Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve

All-inclusive hotel with 4 outdoor pools and free breakfast

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September 2025

October 2025

4 outdoor pools, open 7 AM to 5 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve, surrounded by provincial park beauty, offers an all-inclusive wilderness experience. Guests start with a continental breakfast before game viewing, then relax in the garden or cool off in one of four outdoor pools.

Exceptional

Popular amenities

All-inclusive
Breakfast included
Bar
24/7 front desk
Housekeeping
Pool

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

Room options

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Tonight

Sept 21 - Sept 22

Tomorrow

Sept 22 - Sept 23

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 2 of 2 rooms

Main Lodge Superior Room

Highlights

Deck/patio

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Premium bedding

Blackout curtains

38 sq m
Sleeps 2
2 Large Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

River Lodge Thatched Suites

Highlights

Deck/patio

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Pillow-top bed

51 sq m
Sleeps 2
2 Large Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

About the area

Located in Hoedspruit, Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve is in a provincial park. While the natural beauty of Lourene Game Farm and Blyde Olifants Conservancy can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Drakensig Golf Course.

Visit our Hoedspruit travel guide

Limpopo, Hoedspruit, Limpopo, 6191

Getting around

Hoedspruit (HDS) - 174 min drive

About this property

Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve

All-inclusive family-friendly hotel in a provincial park

Free continental breakfast, game and wildlife viewing and a free manager's reception are just a few of the amenities provided at Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve. The on-site restaurant, Makalali Dining Hall, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities, such as a terrace and a garden.

You'll also enjoy perks such as:

Swimming pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
Free self-parking
A safari, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and 4 outdoor pools
Babysitting (surcharge), a porter/bellboy and a 24-hour front desk

Room features

All rooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free Internet and safes.

Extra amenities include:

Heating and ceiling fans
Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
Bathrooms with separate baths/showers and free toiletries
Decks/patios, wardrobes/cupboards and childcare services

All-inclusive details

This hotel is all-inclusive. On-site food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Food and beverages

All buffet meals and snacks included

In-room minibar (all beverages included)

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free wired internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

Return airport shuttle (surcharge) on request
Free covered self parking on site
Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site

Food and drink

Free continental breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Free manager's reception (select days)

Restaurants on site

Makalali Dining Hall

Things to do

4 outdoor pools
Ecotours
Game drive
Game viewing
Library
Safari

Family friendly

4 outdoor pools
In-room babysitting
Laundry facilities

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Gift shop/newsstand
Guidebooks
Laundry facilities

Guest services

Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Turndown service

Business services

Conference centre

Outdoors

Garden
In a provincial park
Outdoor furniture
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace

Accessibility

No lift

2 floors
Communal living room
Designated smoking areas
Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

Blackout drapes
Pillowtop mattress
Premium bedding

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Food and drink

Electric kettle
Restaurant dining guides
Tea bags/instant coffee

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Phone
Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 4:30 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

Destination fee: ZAR315 per person, per night. This fee does not apply to children under 6 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Pool access available from 7 AM to 5 PM

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Makalali Game

Makalali Private Game Reserve Hoedspruit

Makalali Private Game Reserve Lodge Hoedspruit

Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve Hotel

Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve Hoedspruit

Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve All Inclusive

Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve Hotel Hoedspruit

Frequently asked questions

Does Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve have a pool?

Yes, this property has 4 outdoor pools. Pool access is from 7 AM to 5 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve?

As of 21 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve on 23 Sept 2025 start from NZ$590.38, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 4:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Does Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve?

Yes, the property is all-inclusive.

Where is Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve located?

Located in a provincial park, this family-friendly hotel is 25 mi (40.3 km) from Boabab Tree at Leydsdorp.

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Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve

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Food and beverages

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Food and drink

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Things to do

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Conveniences

Guest services

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