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Makweti Safari Lodge

Property class: 5 and above
Luxurious Colonial lodge with safari

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A treehouse with a thatched roof, surrounded by dense greenery.
A dining area with a stone fireplace, wooden furniture, and a thatched roof ceiling.
A wooden deck with a railing, a chair, and a table.
A cozy lounge area with a large window overlooking a scenic view, furnished with a chair, ottoman, and decorative items.
A tranquil outdoor pool area with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a stone bridge.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Welgevonden Game Reserve, Vaalwater, Limpopo
  • Place, Waterberg Biosphere Reserve
    ‪1 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Luxury Suite, Pool View, Mountainside

A large bed with a canopy, two bedside lamps, and a headboard with a zebra pattern.

Luxury Suite, Pool View, Mountainside

  • Mountain view
  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Luxury Suite, Park View, Mountainside

A large bed with a canopy, two bedside lamps, and a headboard with a zebra pattern.

Luxury Suite, Park View, Mountainside

  • Mountain view
  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Vaalwater

In Vaalwater .You'll be within 9 miles (15 km) of Marakele National Park and 16 miles (25 km) of Kololo Game Reserve. Lebolobolo Game Farm is 22.1 mi (35.6 km) away.
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What's nearby

  • Waterberg Biosphere Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles

About this property

Makweti Safari Lodge

Luxurious Colonial lodge with safari
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the luxury Makweti Safari Lodge. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Colonial Vaalwater lodge.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1994
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Makweti Safari Lodge offers 5 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars (stocked with some free items) and minibars. Rooms open to balconies or patios. These individually decorated accommodations have separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. This Vaalwater lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps.

Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. In-room massages and hair dryers can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

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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 transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

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

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • 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 available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

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 accommodations. 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

  • No pets 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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: ZAR 330 per person, per night. This fee does not apply to children under 1 year of age.

We've listed 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children 12 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

Property is also known as

Makweti Safari Lodge Vaalwater
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Makweti Safari Lodge Lodge Vaalwater

Frequently asked questions

How close is Makweti Safari Lodge to the airport?

Makweti Safari Lodge is 196 mi (378-min drive) away from the O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Makweti Safari Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Makweti Safari Lodge offers an airport shuttle.

Does Makweti Safari Lodge offer free breakfast?

Makweti Safari Lodge offers free full breakfast every day from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Makweti Safari Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Makweti Safari Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Makweti Safari Lodge?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Makweti Safari Lodge have a pool?

Makweti Safari Lodge features an outdoor pool.

Does Makweti Safari Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Makweti Safari Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this lodge.

How close is Makweti Safari Lodge to downtown Vaalwater?

Makweti Safari Lodge is 17 mi away from Vaalwater.

Makweti Safari Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

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 review

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 review

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 review

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 review

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 review

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

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