You won’t find another hotel quite like Makalali. From its curious mix of ragged thatched spires and earthy walls, to it’s ancient mystical ornaments and luxury appointments, it offers a truly unique experience.  Four exclusive camps, each consisting of six spacious suites adjacent to a stilted Sala set amongst Jackalberry Trees, are equipped with all the modern conveniences you could desire. Amenities on offer at each camp include a uniquely designed swimming pool, boma, air conditioning and enclosed dining and lounge area.

Makalali is more than just a physical experience, it’s a spiritual journey. The tranquillity of the African bush, with its vivid plumage and flora and fauna, makes the Makalali the perfect haven for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. With evenings spent under the star studded African skies, dining on the finest pan African cuisine prepared on a flaming boma fire, you’ll be more that satisfied before you retire to your suite, where a cocoon of soft muslin, rich hues of African kente and scented oils, luls you into a pleasurable relaxing slumber.

Makalali : Game Viewing and Conservation

Game drives in open landrovers and informative walks are available on a daily basis. Considered one of the leading pioneers in ecotourism in South Africa, Makalali Private Game Reserve, represents a conservation mission to expand South Africa's green frontier by re-establishing the ancient traditional wildlife migration routes that linked the famous Kruger Park in the east to lush Drakensberg Mountains in the west. In the process lion, cheetah, leopard, and breeding herds of elephant, rhino, and the rare sable antelope have all been reintroduced to the wild, making Makalali home to over one thousand wild animals including four of Africa's "Big Five" wildlife species.

In the process of relocating animals Makalali has contributed to the ongoing conservation efforts of endangered species. The elephants have been relocated from Kruger sparing them from annual cull. A breeding herd of white rhino and sable antelope were relocated to continue the spread and diversify the populations and in so doing contribute to the survivability of the species.