aha Makalali Private Game Lodge

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aha Makalali Private Game Reserve is located west of the Kruger National Park to offer guests an ethnic-style retreat within 26 000 hectares of the bushveld in the North-eastern Lowveld. You can look forward to spotting the Big 5 (buffalo, elephant, lion, leopard, rhino), as well as the cheetah, wild dog, giraffe, zebra, and kudu. It can be arranged for flights to land at Hoedspruit Airport, from where transfers to the Lodge are available. Discover the natural beauty of the bush with either a morning or afternoon ride for up to 10 guests per balloon. Exciting golf excursions can be arranged to the Hans Merensky Golf Course, situated next to the Kruger National Park. The cheetah breeding facility specializes in the captive breeding of cheetahs and other animals. Essential research is also being conducted on other endangered species. Makalali’s range of dishes features a combination of regional African cuisine to represent the ‘melting pot’ of cooking styles left behind by centuries of exploration on this great continent. From dinner in the bushveld to the legendary ‘boma dinner’ under the stars, our talented chefs provide an array of dining experiences. While the dining is relaxed, our friendly waiting staff are called Muchindas, meaning “a servant to the king”, and guests may expect to be treated accordingly! If you are looking for an intimate setting to have a romantic meal, in particular, the private ‘sala’ dinner option is ideal. Other options include the indoor-outdoor area where you can tuck into a plated dinner or enjoy family-style dining alongside other guests. You are welcome to arrange with your Camp Manager or Chef for children’s meals that are prepared using fresh, healthy ingredients. The menu has a choice of all their favorite foods such as fish and chips, spaghetti bolognese, hamburgers, roast chicken with rice, and pizza. Makalali is home to over one thousand wild animals including four of Africa's "Big Five". Makalali has four separate camps situated on the banks of the Makhutswi River on 22 000 hectares of Lowveld Acacia and open savannah grassland. RIVER LODGE THATCHED SUITES: All the camps at this 5-star lodge are private yet within easy access of one another. Each Thatched Suite has a raised timber viewing deck (sala) to offer spectacular views over the Makhutswi River from which to observe the birdlife and game. You can also enjoy the convenience of the following features: a plunge pool, boma, fireplace, an enclosed dining and lounge area, an en-suite bathroom with an indoor- and outdoor shower and a bath. MAIN LODGE SUPERIOR ROOMS: This newly built 4-star lodge boasts 30 comfortable Superior Rooms to choose from, each with their own en-suite bathroom with an indoor- and outdoor shower. MAIN LODGE INTER-LEADING SUPERIOR ROOMS: This newly built 4-star lodge boasts 30 comfortable Superior Rooms to choose from, each with their own en-suite bathroom with an indoor- and outdoor shower. RIVER LODGE FAMILY SUITE: All the camps at this 5-star lodge are private yet within easy access of one another. The Family Suite has a raised timber viewing deck (sala) to offer spectacular views over the Makhutswi River from which to observe the birdlife and game. You can also enjoy the convenience of the following features: a plunge pool, boma, fireplace, an enclosed dining and lounge area, an en-suite bathroom with an indoor- and outdoor shower and a bath.