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Makumu Private Game Lodge

3.5 star property
African wilderness adventures await at this all-inclusive safari lodge, where mornings bring wildlife encounters and afternoons offer poolside relaxation

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Makumu Private Game Lodge in a national park offers wildlife viewing, all-inclusive amenities, breakfast buffet, spa services, and in-room WiFi. Enjoy the outdoor pool with sun loungers, lobby coffee service, and laundry options for added convenience.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • All inclusive
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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2 bedrooms, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Bushman King Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
  • Garden view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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2 bedrooms, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Zulu King Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
2 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Garden view
  • 25 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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2 bedrooms, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Ndebele King Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Garden view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood

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1380, Mpumalanga, Bushbuckridge, Klaserie Nature Reserve, Hoedspruit

Getting around

  • Hoedspruit (HDS)
    132 min drive

About this property

Makumu Private Game Lodge

All-inclusive lodge in a national park
Take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, game and wildlife viewing, and a terrace at Makumu Private Game Lodge. In addition to a garden and a fireplace in the lobby, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • A safari, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and luggage storage
  • Concierge services, a billiards/pool table, and game drive on site
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like separate sitting areas and bathrobes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries
  • Furnished balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and separate sitting areas

All inclusive details

This lodge is all-inclusive. Onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Gratuities and taxes

Gratuities are included and additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted.

Food and beverages

All meals, snacks, and select beverages included
Basic alcoholic beverages included

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Ecotours
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Outdoor pool
  • Safari

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
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
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property does not provide electricity in the guest rooms (only candlelight). Electricity is only available in the guest lounge.
This property is located in Kruger National Park. The additional mandatory fee covers entrance to the national park.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 7 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 7 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: ZAR 520 per person, per night. This fee does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 1085 per person (one-way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, 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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 7 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Makumu Private Game Lodge Kruger National Park
Makumu Private Game Kruger National Park
Makumu Private Game
Makumu Private Game Kruger Na
Makumu Private Game
Makumu Private Game Lodge Lodge
Makumu Private Game Lodge Bushbuckridge
Makumu Private Game Lodge Lodge Bushbuckridge

Frequently asked questions

Does Makumu Private Game Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Makumu Private Game Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Makumu Private Game Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Makumu Private Game Lodge?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Makumu Private Game Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 8 AM–5 PM on request. A fee of ZAR 1085 per person applies.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Makumu Private Game Lodge?

Yes, the property is all-inclusive.

Where is Makumu Private Game Lodge located?

Situated near the airport, this lodge is 29.6 mi (47.7 km) from Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate.

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Reviews

Makumu Private Game Lodge Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The service is excellent, people treat you like a family. The game drive was fantastic It’s a bit far from the city town but that’s part of the ambiance
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Makumu was an amazing experience!! We loved our stay there and didn’t want to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was the most amazing experience ever! The attention to detail was exceptional! Cheri, Adrian, Maggie and the rest of the staff were incredible and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this lodge for a complete safari experience
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lilly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Makumu is very private and expensive property. Very quiet, surreal view on a top of hill. Staff was amazing and very welcoming ( almost felt like a family). Food was great! Good wine! You will not regret staying here! -Lilly
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lage in der Wildniss, kleine Einheit mit nur wenigen Gästen, Ruhe, Essen, Getränke perfekt...
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nothing short of amazing, the location, staff, room, facilities. it was the most welcoming place if stayed at
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Al

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Believe the great reviews!!! I can not express how wonderful Makumu was! Outstanding accommodations, wonderful food, beautiful reserve. You’ll feel welcome from the start in a relaxed atmosphere. Honestly feel it was the best trip we’ve taken. Definitely stay at least 3, but 4 or more nights is best to increase your chances for seeing the most game.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Karishma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic - Could not recommend anything better

Absolutely amazing experience. We were the only guests at the resort, but every member of staff endeavoured to make our holiday so special. It was the most relaxing, yet enriching holiday we have ever taken. To be guided on safari by experts who are so passionate and knowledgeable about the area was an absolutely phenomenal experience. The food was fantastic, each setting outdid the previous one. The most comfortable mattresses and duvets that we have ever slept on away from home. All this combined to make it a most memorable holiday
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Beatrix

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Oscir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019