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  • Klaserie Private Nature Reserve
  • 6 Suites
  • True african Big 5 Safari
  • Excellently rated by guests

In celebration of Africa’s rich cultural tapestry, Makumu Private Game Lodge rests gracefully within the heart of the Klaserie Private Nature Reserve. This vast and untamed sanctuary, part of the greater Kruger National Park, spans 60,000 hectares and is home to the majestic Big Five. The lifeblood of the reserve, the Klaserie River, weaves through the landscape, nurturing an abundance of birdlife and flourishing, untouched beauty.

Makumu Private Game Lodge offers an intimate escape, with just six exquisitely designed suites—each a secluded haven of elegance and tranquility. With a capacity of only twelve guests, the lodge promises a private and immersive experience of unparalleled comfort and charm. Each suite draws inspiration from Africa’s indigenous Bushman, Ndebele, and Zulu cultures, telling a unique story through its artistry and design.

The spacious King and Impi Suites echo the vast openness of the African bush, inviting you to breathe deeply and unwind. En-suite bathrooms feature both indoor and outdoor showers, while the King Suites offer a dreamy 'tub with a view'—perfect for soaking in the golden light of sunset. Step onto your private wooden deck, sway gently in a hammock, and let the stillness of the wilderness wrap around you.

For those seeking an unforgettable celebration or cherished family gathering, the entire lodge may be reserved for exclusive use—ensuring every moment is tailored to your desires. Guests of all ages are welcomed with warmth and care.

And when night falls, few experiences rival dining beneath a canopy of stars.

Under the sparkling African sky, savor exquisite cuisine, fine wines, and the gentle crackle of an open fire—each element blending into a memory as timeless and unforgettable as the land itself.

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Big 5 game viewing
  • Luxurious accommodation
  • Tracking Big Game on Foot
  • Breathtaking sunsets
  • Children aged 8+ years are welcome (all ages welcome for exclusive-use lodge bookout)

Facilities

General

  • Boma
  • Pool
  • Lounge area
  • WiFi
  • Fan
  • Bar
  • Eco Friendly
  • Complementary Laundry Service
  • Gym
  • Restaurant

Activities

With 60 000 hectares of private game viewing territory to explore game drives through Klaserie Private Nature Reserve offer fantastic wildlife sightings.  To make the game viewing pleasures even more effortless the lodge’s wooden decked boma is situated above the banks of the Dundee river bed where you can dine and continue your wildlife adventure next to an open fire and flicker of lanterns.

Built as a feature to blend in with the surrounding bushveld, the pool is an enjoyable feature for all guests, even visiting herds of elephants who sometimes swing by to quench their thirst at the lodge.

Whether you are relaxing, dining or roughing it in the bush, Makumu will romance your heart to loving the African bushveld forever.

  • Game Drives
  • Bush walks and tracking big game on foot
  • Massages
  • Bird Watching
  • Flying Safaris
  • Reptile demonstrations
  • Game Viewing Hide
  • Boma Dinners

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Rooms

Room type Features Rates
Impi Suite
Impi Suite
Impi Suite

Available: 3

Unit Sleeps: 2 Adults

Check-in: From 13:00 pm

Check-out: To 11:00 am

Show Room Info
  • Deck
  • Dressing Gowns
  • Fan
  • Mosquito Net
  • Safe
  • Bath
  • Electric Outlets
  • Laundry Service
  • Shower
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi
  • En-Suite
  • Lounge Area
  • Pure Cotton Linen
  • Tea and Coffee Facilities
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    FROM $775

    TO $775

    Per person per night sharing

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    King Suite
    King Suite
    King Suite

    Available: 3

    Unit Sleeps: 2 Adults

    Check-in: From 13:00 pm

    Check-out: To 11:00 am

    Show Room Info
  • Balcony / Deck
  • Dressing Gowns
  • Fan
  • Mosquito net
  • Safe
  • Bath
  • Electrical Outlets
  • Laundry Service
  • Outside shower
  • Shower
  • Complimentary WiFi
  • En-suite
  • Lounge Area
  • Pure Cotton Linen
  • Tea and Coffee Facilities
  • More

    FROM $940

    TO $940

    Per person per night sharing

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    Rate Conditions
    • Not combinable with any other offers
    What's Included
    • Accommodation
    • All game viewing activities (morning and afternoon drives)
    • Walking safaris season dependent, tracking big game on foot, bird watching)
    • All meals
    • Teas, coffees
    • A selection of local beverages including beers, wines and soft drinks
    Dates Rate
    18 November 2025 - 31 Dec 2026 Impi Suite - R 12 980 Per person per night sharing
    18 November 2025 - 31 Dec 2026 King Suite - R 15 730 Per person per night sharing

    Rates

    Dates Room Type Board Basis Rate
    01 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2026 Impi Suite Per person per night sharing From $775
    01 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2026 King Suite Per person per night sharing From $940

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    The all­-inclusive rate per person per night includes:

    • Accommodation
    • All meals
    • Teas, coffees and a selection of local beverages including beers, wines and soft drinks
    • All game viewing activities (morning and afternoon drives, walking trails, tracking big game on foot, bird watching)
    From $775 per person sharing
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