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Embark on a 5-day fly-in, all-inclusive Makanyi Safari for an unforgettable wildlife adventure. From Johannesburg airport, you'll be whisked away to Makanyi Private Game Lodge, where luxury awaits. Indulge in daily game drives led by expert trackers, exploring the African bush in search of the Big Five and other magnificent wildlife.

Day 1: Arriving at Makanyi Private Game Lodge

Fly in from Johannesburg airport and meet your representative who will transfer you to Makanyi Private Game Lodge. Upon arrival at the lodge, settle into your luxury pool suite. Prepare for an afternoon game drive with your trained tracker and guide before enjoying dinner under the stars.

Days 2-4: The Makanyi Safari Experience

Each morning, start your day with an early game drive followed by a sumptuous breakfast. Spend the next three days immersing yourself in the African bush from the comfort of your luxury pool suite, private plunge pool, or deck with views of the waterhole.

Enjoy lunch in one of the lodge's beautiful dining areas, either indoors or in the fairy light-lit boma area. Participate in afternoon game drives, bush walks, and picnics in the reserve. Relax and enjoy the amenities of the lodge before you indulge in the delicious dinner.

Day 5: End of Your Journey

Enjoy your final morning game drive before a hearty breakfast. Prepare for departure and meet your representative for transfer to Hoedspruit Airport, where you will continue your journey.

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Rates & Pricing

  • 4 Nights in a luxury pool suite at Makanyi Private Game Lodge
  • 2 Game drives daily in an open game drive vehicle
  • Bush walks, picnics, star gazing at Makanyi Private Game Lodge
  • All meals & beverages
  • Return Flights OR Tambo Airport (JNB) to Hoedspruit Airport (HDS)
  • Return transfers from Hoedspruit (HDS) to Makanyi Private Game Lodge
  • Levies Included
  • Laundry Services
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$ 910 USD
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$ 910 USD
Rates are starting prices per person, per night sharing.
We book at the same price as going direct, see more

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What our guests say about Kim

December 2, 2024
Kim Abrahams is as great to work with
Kim Abrahams is as great to work with. Very responsive and helpful for setting up my trip to Africa
Nicholas Nelson
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US
October 17, 2024
Sweet Kim Abrahams was extremely…
Sweet Kim Abrahams was extremely patient with the two of us oldsters. We had computer problems, took a very long time to decide and confirm our intentions and challenged every detail. Thank you Kim
Diane Wasney
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CA
October 3, 2024
Kim Abraham is Great!
Kim Abraham worked through all of my questions, always with a pleasant response. This is our trip of a lifetime, and Kim made sure that we are getting it.
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US

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Dec 12, 2024
Anja Is A Fabulous Travel Consultant
Anja Mayer was extremely knowledgeable, patient, prompt with her responses to questions, and always very helpful. She was also a pleasure to work with. I would highly recommend to anyone that asks that Anja is the right person to contact if they are interested in travelling to South Africa or Botswana.
Lewis Warren
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US
Dec 12, 2024
Anja did a fabulous job!
Anja was knowledgeble, patient prompt with her responses to questions and always very helpful. In addition, it was a pleasure working with her. I would recommend her to anyone without any reservation.
Lewis Warren
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US
Dec 10, 2024
Mel du Toit was the perfect person to…
Mel du Toit was the perfect person to arrange and organize our trip!! She was on the ball, made sure everything was in place and travel arrangements secured! I highly recommend her!!
JUDITH ANN
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US
Dec 9, 2024
Great support from Shann
Shann made the booking experience seamless - provided very helpful information to ensure we fully understood what the experience would be like and made sure we felt safe with experiences we have booked.
SUE And Bryson STEIN
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AU
Dec 9, 2024
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Very fast response, polite - impressive
Eduardo Rocha
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BR
Dec 7, 2024
Went through Newmarket travel and Hays…
Went through Newmarket travel and Hays travel ..information about flight changes hard to get..but on arrival the holiday was taken over Safari.com..amazing ..experience everything was fine tuned and the staff ..guides drivers fabulous and friendly ..lots of knowledge..lots of fun and the surprises they did was so lovely ...loved every minute ..Paris our guide was amazing..10/10 and Eric driver ..the waiters and waitress every and everyone in the hotels .smiling and friendly..Best holiday of my life
Gillian Dodsworth
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GB
Dec 7, 2024
Anja at Safari.com was a great partner to work with!
Working with Anja at Safari.com was great. She was able to work some magic and got us a few nights at the safari lodge we really wanted, Ngoma. Unfortunately, our flight from the USA to South Africa was canceled and we were rebooked a day later but Anja was great about making sure our lodge and the transports knew about the change in plans and made sure we got to our trip as soon as we could. She was a great partner to have and communicated quickly whenever we reached out. I would highly recommend using her when planning a trip to Africa!
Joanna
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US
Dec 4, 2024
Prompt & knowledgeable
Prompt & knowledgeable
Scott Millar
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ZA
Dec 4, 2024
Great service from Denise at Safari.com
Denise from Safari.com was extremely helpful. She responded promptly, provided good advice on safari lodgings options and worked up a couple of itinerary options to suit our budget. Denise also organised flights and transfers very quickly so that we could finalize our booking in a short time. Much appreciated.
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AU
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