Makumu Private Game Lodge

What an experience! Loved the service from the transfer from the airport for the entire stay. Food and service was outstanding. Our drive from the airport to the hotel was notable we saw elephants and buffalo. During our stay at the Makumu we saw Rhino, Elephants, Giraffe, Lioness her beautiful three cubs, buffalo, various bucks and birdlife. Highlight for me was seeing a Leopard twice. Rooms are beautifully decorated and so much beautiful candlelight to light up our nights. Food was outstanding. Nellys and Grace made my day. Loved meeting Nadia Rheinard, Thomas and Julia. Lindo and Lisa. Thank you for a memorable stay.

What a fantastic place this is! Very intimate. Only space for 12 people. We had a wraparound balcony high up, a bath with a view of the watering hole across the Klaserie game reserve. Every detail was thought of. The staff from hosts to cooks, rangers and trackers were brilliant. 2 game drives a day stopping for hot drinks in the morning and alcohol in the evening. It was very chilly and windy whilst we were there but this aided to us seeing every animal possible including black Rhino, white Rhino, Leopards Elephants, wilder beast, buffalo, zebra, lions, giraffe, hippo, impala to name most. This place was made special by the Ranger Rheinhard and Tracker Redwall excellent at their jobs. The food was delicious and loved sitting at a long table with everyone at breakfast and in the evening. It’s all candle lit in the evening! We didn’t use the pool with a view due to the weather or the outdoor fire pit. Upstairs in the main building was an open log fireplace very cosy

Superb! Such an amazing stay for our whole family, fantastic game viewing facilitated by extremely talented trackers and Rangers. Sparkling swimming pool, board games, pool table, chess, fire pits and beautiful views can be enjoyed combined with a home-style help-yourself element too. Absolutely delicious food, luxurious comfortable bedrooms and six- star pampering!

Makumu is in an exclusive league of its own. The location, the lodge, the incredible staff delivering unrivaled service. The game drives are exceptional as you are “alone” allowing you to spend real time with the animals without being disturbed by the next jeep coming up behind you. We are return guests and took friends with us for their first visit and they absolutely loved the Makumu experience

I've been on a few safaris throughout Africa and this was hands-down my favorite ever. What put this over the top for me was peaceful vibe of the lodge and the game drives. We barely saw other vehicles but our tracker spotter the big 5 for us and more. I think my favorite part was at night the entire lodge was candle-lit. We still could charge our devices, connect to wi-fi, use heat/air-con and a hair dryer, but otherwise it was simple alacrity and so relaxing. The bomba and food were amazing. We went with a group of 7, including my 12-year-old daughter. Most were first-time safari foes and the entire groups was in love with Makumu. Already trying to plan a trip back with friends or family to rent the entire place.

Best place we've been to, ever! Friendly staff, great service, made us feel special, nice game drives, saw the big 5 in 2 drives. helped me with my proposal, did everything they could and more. 10/10 recommendation!!