aha Makalali Private Game Lodge
aha Makalali Private Game Lodge
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Located within Makalali Private Game Reserve west of Kruger Park, aha Makalali Private Game Lodge offers accommodations in 2 lodges. This Big Five game reserve spreads over 26000 hectares. Guests have the option to stay at the River Lodge which consists of of private camps with plunge pools. Each suite at the camps has a timber viewing deck with vies over the Makhutswi River. Makalali's Main Lodge offers superior rooms with private bathrooms, indoor and outdoor shower. Meals are served on your private deck or in the dining lounge. Guests can also use this area to relax by the fireplace. Activities offered in the area include game drives, hot air balloon rides and visits to a cheetah breeding project. Flights can be arranged into Hoedspruit Airport and from here transfers can be organized. Gates to Makalali Private Game Reserve Close at 18:00
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- 2 swimming pools
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Free Wifi
- Airport shuttle
- Family rooms
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
Karen
Canada“Game drive guides were excellent. Wildlife sightings were great!”- João
Brazil“Words cannot describe this experience. All staff were very attentive and welcoming, happy! The room has a great view to the savanna, and sometimes you can even see some elephants taking a bath on the small puddle. Everything was perfect!” 
Gustavo Brazil“Safari and facilities Excessive bumpy road up to the hotel venue”- Jacque
United Arab Emirates“We loved everything, the property was brilliant and we saw loads of wild like (Buffalo, Giraffe, elephants and different antelope. The property and staff are of exceptional quality and they go out of their way to make the stay special.” - MMark
South Africa“Everything! This place is a great experience , the people take good care of you and make it a real pleasure to stay there. Didn't want to leave.... Shadwick and Emanuele are really good people, and they know everything about Krueger. I can't stop...” 
Diego
Costa Rica“This is the best place I’ve ever been. There is too much good things to say, first book your vacation right away. 1) The staff was amazing, they were always there for us. 2) the chalets are amazing, perfect combination of commodity with...”- Jenusha Canada“Game drives were great, food was good, staff were friendly.”
Elena
United States“we absolutely loved our stay at Makalali. The room (private lodge) was very spacious, comfortable, and fancy yet in tune with nature. It was beyond my expectation. The game drives were a lot of fun, and Andrew was very kind and knowledgeable. The...”
Tyler United States“Everything! Great value, great food, great staff, amazing rooms, safari guides were outstanding.”- Katyna South Africa“Affordable, well located. We got to see a lot of wildlife close to our room, which was amazing”
Area info
Restaurants1 Restaurant On Site
- Makalali Dining Hall
- CuisineAfrican • International
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Modern
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
Amenities of aha Makalali Private Game LodgeGreat facilities! Review score, 9.1
Most popular amenities
- 2 swimming pools
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Free Wifi
- Airport shuttle
- Family rooms
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
- Bathtub or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Bathtub
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
- Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
View
- View
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- Patio
- Balcony
- Terrace
Kitchen
- Refrigerator
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
Activities
- Game drivesAdditional charge
Living Area
- Sitting area
- Desk
Food & Drink
- Fruit
- Wine/ChampagneAdditional charge
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Kids' mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Bar
- Tea/Coffee maker
InternetWifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
ParkingFree private parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
- Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
- Invoice provided
- 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
- Babysitting/Child servicesAdditional charge
Cleaning Services
- Daily housekeeping
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
Business Facilities
- Meeting/Banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
- Key card access
- 24-hour security
- Safe
General
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Wake-up service
- Tile/Marble floor
- Heating
- Packed lunches
- Fan
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Entire unit located on ground floor
2 swimming pools
Pool 1 – outdoorFree!
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Pool with view
- Shallow end
- Pool/Beach towels
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Beach umbrellas
Pool 2 – outdoorFree!
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Pool with view
- Pool/Beach towels
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Beach umbrellas
Spa
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- MassageAdditional charge
Languages Spoken
- Afrikaans
- English
House rulesaha Makalali Private Game Lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.
The fine printMust-know information for guests at this property
Please note that Makalali is located in a malaria area and that precautions are essential. Long sleeved shirts and trousers for game drives and the evening hours are recommend.
Please note that children under 6 years of age are not permitted on game drives.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform aha Makalali Private Game Lodge of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
