Connect With Nature

Our destination is ideal for every kind of traveller! Our surrounds offer a wealth of options to explore with the option to cosy up and relax or picnic with your loves on our lush gardens dotted with acacia, marula and fig trees. You might get riddled by the heat on busy or laid-back days so take a dip in our sparkling pool furnished with gleaming lanterns and comfortable sun-loungers.

Wanderers feel right at home with us because we’re equipped to help you explore further afield; with excursions into the Kruger National Park, visits to the Blyde River Canyon and cultural, wildlife and adventure activities found on the Panorama Route. You’ll leave awestruck with a wealth of tales to share about this corner of the earth and the warmth of the people encountered on your escapades.

Adventure Awaits

Makuwa Safari Lodge is perfectly positioned for exploring the central area of Kruger National Park and surrounding attractions:

Kruger National Park Safari
Head out on a big-5 game viewing experience in the world-famous Kruger National Park on an open safari vehicle with a qualified Safari Guide.
Full and Half Day Excursions Available
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Sunrise or Sunset Safari
Complete your Kruger experience by going on a sunrise or sunset safari in an open safari vehicle on a neighbouring big-5 reserve.
3-4 hours
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Guided Bushwalks on Makuwa
Slow down the pace and discover the smaller things on a guided bushwalk with a qualified trails guide. Bushwalks are available on our property as well as on a big 5 neighbouring Reserve.
1 – 4 Hour Trails Available
Great for birdwatchers
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Guided Bushwalks on Neighbouring Big 5 property
Experience the thrill of chancing upon the famed Big 5 under the expertise of the highly trained, armed, field guide. This activity is a just a short drive from Makuwa Safari Lodge. Not for children under the age of 12 and limited to 6 people per group per guide.
1 – 4 Hour Trails Available
Chance to encounter the Big 5
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Panorama Tour
Witness the beauty of Blyde Canyon Nature Reserve. A qualified guide will take you to sights such as God’s Window, Three Rondawels and Bourke’s Luck Potholes on your full day adventure.
Full Day
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Blyde Canyon Nature Reserve Hiking
Explore the less visited areas of the Blyde Canyon Nature Reserve on foot with a walking guide. Wander through indigenous forests and take in the magnificent views that surround you. Various full day trails available.
Full Day
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Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre
Go on an informative tour at one of two leading wildlife rehabilitation centres in the area and learn about the incredible role they play in the conservation of our precious wildlife.
3 hours including transfers
Great for Families
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Canyon Boat Cruise
Take a scenic cruise on the Blydepoort Dam and experience breath-taking views of the Blyderiver Canyon, Three Rondawels, Kadishi Waterfall and Mariepskop above.
3 hours including transfers
Great for Families
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Local Village Experience
Immerse yourself on a walking tour of the local village or spend a morning volunteering at Nourish Community Project.
Various options available
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Adventure Awaits

Makuwa Safari Lodge is perfectly positioned for exploring the central area of Kruger National Park and surrounding attractions:

Kruger National Park Safari
Head out on a big-5 game viewing experience in the world-famous Kruger National Park on an open safari vehicle with a qualified Safari Guide.
Sunrise or Sunset Safari
Complete your Kruger experience by going on a sunrise or sunset safari in an open safari vehicle on a neighbouring big-5 reserve.
Full and Half Day Excursions Available
3-4 hours
ENQUIRE NOW
ENQUIRE NOW
Guided Bushwalks on Makuwa
Slow down the pace and discover the smaller things on a guided bushwalk with a qualified trails guide. Bushwalks are available on our property as well as on a big 5 neighbouring Reserve.
Guided Bushwalks on Neighbouring Big 5 property
Experience the thrill of chancing upon the famed Big 5 under the expertise of the highly trained, armed, field guide. This activity is a just a short drive from Makuwa Safari Lodge. Not for children under the age of 12 and limited to 6 people per group per guide.
1 – 4 Hour Trails Available
1 – 4 Hour Trails Available
Great for birdwatchers
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Chance to encounter the Big 5
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Panorama Tour
Witness the beauty of Blyde Canyon Nature Reserve. A qualified guide will take you to sights such as God’s Window, Three Rondawels and Bourke’s Luck Potholes on your full day adventure.
Blyde Canyon Nature Reserve Hiking
Explore the less visited areas of the Blyde Canyon Nature Reserve on foot with a walking guide. Wander through indigenous forests and take in the magnificent views that surround you. Various full day trails available.
Full Day
Full Day
ENQUIRE NOW
ENQUIRE NOW
Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre
Go on an informative tour at one of two leading wildlife rehabilitation centres in the area and learn about the incredible role they play in the conservation of our precious wildlife.
Canyon Boat Cruise
Take a scenic cruise on the Blydepoort Dam and experience breath-taking views of the Blyderiver Canyon, Three Rondawels, Kadishi Waterfall and Mariepskop above.
3 hours including transfers
3 hours including transfers
Great for Families
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Great for Families
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Local Village Experience
Immerse yourself on a walking tour of the local village or spend a morning volunteering at Nourish Community Project.
Various options available
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IMPORTANT NOTE:

Children under 6 are not permitted on open safari vehicles in the Kruger National Park. Closed vehicles can be arranged on request. For your safety, children under 12 are not allowed on bushwalks.

3 Night Stay Itinerary

IMPORTANT: This is a suggested itinerary and activities are not included in the rates.

First Day

Arrive in the afternoon. Enjoy a dip in our sparkling pool and a sundowner around the campfire before dinner.

Second Day

Head out on a full-day Big 5 game-viewing excursion in the Kruger National Park, starting at the break of dawn. The lodge can pack a picnic lunch(R90 per person) for you to enjoy in the park. Return in the late afternoon – with time to freshen up before dinner.

Third Day

Start your day at sunrise with an early morning game drive into the Kruger National Park or one of the surrounding big-5 private game reserves. Return to the lodge for lunch or arrange a picnic lunch(R90 per person) from the lodge. Stretch your legs on an informative bushwalk on the property, or take the afternoon to freely relax and just enjoy the lodge.

Fourth Day

Enjoy a scrumptious breakfast before check out at 10H00.
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