With its warm mineral springs, ample wildlife & regular excursions into the surrounding area Makutsi Main Camp has been welcoming guests to this part of Africa for over 30 years. In combination with Makutsi Tented Camp, they offer a mix of experience, comfort and adventure on foot. Nestled on top of a range of Koppies (rocky outcrops), offering an unspoilt view of the Drakensburg Mountains & lowveld, the focus of Makutsi Tented Camp is to offer you the adventure of walking safaris. Get close and personal with nature, and let experienced Nature Guides show you all the stories it has to tell.
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Overview
First 5 singles No Single Supplement!
Itinerary Highlights:
- Relax in the two warm thermal mineral water pools between safaris and excursions
- Enjoy your own private safari whilst walking in camp or sitting on their private terrace, as the unfenced camp allows for the free roaming of monkeys, elephants and more
- See the unspoilt view of the Drakensburg Mountains & lowveld at the Makutsi Tented Safari Camp
- Follow animal tracks and get up close and personal with nature on foot
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Day 1: Airport to Makutsi Main Camp
On arrival at Hoedspruit/Phalaborwa Airport, you are met and transferred to Makutsi Safari Springs Main Camp. After a short briefing, you might still have time to enjoy the pool or visit the Hippo Hide. Dinner at Main Camp is served in a traditional open “Lapa”.
Day 2: Makutsi Main Camp - Simba Safari
This morning is at your leisure. Enjoy the warm mineral pools or your own private safari while sitting on your terrace, reading a good book. Depart Makutsi at 3pm for a 5-hour game drive. Around sunset, light snacks and drinks will be enjoyed during a short Sundowner break. After snacks, continue your safari in search of the various nocturnal animals. Take a jacket along in winter, as it can get chilly once the sun disappears. Return to Makutsi Main Camp around 8pm when dinner will be served.
Day 3: Rhino Safari & Makutsi Tented Camp Sleep Out
Enjoy a 3-hour game drive in the early morning. Return to Main Camp for breakfast. Depart Main Camp early afternoon on a short game drive that will take you to Makutsi Tented Camp. After settling in, it’s time for your first short walking safari before returning to Tented Camp for sunset. Overnight at Makutsi Tented Camp.
Day 4: Makutsi Tented Camp Sleep Out
Early moning depart Tented Camp for a 3-4 hour walking safari. Return to camp for breakfast and spend the day relaxing in camp around the pool or on your private deck overlooking the waterhole, enjoying the peace and quiet of the bush. After a late lunch, depart for another 3-4 hour walking safari, and return to camp in time for sunset. Overnight at Makutsi Tented Camp.
Day 5: Makutsi Tented Camp - Makutsi Main Camp
Depart early morning for a short walking safari, and return to camp for breakfast. Check out of Tented Camp late morning for a short game drive on the way back to Main Camp. Spend the afternoon relaxing around the mineral pools or reading a book on your private terrace.
Day 6: Makutsi Main Camp - Blyde River Canyon
After breakfast depart at 9am for a day of sightseeing of the breathtaking Drakensberg Mountains and Blyde River Canyon. Several stops are made along theway, including the Bourke’s Luck Potholes and the Three Rondavels Viewpoint overlooking the Blyde Dam. Changes to the itinerary can be made subject to weather conditions. A lunch stop will be made (at own expense) before returning to Makutsi around 4pm. This day offers opportunities to purchase locally made crafts and curios.
Day 7: Makutsi Main Camp to Airport
After breakfast depart for Hoedspruit/Phalaborwa Airport.
Departs Daily
| Dates | Room | From | Special Offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Nov 2024 - 31 Oct 2025 | AUD$2275pp | ||
| African Style Rondavel (Bungalow) | AUD$2275pp | First 5 singles No Single Supplement! | |
| 01 Nov 2025 - 31 Oct 2026 | AUD$2475pp |
PLEASE NOTE: Makutsi closes annually for three weeks each June for a scheduled break and maintenance.
- 2025: closed 7 June to 29 June 2025
- 2026: closed 6 June to 28 June 2026
About the Hotel
Room Types
African Style Rondavel (Bungalow)
These bungalows feature en-suite bathrooms with hot and cold water, electricity, a mini-bar, coffee/tea facilities, ceiling fans, air-cons, mosquito nets and a private terrace with lounge chair. Bath and pool towels are provided in rooms.
Whats included?
- Return Airport Transfers
- 4 Nights at Main Camp
- 2 Nights at Tented Camp
- Daily Breakfast & Dinner
- 1 x 3-hour Game Drive
- 1 x 5-hour Game Drive
- Blyde River Canyon excursion
- Daily Walking Safaris from Tented Camp
What’s not included?
- Any item not mentioned as included
Notes
PLEASE NOTE: Makutsi closes annually for three weeks each June for a scheduled break and maintenance.
- 2025: closed 7 June to 29 June 2025
- 2026: closed 6 June to 28 June 2026
Surrounded by thousands of hectares of private bushveld, Makutsi Tented Camp can sleep up to 8 people in 4 twin/double safari tents under thatch. All tents have electricity, a private covered deck, standing fan as well as an en-suite bathroom with hot/cold showers and flush toilets.
- Please note the itinerary is subject to change, you will receive your final itinerary on the day of arrival.
- Not for children under 16 years of age
- First 5 singles no single supplement, thereafter 25% supplement of package price charged per single
- Minimum pax needed to confirm a Tented Camp sleep out: 2 pax
- Max Group size for Tented Camp 4-5 pax
- Latest possible arrival at Makutsi is 16h00
- When organising a transfer to MQP, don’t book the early flight. Earliest possible flight is the 11h35 departure.
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