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  • Timbavati Private Nature Reserve
  • Luxurious Accommodation
  • Abundant Wildlife
  • Bird Watching
  • Excellently rated by guests

Makanyi is located in the southern sector of the Timbavati, a place that has been dubbed as “The Place Where Something Sacred Came Down to Earth”.

It is an excellent choice for guests seeking exclusivity in one of Africa's most popular game viewing destinations, with only seven luxury suites (plus a 2-bedroom Marula Suite).

Overlooking a permanent waterhole with traversing rights to over 8000 hectares of private concessions the lodge prides itself on not only giving guests a very private safari experience, but also on its homely atmosphere with welcoming staff, superb cuisine and the utmost attention to detail.

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Located in the game-rich Timbavati Private Nature Reserve
  • Enjoy an outdoor shower under the stars
  • Big Five game viewing literally on the doorstep
  • Bush dining in the boma under the stars
  • Great value for money
  • Spa treatments and gym
  • Direct flights from Johannesburg to the lodge and return

Facilities

General Facilities

  • 24-hour Security
  • Dining Area
  • Laundry Service
  • Private Vehicle Available on Request
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Internet Access
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Boma

Activities

  • Game Viewing
  • Massages
  • High Tea
  • Bird Watching
  • Game Drives
  • Game Walks (Winter Months)
  • Star Gazing (Winter Months)

Reviews

Rooms

Room type Features Rates
Luxury Suite
Luxury Suite
Luxury Suite

Available: Five

Unit Sleeps: 2 Adults

Check-in: FROM 14:00 PM

Check-out: TO 11:00 AM

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  • Air Conditioning
  • Balcony / Deck
  • Bath
  • Wi-Fi
  • Dressing Gowns
  • En-Suite
  • Free Standing Bath
  • Hair Dryer
  • Mini Bar
  • Pure Cotton Linen
  • Outside Shower
  • Mosquito Nets
  • Tea / Coffee making Facilities
  • Verandah
  • Fireplace
  • More

    FROM $1290

    TO $1905

    Per person per night sharing

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    Luxury Pool Suite
    Luxury Pool Suite
    Luxury Pool Suite

    Available: Two

    Unit Sleeps: 2 Adults

    Check-in: FROM 14:00 PM

    Check-out: TO 11:00 AM

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  • Air Conditioning
  • Private Plunge Pool
  • View Deck
  • Wi-Fi
  • Fireplace
  • Laundry Service
  • Mosquito Nets
  • Dressing Gowns
  • Lounge Area
  • En-Suite
  • Free Standing Bath
  • Hairdryer
  • Pure Cotton Linen
  • Outside Shower
  • Shower
  • More

    FROM $1413

    TO $2027

    Per person per night sharing

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    Marula Suite
    Marula Suite
    Marula Suite

    Available: One

    Unit Sleeps: 4 Adults

    Check-in: FROM 14:00 PM

    Check-out: TO 11:00 AM

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  • Two Bedrooms
  • Air Conditioning
  • Shower in each Bedroom
  • Separate Freestanding Bath
  • Kitchen
  • Lounge
  • Outside Shower
  • Television
  • Private Deck
  • Private Swimming Pool
  • Fireplace
  • Mosquito Nets
  • Hairdryer
  • Pure Cotton Linen
  • More

    FROM $1413

    TO $1413

    Per person per night sharing (Min 2 Adults)

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    Rates

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    Rate Conditions
    • Excluded : Special order wines, champagnes, and liqueurs (subject to availability)
    • Excluded : Spa treatments (spa menu available on request)
    • Excluded : Conservation Levy
    What's Included
    • All meals and beverages including alcoholic, South African house wines and MCCs offered at Makanyi
    • Two daily game drives
    • Use of the gym
    • Laundry Service
    • Other daily activities taking place in the lodge area: bush walks, star gazing (seasonal)
    Dates Rate
    10 Jan 2026 - 31 March 2026/01 Nov 2026 - 19 Dec 2026 From $1905 per person per night sharing

    Rates

    Dates Room Type Board Basis Rate
    01 Apr 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 Luxury Suite Per person per night sharing From $1290
    01 Apr 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 Luxury Pool Suite Per person per night sharing From $1413
    01 Apr 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 Marula Suite Per person per night sharing (Min 2 Adults) From $1413
    01 April 2026 – 31 March 2027 Luxury Suite Per person per night sharing From $1905
    01 April 2026 – 31 March 2027 Luxury Pool Suite Per person per night sharing From $2027

    Please Note :

    We do not accommodate children under the age of 12 years unless the lodge is booked out exclusively 

    INCLUDED IN THE RATES

    The all­-inclusive rate per person per night includes:

    • Two daily game drives
    • Three meals daily
    • Laundry service
    • Use of the gym
    • All drinks are included (excluding special order wines, champagnes, and liqueurs)
    • Unlimited Wi-Fi available in reception and main lodge areas
    From $1290 per person sharing
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