Royal Malewane

Greater Kruger

Royal Malewane

Set within the game-rich Timbavati game reserve in the Greater Kruger region, Royal Malewane features six beautifully-appointed suites, each with wraparound wilderness views. The experienced guides and master trackers at Royal Malewane are skilled at locating resident game bringing you up close to big cats, elephants and rhino. The tranquility of the Royal Malewane Spa offers a respite from the heat and thrill of safaris. Evening feasts under the African stars are laid out by a team of chefs qualified as Chaîne des Rôtisseurs Blazon. The opulent Royal Malewane has been completely renovated to further enhance your safari experience. An additional new villa, The Farmstead, for the private use of family & friends on safari.

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Wildlife + activities
- Location:
  Thornybush Private Game Reserve
  
  Region:
  Greater Kruger Area
  
  What you’ll see:
  Featuring Big Five Game Viewing, home to lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino in the shared 32,000-acre Thornybush reserve.
  
  Activities available:
  Morning & evening guided game drives in shared 6 seater vehicles and walking safaris.
  
  Extra cost excursions available at Royal Malewane:
  - Scenic Helicopter flight with views of canyons, waterfalls and rock formations around the Drakensburg Range.
  - Hot Air Ballooning.
  - Blyde River Canyon Cruise with a picnic lunch.
  - Golfing at the Leopard Creek Championship Golf Estate surrounded by giraffe, impala and hippo along the Crocodile River.
  Guided Safaris® Bespoke
  Ask about a privately-hosted Specialist Safari with our top-end private guides at Royal Malewane in a private landrover. Fantastic option for photography enthusiasts and families. Advance request only, available at extra cost.
Accommodation at Royal Malewane
- What you’ll love at Royal Malewane
  - Total number of rooms: 16 rooms at lodge
  - 6 Luxury Suites with views at Royal Malewane
  - 2 Royal Suites (2-room) for 4 persons each
  - 1 Stand-alone 6-suite ‘Africa House’
  - All rooms have a private deck & pool each
  - All colonial-theme suites are individually styled
  - All Meals & Drinks inclusive of stay
  - Clawsfoot bathtubs with wilderness views
  - Charlotte Rhys designer toiletries
  - Includes meals: full mini bar, teas and coffee;
  - Complimentary transfer from airstrip to lodge
  - Complimentary WiFi & Laundry service
  - Royal Malewane Spa: Dermalogica treatments, Gym, Heated pool, Steam Room & Jacuzzi.
  Luxury Suites at Royal Malewane
  Royal Malewane features six beautifully-appointed suites with private plunge pools in personal viewing decks. The Royal Malewane offers a Victorian safari element in its design. The spacious interiors are lavished with rare antiques and colonial artefacts.
  
  Royal Suites at Royal Malewane
  The lodge also features two Royal suites that are perfect for two couples or a family traveling together. Available at supplemental cost, The Royal Suite and The Malewane Suite offer two master bedrooms with private lounges and dining areas. Featuring private rim flow pools on on ultra-large deck areas, these suites offer a Spa & wilderness experience.
  Note: All activities are privately guided with the Royal Suites and your stay includes complimentary massage treatments.
  The Africa Villa is run as a completely separate lodge for the private use of up to 12 guests and comes with a house chef, butler and private guides. The design is influenced by period antiques and artifacts. Please view our Family Safaris for new ideas on a private charter lodge experience
  
  New addition: The Farmstead at Royal Malewane
  
  Waters of Royal Malewane Spa - Download the Spa Menu
What to pack
- Flights to Royal Malewane
  Depending on your international arrival and departure plans we can arrange for connecting domestic flights from major airports in South Africa to be packaged into your entire stay.
  
  Helpful travel info
  Luggage weight for safari flights: 44lbs per person, packed in a medium-sized duffel bag with no wheels. Suitcases and hard luggage not permitted.
  
  Packing notes & Safari clothing
  Given the ease of daily complimentary laundry service you do not need to pack much. Our camps are informal and guests are requested to dress comfortably for the season and adventure ahead. A Complete Safari Packing List will be provided with your Guided Safaris® travel confirmation when purchasing our packages.
Family safaris
- Traveling to Africa with family or friends? Try out our upgraded Royal Malewane suites:
  
  Royal Suites - 2 units available, known as The Royal Suite and The Malewane Suite, which comes with all safari activities privately guided and customized for our guests.
  
  The Africa Villa is a private unit that can accommodate up to 12 guests on safari in your own exclusive lodge setting with a Private Guide and team of staff dedicated to looking after you.
  
  The Farmstead and Farmhouse, opening June 2019, will be the epitome of the Royal Malewane experience with 3 luxury suites each and a private dining area, gym, lounge and exclusive spa lounge, all set away from the main lodge for increased exclusivity.
Rates + Seasons
- Green Season
  Mar 1 - May 31, 2022
  
  $ 2,094
  
  Price per person per night
  Includes all meals, drinks &
  safari activities
  
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  Peak Season
  Jun 1 - Aug 31, 2022
  
  $ 2,219
  
  Price per person per night
  Includes all meals, drinks &
  safari activities
  
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  Prime Season
  Sep 1 - Dec 19, 2022
  
  $ 2,094
  
  Price per person per night
  Includes all meals, drinks &
  safari activities
  
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  Off-Peak Season
  Dec 20 - Dec 31, 2022
  
  $ 2,219
  
  Price per person per night
  Includes all meals, drinks &
  safari activities
  
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  What’s included?
  
  Your stay at Royal Malewane will include:
  Luxury safari accommodation at Royal Malewane
  
  All meals, lunch and dinner accompanied with Fine Wine
  
  Full American breakfast made-to-order daily
  
  Complimentary in-room minibar and cocktails
  
  Premier Wines from the Malewane cellars
  
  All game drives led by rangers and master trackers
  
  Traditional afternoon tea service with canapes
  
  Complimentary laundry service
  
  All applicable taxes and reserve fees
  
  Complimentary in-suite WiFi at lodge
  
  Price Excludes: Flights to Royal Malewane, Single supplement.