Lodge
Becks Safari Lodge
About the lodge
An overview of Becks Safari Lodge.
Becks Safari Lodge nestles approximately 45 minutes drive from the world-famous Kruger National Park in South Africa.
Highlights
- The Karongwe Game Reserve is home to over 40 mammal species, including the Big Five, spotted and brown hyena, giraffe, zebra, wildebeest, kudu, impala, and bushbuck.
- The safari experience at Becks Safari Lodge includes dawn and dusk open-vehicle game drives, led by qualified game rangers and Shangaan trackers.
- Incredible safari encounters and off-road game drives.
You Should Know
- Children under 6 yrs are not permitted on any Game activity unless approved by the Lodge Management onsite, or prior approval by Directors is given.
- Children are required to be accompanied by an adult on Game activity
- Securing a private vehicle will not guarantee leniency on this policy
The Details
Becks Safari Lodge sits on the banks of the Makhutswi River and boasts 10 uniquely designed Luxury Safari Suites, built from brick, metal, and canvas. Each tent-like suite features an en-suite bathroom, outdoor shower, minibar, coffee and tea-making facilities, luxury amenities, in-room safe, air conditioning, mosquito netting, and a private deck with views of the river or nearby waterhole.
The lodge facilities include a spacious lounge with a fireplace, bar, terrace with a 20-meter infinity pool, spa, outdoor boma, and a viewing deck that overlooks the riverbed and flood plains.
Becks Safari Lodge is the perfect destination for romantic safari getaways, families with adult children, and small groups of friends.
Price Includes
- All meals, teas, coffees, and snacks
- Dawn and dusk safaris in open Land Rovers; Drinks on dusk safaris
- All local house wines and beers at Becks Safari Lodge only
- Any transfers from the Southern Boom Gate are also included.
The same as booking direct
Rates and pricing.
Per person sharing, per night. Final pricing depends on dates, room category and party size.
Valid until 31 Dec 2026
Why book through us
You pay the lodge's rate, never a markup. What you get on top is a specialist who knows Becks Safari Lodge personally, looks after every detail of the trip, and stays reachable on WhatsApp from the moment you enquire to the day you come home.
By season
Green season
1 May 2026 – 31 Jul 2026
All Inclusive — All meals, teas, coffees, snacks, twice daily game drives.
R 10 290
Peak / migration
1 Aug 2026 – 31 Dec 2026
All Inclusive — All meals, teas, coffees, snacks, twice daily game drives.
R 11 440
Rates are per person sharing, per night. A single supplement may apply for solo travellers. We offer a price match guarantee, just ask your safari specialist.
Family policies
Travelling with children.
What our safari specialists know about bringing children to Becks Safari Lodge: minimum ages, activities, family rooms and child rates, current as of May 2026. They plan family trips here all the time, so anything below that needs arranging, they will sort. For the bigger picture, see our guide to safari with children .
Minimum ages
- Stay
- 6+
- Game drives
- 6+
- Walking safari
- 16+
Programmes & care
Kids' programme
Babysitting available
Accommodation
Family unit available.
Child rates
Children 12+ charged full adult rate. Children 3–11 charged 50% of adult rate when sharing a family unit with adults (subject to availability). Children 0–2 stay free, reserve fees payable.
Notable exceptions
- Source conflict: 2026 Rack Rate and supplier contract, while the more recent 2027 T&Cs accept children from age 6. Preferring the 2027 T&Cs. Children aged 4–5 may join game drives at the discretion of lodge management following an on-site evaluation, or via a private vehicle at extra cost (subject to availability). Children under 16 are not permitted on bush walks. The Little Paws Programme (for under 12s) and babysitting are available on request at additional cost.
Imagery
A closer look.
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Speak to a safari specialist
Plan your dream safari at Becks Safari Lodge.
From your first enquiry to the day you come home, one named safari specialist looks after every detail. We can handle the whole trip, not just the stay at Becks Safari Lodge: multi-country itineraries, internal flights, road transfers, tipping guidance, travel insurance, the lot. A safari specialist will be in touch within as little as 15 minutes during working hours.
Ready when you are
Let's design your stay.
Your specialist will be in touch within as little as 15 minutes during working hours with availability, exact pricing, and suggestions for what to combine it with.