
Central Region
Makweti Lodge
5
Suites
Luxury
Lodge
01 — Overview
The safari lodge
This intimate lodge exudes the grace and charm of a bygone era. Named after the giant makweti trees that dominate the landscape, Makweti Safari Lodge is surrounded by pristine wilderness and the Indaba Lounge has been positioned to overlook a natural waterhole.
Makweti’s fine dining and excellent wines please even the most discerning palate. It is a member of Chaîne des Rôtisseurs for culinary excellence and candlelit gourmet dinners are served in the formal dining room or boma.

The index
Lodge facilities
Everything available to guests throughout your stay at Makweti.
- 01dining area
- 02boma
- 03WiFi
- 04viewing deck
02 — Gallery
Inside Makweti
03 — Accommodation
Accommodation
Five elegant thatch-and-stone suites make up Makweti. Each secluded haven is individually decorated with antique treasures and plush furnishings, to ensure complete comfort. Every one also flows on to a private deck, with inviting views of the wilderness beyond, and has a romantic clawfoot Victorian bathtub. The king-size beds can be divided into twins.
Four of the five suites have private plunge pools.
Amenities
- 01viewing deck
- 02indoor bathtub
- 03indoor shower
- 04outdoor shower
- 05mini bar
- 06tea & coffee station
- 07air conditioner
- 08hair dryer
- 09in-room safe
- 10wifi
- 11fan


04 — Activities
Safari experiences
Dawn and dusk safaris in an open safari vehicle, under the direction of an expert guide, are an integral part of the Makweti experience. A maximum of six guests are permitted on each vehicle, allowing everyone a coveted ‘window seat’.
- Game Drives
05 — Rates
Personalised quotes
We offer highly competitive and exclusive rates which are individually calculated. Please contact us for your personal quote. We understand that time is of the essence and we endeavour to respond to your request within 2-4hrs, during business hours.
Our consultants have visited and experienced the lodges that we book. Let us use our experience to assist you with booking your holiday.
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