Royal Malewane | Kruger Park Lodges

Introduction

The Royal Malewane in the "Big 5" Thornybush Game Reserve; an exclusive safari getaway for those who value personalised service, the ultimate in privacy all the while experiencing some of the best wildlife South Africa has to offer.

A colonial-styled feel offers guests a celebration of a bygone era that runs through the lodge from the main guest areas all the way down to the luxury suites and villa.

As an example of just how serious the lodge takes their levels of guest service, there are four staff members for every one guest. That is a ratio that is hardly ever matched in Africa.

Condé Nast Traveler has awarded The Royal Malewane; #10 Top Resorts in Africa and #28 in the 50 Best Resorts in the World.

Reserve Information

The famed Thornybush Game Reserve offers visitors one of South Africa's most exceptional bush experiences. Adjacent to the Kruger National Park, Thornybush comprises of 14 000 hectares of pristine wilderness that is teaming with wildlife and birdlife including the "Big 5".

Unspoilt nature and those stunning vistas of the surrounding African bushveld is what a safari here is all about, not forgetting the wildlife on show. Thornybush is up there with the best private reserves not only in South Africa but Southern Africa as a whole.

Rooms and Suites

Six "Luxury Suites" accommodate two guests in what can only be described as the pinnacle of refinement and opulence.

Private wooden decks, rim-flow pool and thatched gazebos all boasting unparalleled views. Suites offer an air-conditioned bedroom with King-sized beds, a fireplace and an en-suite bathroom window-side Victorian bath, and indoor and outdoor showers. All suites have private pools.

Elevated walkways link the suites to the main camp.

The Royal and Malewane Suites offer up two en-suite bedrooms as well as a private lounge and dining facilities - perfect for families. These suites also include a private butler, chef services and game drives.

Cuisine and Wine

Chef, Brandon Souris, and his team prepare contemporary cuisine with an ever-changing menu served a wide variety of beautiful settings within the lodge or out in the bushveld.

A unique and indulgent experience awaits guests in a dining area that overlooks a water-hole regularly occupied with wildlife. For that something special, bush dinners offer guests a remarkable and romantic experience deep in the heart of "Big 5" country.

All meals are complemented by South Africa's finest wines; a wine steward is available for cuisine and wine pairing.

For interest sake, a kosher kitchen with kosher ingredients is available on request.

Activities

Game viewing is individually tailored, either by open Land Rover or on foot. An expert and experienced rangers and trackers accompany the guests.

All game rangers are highly trained and qualified; The Royal Malewane is privileged to have the only surviving Master Tracker currently working in Southern Africa.

The order of the day is usually:

Early morning game drive followed by a leisurely breakfast
Thereafter, enjoy the luxury of the camp until lunch
Afternoon game drives include sundowners and culminate in a night drive
Dinner is served under the African sky or with silver & crystal in the dining areas

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Best Spas in the Kruger

Rhino Walking Safari

Tailor-made

The tailor-made Rhino Walking Safari within the Kruger National Park itself in a 12,000 ha private wilderness concession that borders the famous Mala Mala & Sabi Sand reserve, highly qualified guides share their knowledge with you.

Sabi Sand & Timbavati Safari

7 Days / 6 Nights

On this spectacular seven day, self-drive safari one gets the chance to experience and explore two of Africa's finest and most famous private game reserves; namely the Sabi Sand & Timbavati Game Reserves.

Singita Ebony & Sweni Safari

5 Days / 4 Nights

Combine Singita Ebony and Sweni Lodges for a four-night stay and pay for three, including a complimentary flight between the lodges. Singita offers what can only be the most luxurious lodges in the Kruger area.

Timbavati Self Drive Safari

6 Days / 5 Nights

A six-day safari to without a doubt one of the best private games reserves in Africa, this being the famous Timbavati (famed for the "White Lions") as well the Mpumalanga Scenic route.

Timbavati Fly In Safari

4 Days / 3 Nights

A 4 Day fly-in Safari to what is without a doubt our favourite lodges in the Timbavati Reserve, and that is Motswari Lodge, with the chance to spot the Big 5 including Lion, Rhino, Leopard, Elephant and buffalo as well as Cheetah amongst others.

Walking South Africa

14 Days / 13 Nights

14 Days discovering the wildlife of the Kruger National Park, hiking in the Swaziland mountains, Zululand and her wildlife as well as shorelines connected with KwaZulu-Natal, in advance of heading into the Drakensberg mountains.