Makweti Safari Lodge

–Excellent location - show map
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Scored 9.7
Rated exceptional

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Nestled within the malaria-free landscape of the Big 5 Welgevonden Game Reserve, Makweti Safari Lodge is located 39 km from Vaalwater. The lodge offers luxurious accommodation as well as an on-site restaurant. Each of the 5 suites at Makweti have a private entrance and feature a balcony or patio offering views across the gorge-defined valley and hills. The private bathrooms come with a shower, bath and bathrobes. Extras include a minibar and a seating area. At Makweti Safari Lodge you will find an outdoor swimming pool, and guests can relax on the lodge's open lounge and viewing deck, 80 yards from the stream-fed waterhole. The lodge also offers free WiFi and rates include 2 safaris in open vehicles daily. Bela-Bela is within a 2-hour drive of the lodge.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 10.0 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish

  • Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Andries
South Africa South Africa
“The Makweti team went out of their way to make our special weekend even more special”
Willem
South Africa South Africa
“Our stay at Makweti was great. Joseph was a very knowledgable and friendly guide, and the game drives were excellent. We saw four of the Big Five (elephant, rhino, buffalo, lion) during our four day stay, and many other species, including a...”
Angus
South Africa South Africa
“Small lodge with excellent service. High attention to details and personalised to our safari requirements”
Paolo
South Africa South Africa
“Makweti Lodge met all of our expectations. The facilities , game drives, food and unbelievable staff are amazing. We were their to celebrate our anniversary and the staff went the extra mile to make it a memorable.”
Henk
Netherlands Netherlands
“The accommodation has place for up to 10 people in 5 different houses. With an extra spacious main house and lobby, the Makweti is the perfect place for a peace of mind. Extremely quiet, no children and with no fence around the premises, the...”
Nathalie
Netherlands Netherlands
““ feel welcome” “ feel like a family” “ feel nature” “ feel the love in prepering your food” “ feel team Makweti “!”
Emilie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“We had a wonderful experience at Makweti for 3 nights. The lodge is beautifully designed, and feels very traditional yet modern. The room was exceptionally comfortable with a gorgeous deck, indoor and outdoor showers and super comfortable bed. The...”
Liza-marié
South Africa South Africa
“Food was great. Staff was excellent. Joseph has great bush facts. Amazing view.”
Willem
Netherlands Netherlands
“Magweti is a true magical place within the Private Welgevonden Game Reserve, about 250km north of JoBurg. The location, the people, the lodges and the food all are all on a very high standard, but on a very intimate scale.”
Bernadette
Australia Australia
“Everything was well organised. Food and service exceptional.”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    African
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Traditional • Romantic

House rules

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Check-in
From 13:00 to 16:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 12 years are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note compulsory conservation fees are applicable and excluded from the rates. This will be collected on departure from all guests.

Please note that all rates exclude beverages.

In the event that a reservation is cancelled, any credit card charges, bank charges or variation in exchange rates, on a payment is for the guests account. Refunds will less any charges incurred.

Please note that Welgevonden airstrip is now serviced by a flight three times a week, starting 1 Dec 2025.

Please inform Makweti Safari Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.