife sightings near the camps.
The lodge comprises three intimate camps, each with six exquisitely appointed suites, featuring en-suite bathrooms with indoor and outdoor showers, timber viewing decks overlooking the river, and private plunge pools in the River Lodge camps. The Main Lodge offers superior rooms, blending rustic elegance with modern comforts, ensuring a refined connection to the vibrant bushveld teeming with the Big Five, cheetah, wild dog, and over 250 recorded bird species.
All-inclusive dining showcases fresh, local cuisine, served on private decks for intimate moments or in the inviting dining lounge, where guests can relax by a cosy fireplace. The lodge's warm hospitality enhances the experience, with twice-daily game drives included in the rates, offering thrilling encounters with the reserve's diverse mammals and plains game, guided by expert rangers.
Guests can explore further through hot air balloon rides or visits to a nearby cheetah breeding project, immersing themselves in the region's rich biodiversity. With transfers available from Hoedspruit Airport and the reserve's gates closing at 18:00, Makalali Private Game Lodge, located west of Kruger Park, delivers a seamless blend of sophisticated luxury and the untamed allure of Limpopo's wilderness.
Available Board
All Inclusive · Full Board
Rooms & Suites
Superior Room - Main Lodge
- Outdoor View
- Bathroom
- Walk-in Shower
- Towels
- Hair Dryer
- Toiletries
- Air Conditioning
- Bottled Water
- Coffee/Tea Facilities
- Refrigerator
- Bathtub
- Shower
- Pool Facilities
- Fan
- Heating
- Linens
- Bedside Socket
- Fruits/snacks
- Balcony/Terrace
- Desk
- Extra Long Bed
- Ground Floor Available
- Outdoor Furniture
- Seating Area
- Window
- Closet
- Clothes Rack
- Safe
Interconnecting Room
- Nature View
- Bathroom
- Shower
- Hair Dryer
- Toiletries
- Free Instant Coffee
- Coffee/Tea Facilities
- Laptop Workspace
- Ground Floor Available
- Bathtub
- Mirror
- Open Air Bath Privileges
- Shower & Bath
- Telephone
- Air Conditioning
- Blackout Curtains
- Electric Blanket
- Fan
- Heating
- Linens
- Mosquito Net
- Slippers
- Complimentary Tea
- Bottled Water
- Mini Bar
- Balcony/Terrace
- Desk
- Fireplace
- Seating Area
- Closet
- Ironing Facilities
- Fire Extinguisher
- First Aid Kit
- Safe
- Laptop Safe Box
Family Suite
- Nature View
- Bathroom
- Shower
- Bathrobes
- Hair Dryer
- Toiletries
- Free Instant Coffee
- Coffee/Tea Facilities
- Laptop Workspace
- Bathtub
- Mirror
- Open Air Bath Privileges
- Shower & Bath
- Towels
- Telephone
- Wi-Fi [charges Apply]
- Air Conditioning
- Blackout Curtains
- Electric Blanket
- Fan
- Heating
- Linens
- Mosquito Net
- Slippers
- Umbrella
- Complimentary Tea
- Bottled Water
- Mini Bar
- Desk
- Fireplace
- Ground Floor Available
- Seating Area
- Closet
- Clothes Rack
- Ironing Facilities
- Fire Extinguisher
- Safe
Suite
- Nature View
- Electric Kettle
- Bathroom
- Walk-in Shower
- Bathrobes
- Hair Dryer
- Toiletries
- Free Instant Coffee
- Refrigerator
- Bathtub
- Mirror
- Shower & Bath
- Shower
- Towels
- Pool Facilities
- Telephone
- Air Conditioning
- Blackout Curtains
- Electric Blanket
- Fan
- Heating
- Linens
- Mosquito Net
- Slippers
- Bedside Socket
- Umbrella
- Coffee/Tea Facilities
- Complimentary Tea
- Bottled Water
- Fruits/snacks
- Mini Bar
- Balcony/Terrace
- Desk
- Extra Long Bed
- Fireplace
- Ground Floor Available
- Laptop Workspace
- Outdoor Furniture
- Seating Area
- Window
- Closet
- Clothes Rack
- Fire Extinguisher
- First Aid Kit
- Safe
Superior Room
- Nature View
- Bathroom
- Shower
- Bathrobes
- Hair Dryer
- Toiletries
- Free Instant Coffee
- Coffee/Tea Facilities
- Laptop Workspace
- Bathtub
- Mirror
- Shower & Bath
- Towels
- Telephone
- Air Conditioning
- Blackout Curtains
- Electric Blanket
- Fan
- Heating
- Linens
- Mosquito Net
- Slippers
- Complimentary Tea
- Bottled Water
- Mini Bar
- Balcony/Terrace
- Desk
- Ground Floor Available
- Seating Area
- Top Floor Available
- Closet
- Ironing Facilities
- Fire Extinguisher
- First Aid Kit
- Safe
- Laptop Safe Box
General Facilities
Activities
- Game Drives
Wellness
- 2 Outdoor Pools
- Sun Loungers Or Beach Chairs
- Massage
General
- Invoice Provided
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Daily Housekeeping
- Ironing Service
- Laundry
- Meeting/Banquet Facilities
Hotel Reviews
Enjoyable visit to Makalali as always. will be back again in the future. Great value for money.......
From start to finish, the service was exceptional. Arrival, orientation, game drives, hospitality and meals, porter service, amenities, check out - I highly recommend the lodge as a destination.
We had such an amazing good time at Makalali Private Game Reserve! The staff is great and their service goed beyond your imagination. All of the staff were super friendly and offered any service you...
What a great 4 nights spent here! From the first welcome through to the service from all the staff during our time here you cannot fault it. Wonderboy who was our guide on safari was amazing. His...
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