Makweti Safari Lodge is nestled within Welgevonden Game Reserve, a malaria-free wilderness of some 40,000-hectares. Welgevonden ranks among Southern Africa’s largest and most pristine private game reserves.
Welgevonden forms part of the greater, UNESCO-declared Waterberg Biosphere Reserve. This biosphere is characterised by high-plateau geology, magnificent cloudscapes, crystalline streams and an immense diversity of wild species. (While perfect for indigenous plants and animals, the Waterberg’s soils are largely unsuitable for farming or forestry – hence the region has remained unspoiled across the centuries.)
Makweti is perfectly placed for exploration of the entire Welgevonden Game Reserve. While guests are not permitted to drive their own vehicles within the Reserve, our expertly guided, open-vehicle safaris can take you on any variety of interesting routes.
Situated in the heart of “Big Five” (elephant, rhino, buffalo, lion and leopard) wilderness terrain, within a UNESCO Biosphere.
Panoramic surroundings: a waterhole on your doorstep, plus teak decks overlooking Makweti Gorge
RATES INCLUDE
Accommodation in luxury suites, all meals, teas and coffee refreshments. Two safari activities per day, including game drives in open vehicles and walking safaris with a Makweti guide. Return scheduled transfers (13:00) from Welgevonden Game Reserve Main Gate or the Welgevonden Airstrip to Makweti Safari Lodge. Rates are subject to change without prior notice.
RATES EXCLUDE
Beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic), cigars, and items of a personal nature. Conservation levy charged per bed night @ R165.00 (subject to change) – collected on departure from all guests. Gratuities are not included.
MAKING A RESERVATION
Reservation requests must be received in writing. A 25% non-refundable deposit confirms a reservation or full prepayment if the reservation is made less than 4 weeks prior to arrival. Full and final payment is due at least 4 weeks prior to arrival.
IN CASE OF A CANCELLATION
Cancellation of any booking must be received in writing.
The following cancellation penalties apply:
From reservation date to
- 30 days prior to travel date: deposit forfeited
- 30 – 15 days prior to travel date: 50% of the total cost is forfeited
- 14 – 0 days prior to travel date: 100% of the total cost is forfeited
The onus is on all guests to ensure that they have adequate travel insurance to cover themselves in the event of a cancellation
Transfers are available by road or by air to Makweti. Please refer to our Johannesburg office for rates.
Rates are valid at the time of booking, but until such time as full and final payment has been received the price is subject to change without notice. In the unlikely event of there being an unscheduled extension of a booking caused by bad weather, strikes or any other matter beyond our control, it is understood that expenses incurred will be for the passenger's account.
Delightful safari experiences at Makweti are assured by an astounding diversity of wild species, including the “Big Five”; by natural densities of wildlife; and by superbly qualified guides.
Makweti’s guides are, moreover, mature experts, proven in their dedication to introducing you to our wildlife, ecology, and the African folk-wisdom imbued in our environment.
While most of our safaris are conducted in an open vehicle, walking safaris can be tailored, on request, to your special wildlife or ecological interests. All bush walks would be by prior arrangement and are subject to availability.
Vital to any true safari experience is a certain quality of stillness. Wild animals follow their own sense of time and space, and the greater your personal sense of stillness – or peace, or well-being – the more you will experience. In making your stay comfortable, secure and exclusive, Makweti aims to maximize both your inner peace and the pleasure of your safari.
