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Makweti Safari Lodge

5.0 star property
Travelers spot wildlife on thrilling safari excursions before returning to a peaceful mountain lodge where panoramic views await from every angle

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Makweti Safari Lodge sits high in the mountains, offering a refined escape from everyday life. Guests cool off at the pool area with comfortable loungers and shade umbrellas, start their day with a complete breakfast, or watch wildlife directly from their balcony.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning

Room options

View all photos for Luxury Suite, Pool View, Mountainside

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Luxury Suite, Pool View, Mountainside

  • Mountain view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Luxury Suite, Park View, Mountainside

  • Mountain view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Located in Vaalwater, Makweti Safari Lodge is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Marakele National Park and Kololo Game Reserve. Lebolobolo Game Farm is another place to visit that comes recommended. Visit our Vaalwater travel guide
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Welgevonden Game Reserve, Vaalwater, Limpopo

What's nearby

  • Marakele National Park in South Africa is about 250 km away from Johannesburg, making it a perfect #WeekendGetaway from the big city. It is situated in the Waterberg district, on the border between the dry south and the tropical northern part of the country. The views are just stunning and the wildlife and birdlife beautiful to see. The campsite is located by a waterhole attracting a variety of animals.
    Waterberg Biosphere Reserve
    1 min walk - 0.0 km

About this property

Makweti Safari Lodge

Luxury lodge in the mountains
Take advantage of free full breakfast, game and wildlife viewing and a terrace at Makweti Safari Lodge. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with a garden and a library.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • A free local area shuttle, a safari and a front desk safe
  • Concierge services, multilingual staff and outdoor furniture
Room features
All guest rooms are individually decorated, and have comforts, such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and fans
  • Pillowtop mattresses and down duvets
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/cupboards and separate sitting areas

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Ecotours
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Safari

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 1994
  • Colonial architecture
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Free minibar (limited items)
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 6 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
As of December 1, 2025, flights to the Welgevonden Air Strip, operated by Unique Air, will be available from the domestic terminal at O.R.Tambo International Airport (JNB) on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. The air strip is located at the main access gate to the reserve, approximately 45 minutes away from the camp. Transfers by open safari vehicle from the airstrip to the camp are provided. Guests must contact the property in advance to arrange their flights to the airstrip; the fee is ZAR 8470 per person each way (fee is valid December 1, 2025-December 31, 2026).
This property is located in Welgevonden Game Reserve. Private vehicles are not permitted within Welgevonden Game Reserve. Guests driving to the property will be transferred from the main gate to their accommodation. Guests should confirm their arrival time with the property in advance to arrange their transfers from the main gate.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 12 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Destination fee: ZAR330 per person, per night. This fee does not apply to children under 1 year 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 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
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
Children 12 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Property is also known as

Makweti Safari Lodge Vaalwater
Makweti Safari Lodge
Makweti Safari Vaalwater
Makweti Safari Lodge Lodge
Makweti Safari Lodge Vaalwater
Makweti Safari Lodge Lodge Vaalwater

Frequently asked questions

Does Makweti Safari Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Makweti Safari Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Makweti Safari Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Makweti Safari Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Makweti Safari Lodge?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Does Makweti Safari Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Makweti Safari Lodge located?

Situated in a national park, this luxury lodge is 9 mi (14.5 km) from Marakele National Park, and within 25 mi (40 km) of Kololo Game Reserve and Lebolobolo Game Farm.

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Reviews

Makweti Safari Lodge Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Service was excellent and caring. Bush guide was extremely knowledgeable. Food was fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Anniversary weekend

My husband and I booked Makweti for our 15 year anniversary. I advised in advance, and we got a lovely bed turn-down. Accommodation was great, the staff were very focussed on us having a great time, and the game drives were incredible. We suppose the one thing that we would have loved is to experience a boma meal around a fire to fully complete the wonderful bush experience. All meals were restaurant meals prepared by chefs which were delicious and mostly 3 courses. All in all a great 2 days.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CHERIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A very special place - truly amazing experience

If you're looking for the most luxurious and intimate safari experience in Welgevonden, then look no further than Makweti. The lodge itself is simply beautiful and the rooms are lavish, spacious and private. It provides the perfect setting to relax, unwind and enjoy nature at its best. The most important consideration for us was the game drives and wow, we weren't disappointed. Our guide, Neil has called Welgevonden home for years and he clearly knows every inch of the Reserve. What’s more, his knowledge and appreciation of the eco system, animals and bird-life is beyond exceptional. Thanks to Neil, in the space of three days we saw all the animals including the rhinos, a cheetah and her cubs, and the lions which had just caught their breakfast. It was such an amazing experience we’ll never forget.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Constante

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful trip

Excelent lodge with a really nice staff. Special thanks to Ellard, the ranger, due his knowledge about the big5. He was always the first driver to spot the animals. The only thing i would regret it the absence of wi-fi in private areas
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Conrad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Unique African Experience

This was an exceptional experience enhanced by excitingly varied terrain and a very talented/guide. The setting of the lodges afforded superb views and not a little excitement by its four legged visitors. The food was imaginative and very well presented by a happy chefs team especially the breakfasts. Overall organisation was both professional and of an extremely high level.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021