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Makanyi Private Game Lodge offers a truly unique and intimate experience, set in a secluded part of the Timbavati where there are no other lodges—just a handful of private homes—and allows you to immerse yourself in the beauty of the bush, creating the feeling of having the entire wilderness all to yourself.
No children under 14 years of age are permitted in any suite unless the lodge is booked on an exclusive basis.
The lodge offers five spacious Luxury Suites with an open-plan design, boasting stunning views of the bush and waterhole. Each suite features custom-made furnishings, indoor and outdoor showers, freestanding bathtubs, and a cozy gas fireplace.
For enhanced privacy, the lodge also offers two Luxury Pool Suites, complete with private plunge pools and breathtaking bush views. Families and small groups can opt for the expansive Marula Suite, which includes two en-suite bedrooms, a dining room, and a spacious living room with cable TV.
With all meals served at the main lodge, guests can indulge in home comforts while fully immersing themselves in the natural beauty of the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve.
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Time is luxury. We streamline your choices for the perfect safari.
✅ Free travel insurance before 31 Oct 2025
✅ An expert will reach out to you within 24 hours
✅ SAFARI.COM voted Africa's Leading Safari Company in the World Travel Awards 2024 + 2025
✅ Same price as booking direct, with expert care included
✅ With you before, during and after your safari
✅ We handle it all. Flights, transfers, lodging & activities
October 20, 2025
Seamless, Stress-Free Safari Planning – An Unforgettable Experience
From the moment I sent an enquiry, Kim Abraham made the entire process seamless and effortless. Her replies were fast, thorough and incredibly helpful. She provided excellent recommendations and even secured a hold on the hotel we were interested in before we booked it, as there was only one room left (I did check directly with the hotel and was told they were fully booked!). Kim arranged every detail of our safari - flights, accommodation, park fees, everything - and the entire trip ran flawlessly. Entim Mara (the camp she recommended) was absolutely incredible, easily one of the highlights of our trip and provided the most magical experience. We would wholeheartedly recommend Kim and would book another trip with her in a heartbeat!
October 18, 2025
Wonderful Experience
Very nice experience at Kapama River Lodge, the view is stunning and we are super close to wildlife animals on safari game drive. We are very lucky that all the BIG FIVES have been sighted during the 2-day stay. Accommodation is luxury and you can have good rest and fun after safari game drive. All of there wonderful things are based on Kim Abrahams's perfect work and her recommendation. Great thanks to Kim Abrahams, she is very patient and professional and always provides the best offer.
August 21, 2025
Well organisrd helpful
Efficient friendly attemtive
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