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A cozy outdoor seating area with leather sofas and chairs, a coffee table, and a stone fireplace.

1. Toro River by Newmark

Makalali Game Reserve

"The top!!! Everything was more than perfect: The daily timing, The service level, very proactive and always with smiles, The food quality, excellently prepared and cooked, Amaizing facilities in a less amaizing location, The strong expertise of the guides and their way of life. Thanks to the invisible staff who makes invisible any default. Thanks to the management who makes all above possible. PS: the games were all an unforgetable experience and a flow of emotion. Can’t tell all we could see,...

Thierry

19.421.582 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

21 Nov - 22 Nov

A pool area with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a covered seating area.

2. Clive's Camp

Hoedspruit

99.277.981 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

30 Nov - 1 Dec

A wooden deck with a fire pit, lounge chairs, and a view of a lake at dusk.

3. Xidulu Safari Lodge

Hoedspruit

117.294.434 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A building with a thatched roof, surrounded by trees and a paved walkway.

4. Kilima Private Game Reserve and Spa

Tzaneen

7.051.301 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A dining table set outdoors with chairs, surrounded by greenery and a wooden deck.

5. Blue Cottages

Hoedspruit

Betty

1.706.874 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

14 Nov - 15 Nov

A wooden deck with two hot tubs, a covered seating area, and a view of a forested landscape.

6. Bushveld Bivouac Private Camp

Mica

Fred

6.279.511 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A pool with a view of zebras grazing in the distance, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.

7. Thandolwami Bush Lodge & Spa

Hoedspruit

4.468.906 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Dec - 2 Dec

A covered outdoor seating area with a view of a river and forest.

8. Karongwe - River Safari Lodge

Hoedspruit

Emma

25.824.999 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

An outdoor dining area with a long table set for a meal, surrounded by trees and a thatched-roof structure.

9. Karongwe - Chisomo Safari Camp

Tzaneen

RACHEL GEIGER

21.712.174 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Nov - 29 Nov

A spacious outdoor deck with wooden flooring and seating, leading to a modern interior with large windows and a view of the surrounding landscape.

10. Cape Vulture Lodge

Hoedspruit

"Very nice team, quite, discret, available, very professional. Note: 20/20 The location is very nice with an amazing view of the surounding mountains and cliff. Unfortunately, we stayed only one night. We saw many animals on the way and around the lodge (monkeys, impalas, gnou, mangusts and a rare red deer) with a particular enjoyable wake-up when opening the curtains: a girafe standing and drinking in front of the terrasse at 6 am."

Thierry

5.586.132 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

A swimming pool with a lantern in the foreground, surrounded by lounge chairs and a building with a thatched roof in the background.

11. MILIMA Big 5 Safari Lodge

Hoedspruit

Duncan

17.655.367 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A neatly made bed with a large headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, and a dark-colored nightstand.

12. Hlakula Lake Resort

Metz

698.267 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

13. The Wild Blue Lodge SAFARI & SPA

Hoedspruit

Nate

6.129.228 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by trees and a building in the background.

14. Nyati Safari Lodge

Hoedspruit

Rebecca

21.366.955 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

14 Nov - 15 Nov

A thatched-roof building with a wooden deck, a fire pit, and outdoor seating.

15. Bushriver Lodge

Hoedspruit

Nxobile

4.623.444 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Nov - 21 Nov

A modern villa with a pool, outdoor seating, and a covered patio area.

16. Radisson Safari Hotel Hoedspruit, A Verified Net Zero Hotel

Hoedspruit

"Very nicely appointed rooms and a big walk in shower, separate from the tub. The main lobby was beautiful, restaurant is very nice. They also offer room service. There is also a nice spa on campus, but we did not have time to investigate. Breakfast was included, the hotel offers a lovely buffet. Also noticed after the fact, that I did not receive the 20% off a restaurant order offered through Expedia for Key members. I would stay here again."

Marla

4.949.858 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Dec - 2 Dec

A thatched-roof dining area with wooden furniture and hanging spherical light fixtures.

17. Call of the Wild Lodge

Hoedspruit

Rebecca

5.353.377 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A serene outdoor pool area with natural rock formations, lounge chairs, and a wooden pergola.

18. Karongwe - Kuname Safari Lodge

Hoedspruit

Karran

31.114.756 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Dec - 2 Dec

An outdoor seating area with a wooden deck, wicker chairs, a sofa, and a table.

19. Karongwe - Becks Safari Lodge

Hoedspruit

Maira

32.398.590 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

A starry night sky over a wooden deck with a bed and lanterns, surrounded by trees.

20. Oase by 7 Star Lodges - Greater Kruger Private 530ha Reserve

Hoedspruit

Sona

20.672.988 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

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Top reviews in Makalali Game Reserve

Karongwe - River Safari Lodge

Hoedspruit

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Karongwe - Kuname Safari Lodge

Hoedspruit

10/10 Excellent

Wow, what can you say about this place - it's just amazing. We were expecting quite a lot from our safari, but this exceeded it, by a mile... As you only go on safari to actually go deep in the bush, we can certainly say that this achieved our goal and more - the Ranger and Tracker working here, Peter and Sandy, are very, very, very good at what they do. We got the see all big 5 in our first 2 safaris, and went on to see them again and again... They made it a point that we get to see each one up...

Joseph

A room with a bed under a canopy, two chairs, a table with two wine glasses and a bottle, and a view of the outdoors.

Sausage Tree Safari Camp

Hoedspruit

10/10 Excellent

Dan

A bathroom with a large bathtub, a window with a view of outdoor furniture and trees.

Mohlabetsi Safari Lodge

Hoedspruit

10/10 Excellent

We spent one night at Mohlabetsi two years ago on a 7 day trip round South Africa. My family didn't want to leave but we always had in our minds to return to this very special place. This time we booked for 3 nights and it was absolutely wonderful. The people, the safari, the animals, the food, the lodges are just perfect. Mohlabetsi will always hold a very special place in all my family's hearts and will definitely go back again one day. I recommend this lodge to anyone!

KHP

A bedroom with a canopy bed, a glass table, and a view of trees through large windows.

Ukuthula Bush Lodge

Hoedspruit

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and candles, surrounded by a wooden deck and trees.

Unembeza Boutique Lodge & Spa

Hoedspruit

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful hotel with stunning rooms and real sense of luxury. The pool and grounds are so tranquil and calm and everything is immaculate The staff are attentive and professional and the setting is beautiful with giraffe and zebra roaming around - so lovely. The restaurant is gorgeous. The only tiny bit of feedback is that the restaurant staff got things a bit confused for us and forgot some of the food and got the courses mixed up so the children got their main courses while the adults were...

Rebecca

Call of the Wild Lodge

Hoedspruit

10/10 Excellent

Nick

An infinity pool with a view of the landscape, surrounded by wooden deck seating and a fire pit.

Mbizi Bush Lodge

Phalaborwa

10/10 Excellent

WOW! What a fantastic experience. This is a small slice of Paradise in the African bush near Kruger National Park. The setting is absolutely perfect and there are only 4 chalets so it is exceptionally exclusive and very special. Mette & Michael were fantastic hosts, always available if you needed, always happy to take you out on a Game drive (we saw a huge amount of wild life VERY up close and personal - there was an elephant drinking from the swimming pool one day!! - and one evening we were...

Anonymous traveller

A modern outdoor pool area with lounge chairs, a hot tub, and a wooden deck.

Nyaleti Lodge

Hoedspruit

10/10 Excellent

Only stayed one night coming back from our stay in Kruger but as soon as we got there we realised we should have booked for two. There are loads of things to do in the area that we were interested in and on site there were walks we could have taken surrounded by nature. The location is beautiful and even just outside the bedroom you see deer and a warthog or two. Marlon was a great host and very knowledgeable and the room was luxurious as was the bathroom that also had a choice of inside and...

Samantha

Nyati Safari Lodge

Hoedspruit

10/10 Excellent

My wife and I had a fabulous time spent at Nyati. Arranged collection from Hoedspruit airport and on arrival at the lodge a lovely welcome and drink then shown to our luxury tent. A stunning view from the balcony of our tent overlooking the river and able to see hippos and crocodile. Game drives were excellent and rangers all very friendly and knowledgeable. The food is amazing and thoroughly enjoyed breakfast , lunch and dinner and the wines served were also very good with the evening meal....

Alan

MILIMA Big 5 Safari Lodge

Hoedspruit

10/10 Excellent

This was an absolutely stellar experience! The staff at the lodge were truly wonderful, thoughtful and always ready to help. And the pool was fantastic, situated right next to the watering hole where you could relax and watch wildlife. The food was exceptional, and each meal came with a thoughtful wine pairing. With two game drives a day. Our guide Prem had eagle eyes. The exta bonus evening drive was a nice touch. The entire experience was simply unforgettable. Can’t recommend it highly...

Ian Lww

A wooden deck with a pool, a thatched-roof pavilion, and lush greenery.

Khaya Ndlovu Safari Manor

Hoedspruit

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle

Oase by 7 Star Lodges - Greater Kruger Private 530ha Reserve

Hoedspruit

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Radisson Safari Hotel Hoedspruit, A Verified Net Zero Hotel

Hoedspruit

10/10 Excellent

Noirin

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Makalali Game Reserve like for a resort holiday?

You deserve a holiday, and a resort is just the place to indulge in all the services and amenities you need for a relaxing trip to Makalali Game Reserve. One of the comfortable resort hotels in the area could be just what you're searching for, whether you're hoping for a luxurious suite, blissful spa treatments or fun activities to try.

What can I do in Makalali Game Reserve?

Blyde Olifants Conservancy, Jessica the Hippo and Boabab Tree at Leydsdorp are a few interesting places to visit nearby. Additional attractions in the area include Lissataba Nature Reserve and Balule Private Nature Reserve.

What's the best way to get to and around Makalali Game Reserve?

Fly into Hoedspruit (HDS), which is located 30 mi (48.4 km) away from the heart of the city. Otherwise, you can search for flights to Phalaborwa (PHW-Hendrik Van Eck), which is 34 mi (54.8 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, consider renting a car to explore more sights.

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Recommended hotels in Makalali Game Reserve

1. Toro River by Newmark

2. Clive's Camp

3. Xidulu Safari Lodge

4. Kilima Private Game Reserve and Spa

5. Blue Cottages

6. Bushveld Bivouac Private Camp

7. Thandolwami Bush Lodge & Spa

8. Karongwe - River Safari Lodge

9. Karongwe - Chisomo Safari Camp

10. Cape Vulture Lodge

11. MILIMA Big 5 Safari Lodge

12. Hlakula Lake Resort

13. The Wild Blue Lodge SAFARI & SPA

14. Nyati Safari Lodge

15. Bushriver Lodge

16. Radisson Safari Hotel Hoedspruit, A Verified Net Zero Hotel

17. Call of the Wild Lodge

18. Karongwe - Kuname Safari Lodge

19. Karongwe - Becks Safari Lodge

20. Oase by 7 Star Lodges - Greater Kruger Private 530ha Reserve

Top reviews in Makalali Game Reserve

Karongwe - River Safari Lodge

10/10 Excellent

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Makalali Game Reserve like for a resort holiday?

What can I do in Makalali Game Reserve?

What's the best way to get to and around Makalali Game Reserve?