aha Makalali River Lodge — ABOUT aha MAKALALI RIVER LODGE
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aha Makalali River Lodge

⌖ Hoedspruit, Limpopo

Situated in the Makalali Big 5 Game Reserve enjoy this magnificent bush experience.

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aha Makalali River Lodge — ABOUT aha MAKALALI RIVER LODGE

ABOUT aha MAKALALI RIVER LODGE

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5 STAR LODGE MAKALALI RIVER LODGE BOMA DINING BIG 5 GAME RESERVE Gallery Specials Rooms Dining Activities Contact Reservations ABOUT aha MAKALALI RIVER LODGE 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 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. IMPORTANT NOTICE Makalali River Lodge and Makali Main Lodge will be temporarily closed until further notice . Thank you for your understanding. QUICK FACTS Game drives Family-friendly rooms Swimming pool aha MAKALALI RIVER LODGE REVIEWS SEARCH FOR RATES, SPECIALS & AVAILABILITY aha MAKALALI RIVER LODGE SPECIALS RETIREMENT DISCOUNTS RESERVATIONS aha MAKALALI RIVER LODGE ROOMS 3 Camps with 18 Luxury Thatched Suites. 6 Suites per camp. RIVER LODGE THATCHED SUITES RIVER LODGE THATCHED FAMILY SUITES RIVER LODGE THATCHED SUITES RIVER LODGE THATCHED SUITES All the camps at this 5-star lodge are private yet within easy access of one another. 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. ROOM FEATURES: Air Conditioning Covered Patio Wood-burning Fire Place Fully Stocked Mini bar fridge Bathtub With a View Outside Shower En-suite Bathroom Tea and Coffee Station RIVER LODGE THATCHED FAMILY SUITES RIVER LODGE THATCHED FAMILY SUITES All the camps at this 5-star lodge are private yet within easy access of one another. 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. The family suites sleep a family of four, comfortably with a Double bed and Twin (two single) beds for 2 kids under 12. ROOM FEATURES: Air Conditioning Covered Patio Wood-burning Fire Place Fully Stocked Mini bar fridge Bathtub With a View Outside Shower En-suite Bathroom Tea and Coffee Station aha MAKALALI RIVER LODGE DINING CUISINE FUNCTIONS & EVENTS CUISINE CULINARY ADVENTURE Each of the Camps at River Lodge has their own Boma, ideal for a more intimate dining experience or small groups. 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! 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 favourite foods such as fish and chips, spaghetti bolognese, hamburgers, roast chicken with rice, and pizza. FUNCTIONS & EVENTS BANQUETING FUNCTIONS & EVENTS Did you know Makalali is renowned for its cuisine and has been nominated one of South Africa’s top eating establishments? Choose to dine at our entertainment centre, the legendary ‘boma’, or under a starlit African sky in the bush. Our talented chefs are able to provide an array of dining experiences on any occasion and customise a menu to your specific requirements. aha MAKALALI RIVER LODGE ACTIVITIES GOLFING EXCURSIONS Exciting golf excursions can be arranged in Phalaborwa. Please ask your camp manager to book on your behalf or bookings must be made direct with own transfer. CHEETAH BREEDING The cheetah breeding facility specializes in the captive breeding of cheetahs and other animals within Hoedspruit. Essential research is also being conducted on other endangered species. Guests must arrange their own transfers, Makalali reservations will assist with details. HOT AIR BALLOON RIDES Discover the natural beauty of the bush with either a morning or afternoon ride for up to 10 guests per balloon. Please note these rides coincide with our game drives and takes place in Hoedspruit. Makalali will provide information but bookings and transfers must be made directly with the service provider. CONFERENCING Conferencing enquiries and bookings to be made through Makalali reservations. GIN STOP This service is available for a group of 10 or more people depending on the weather, at an additional charge. Bookings and other enquiries to be made with Makalali reservations. LAZER SHOOTING aha MAKALALI RIVER LODGE CONTACT aha MAKALALI RIVER LODGE DETAILS Location: D202, Greater Makalali Private Game Reserve, Hoedspruit, Limpopo, 1380, South Africa Tel: +27-(0)-15-793-9300 Emergency Contact: +27-(0)-72-404-1771 DOWNLOAD DIRECTIONS TO MAKALALI CONTACT aha HEAD OFFICE aha CENTRAL RESERVATIONS Name * First Last Email * Phone * I would like to contact * Reservations Property directly Message * DOWNLOAD FACT SHEET

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