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Makuwa Safari Lodge

Mbabat

With garden views, Makuwa Safari Lodge is set in Mbabat and has a restaurant, a tour desk, bar, garden, year-round outdoor pool and terrace.

M
Marcel
From
South Africa
We celebrated our second wedding anniversary at Makuwa Safari Lodge, and it was an unforgettable experience from start to finish. Breakfast was an absolute delight — each morning felt like something out of a dream. Simone prepared the most flavourful, beautifully plated meals with so much love and creativity. From the fresh fruit to the hearty warm dishes, everything was thoughtfully crafted and delicious. It was honestly one of the best lodge breakfasts and dinners we've ever had! The location is simply breathtaking. Nestled in a peaceful, private setting surrounded by nature, the lodge offered the perfect escape from the everyday rush. It’s serene, safe, and filled with those little quiet moments that let you truly relax, reconnect, and breathe. A heartfelt thank you to Simone and Morne for their warm hospitality and attention to detail. As a special surprise for our anniversary, they gifted us a complimentary bottle of sparkling wine, which made the celebration feel even more meaningful. The staff also went above and beyond to make our room feel romantic and welcoming, from chocolates on our pillows to petals on the bed shaped into a heart. Every little touch made us feel celebrated and cared for. We left with full hearts, happy memories, and a deep sense of gratitude. Makuwa Safari Lodge will always hold a special place in our story — we can’t wait to return!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 174 reviews
Price from
ISK 27,016
1 night, 2 adults

Timbavati Safari Lodge

Mbabat

Located in Mbabat, Timbavati Safari Lodge offers accommodation in thatched chalets with colourful traditional African design like the huts of the Ndebele Tribe.

M
Marius
From
South Africa
Breakfast was good, as was the coffee. Reasonably priced lodge amongst a sea of ridiculously exorbitantly priced game lodges.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 108 reviews
Price from
ISK 19,179
1 night, 2 adults

Lion Tree Top Lodge

Guernsey Nature Reserve (Near Mbabat)

Set in Guernsey Nature Reserve, Lion Tree Top Lodge offers accommodation with a year-round outdoor pool, free WiFi, a garden and a shared lounge. The accommodation has a hot tub.

M
Marleen
From
Netherlands
The owners and the staff were so kind! We arrived as guests and left as friends. Having diner together with a campfire underneath the stars. There are a lot of options to do tours (safari or Panorama route) and the staff will take care of everything in an excellent way. At night we could hear the lions roar.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 174 reviews
Price from
ISK 32,190
1 night, 2 adults

Phelwana Game Lodge

Hoedspruit (Near Mbabat)

Phelwana Game Lodge is located in the Hoedspruit area and 47 km away from Kruger Park's Orpen Gate. The lodge offers luxury tents and well-appointed chalets with private pool.

P
Pravashnee
From
South Africa
Thank you to Gale, Jo-Anne and Katie who went above and beyond to make our stay and my daughter's 9th birthday amazing. Special thanks to the Chef, the rainbow birthday cake was delicious. Thank you to Sly for a lovely game drive. This place is a gem and true value for money!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 213 reviews
Price from
ISK 47,638
1 night, 2 adults

African Sky Bush Camp

Rabalias Gate (Near Mbabat)

With garden views, African Sky Bush Camp is situated in Rabalias Gate and has a restaurant, room service, bar, garden and year-round outdoor pool.

R
Robert
From
Netherlands
A beautiful, authentic bush camp in a glorious setting surrounded by bushland and wildlife. Barry, Wendy and their 2 young children were wonderful hosts. We had a delicious BBQ in the evening served under the stars around a camp fire. The beds and ensuite bathrooms were fine. After an extensive full English breakfast we said our good byes in washed car, what a service! Thank you Barry and Wendy for an unforgettable stay!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 91 reviews
Price from
ISK 15,054
1 night, 2 adults

Kusudalweni Safari Lodge and Spa

Guernsey Nature Reserve (Near Mbabat)

Located in Hoedspruit in the Limpopo Region, 1.2 km from Phelwana Game Farm, Kusudalweni Safari Lodge and Spa features an outdoor pool and hot tub. Free private parking is available on site.

S
Sofia
From
United Arab Emirates
They really spoilt us and we loved their warm smiles. Thank you so much for all (and for accommodating my gluten free dietry needs :))
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews
Price from
ISK 79,259
1 night, 2 adults

Sunbirds Oasis Lodge

Hoedspruit (Near Mbabat)

With garden views, Sunbirds Oasis Lodge is set in Hoedspruit and has a restaurant, a shared kitchen, bar, garden, year-round outdoor pool and terrace.

T
Tim
From
Germany
Super friendly staff, modern and clean rooms, great good - would definitely recommend and come again
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 383 reviews
Price from
ISK 20,262
1 night, 2 adults

Pezulu Tree House Lodge

Hoedspruit (Near Mbabat)

Located within a 50-minute drive of Kruger National Park, Pezulu Tree House Lodge is situated in Hoedspruit. It offers a restaurant, room service, bar, garden, year-round outdoor pool and sun terrace....

M
Mathias
From
Switzerland
We had a truly wonderful stay! From the moment we arrived, the service at the reception was excellent — warm, welcoming, and very professional. We highly recommend this place to anyone looking for an exceptional experience surrounded by beautiful wildlife and nature. The entire staff was incredibly attentive and made sure everything was perfect throughout our stay. Everything was excellent — thank you so much to the whole team!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 429 reviews
Price from
ISK 33,890
1 night, 2 adults

Thornhill Safari Lodge

Guernsey Nature Reserve (Near Mbabat)

Located 44 km from Orpen Gate, Thornhill Safari Lodge offers an outdoor swimming pool, a garden and air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi.

A
Anonymous
From
South Africa
Food was good, Staff were very helpful and friendly, Rooms were comfortable and spacious. Wildlife setting and views were beautiful. Everything was well maintained. Bar was well stocked and fairly priced. The arranged Game Drive was very good and we managed to see three of the big five.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 254 reviews
Price from
ISK 23,692
1 night, 2 adults

Little Africa Safari Lodge

Hoedspruit (Near Mbabat)

Set 20 km from Drakensig Golf Club, Little Africa Safari Lodge offers an outdoor swimming pool, a garden and air-conditioned accommodation with a patio and free WiFi.

S
Susan
From
Australia
Everything about Little Safari Lodge was perfect. We were looking for a chilled experience and were so happy with our stay. The game rides were exceptional. Robert and Mateo went above and beyond to ensure we had a very personal up close experience. They were just exceptional. The lodge was fantastic. The food was absolutely restaurant quality in taste and presentation. We had to cancel lunch one day as we were so full from breakfast. We saw all the big five and so many more animals in their natural habitat. Just stunning. We will be returning. Thanks for the best stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 124 reviews
Price from
ISK 80,205
1 night, 2 adults
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Looking for a lodge?

Ideal for nature-lovers looking for a self-sufficient getaway, lodges are fully furnished and self-catered. Usually made of wood and surrounded by forests or mountains, lodges can be part of a group or a single unit. More remote than holiday homes, lodges are popular for safari trips.

Lodges that guests love in Mbabat

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  • Avg. price/night: ISK 27,016
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 174 reviews
    Makuwa Lodge is a wonderful place. Dinner and breakfast and the service were excellent.
    Guest review by
    Christof
    Family with young children
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 142 reviews
    If you want a simple yet comfortable and authentic South African bush experience this lodge is for you! Great ambiance, adorable staff, super comfy rooms with a beautiful swimming pool, good food (accommodates vegetarians) . Just outside of Orpen Gate! Seriously a great surprise! We did enjoy it a lot!
    Guest review by
    Geneviève
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: ISK 27,016
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 174 reviews
    Breakfast was wonderful, tasty and carefully prepared by Simone. She is a great chef and puts effort into the preparation and presentation of the meals. The lodge is conveniently located between Blyde River and the Orpen gate. The management couple, Morne and Simone, is very friendly and top class hosts. Simone packed an amazing breakfast on our departure morning (5am).
    Guest review by
    Lorraine
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: ISK 27,016
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 174 reviews
    This stay was incredible, Simone and Morne made my trip to Kruger so easy and enjoyable, from the packed lunches to the homemade dinners and chats I couldn’t recommend this lodge more. They really make it special, I booked this last minute not really knowing what to expect but I’m so so glad I did! Went as a solo traveller and it was perfect!
    Guest review by
    Darragh
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: ISK 27,016
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 174 reviews
    On the way to Makuwa safari lodge welcomed by a leopard couple we found a true chef in Simone and two decades of safari knowledge in Morne in an amazing place. Lions roaring at the campfire in the evening, delicious dinner and breakfast plus the service of Prince as a personal guide in Kruger.
    Guest review by
    Suzanne
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: ISK 27,016
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 174 reviews
    Very clean with lot of free land around the lodge. Highly dedicated couple looking after the lodge. Excellent meals (vegetarian). Knowledgeable guides Morne and Shane provided lots of information about animals on safari tour. Simone and Morne very accommodating and helpful.
    Guest review by
    Rajesh Kumar
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: ISK 27,016
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 174 reviews
    The hosts Simone & Morne are amazing. They are welcoming and very caring. They gave us great recommendations, organized different safaris and were always there to help. The food at the lodge was prepared with love and it was delicious, from breakfast to dinner! We can also recommend the bush walk they are offering - Morne has great knowledge of the area, animals, and plants. It was lots of fun to explore the bush with him! Thank you for the unforgettable experience!
    Guest review by
    Ann-Sophie
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: ISK 27,016
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 174 reviews
    What a great place run by lovely people. Simone and Morne are amazing hosts who made us very welcome. The lodge location is beautiful with impal greeting us as we arrived. The food and service were fantastic. Morne gave us great advice for our self drive safari in the Kruger and Simone made a fantastic dinner. We really enjoyed sitting round the fire taking to them.
    Guest review by
    David
    Family with young children