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    Motswari Private Game Reserve

    677 Reviews
    #1 of 17 Specialty Lodging in Timbavati Private Nature Reserve
    Kruger National Park 2021, South Africa
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          1 - 5 of 552 reviews

          Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile
          A fantastic bushbreak

          We spent 5 days in Motswari and had a fantastic time. Being locals and essentially spoilt for choice, we were looking for a game viewing experience in comfortable surroundings that didn't break the bank. And I think that Notswari certainly met the criteria. The lodge...More

          2  Thank heierlidiane
          Response from MotswariLodge, General Manager at Motswari Private Game ReserveResponded 3 weeks ago

          Thank you for taking the time to review Motswari. Your kind words means so much to us and we are delighted that you had such a great and memorable safari experience. We are looking forward to welcoming you back soon! Kind regards Adriaan

          Reviewed 4 weeks ago
          Trip of a lifetime

          Thank you for the most incredible experience. We returned home overwhelmed by the friendliness of the staff, the incredibly beautiful surroundings of the lodge, the delicious food and the amazing luck we had spotting animals. This lodge is world class and the guides (Angie and...More

          Thank Eon d
          Response from MotswariLodge, General Manager at Motswari Private Game ReserveResponded 3 weeks ago

          Thank you so much for your review of Motswari. We are delighted that you felt at home and that you had such wonderful adventures and experiences. We highly value your appreciation of the skillsets of individuals that you interacted with and we are thrilled that...More

          Reviewed 3 May 2017
          One of the greatest experiences in our life.

          After 60 kilometers of driving across pure nature in the Timbavati park with the last 4 kilometers on a gray road you arrive in the paradise of Montswari. Our lodge named lion had the perfect African Atmosphere, borders to perfection with a view on a...More

          Thank Gerard Z
          Response from MotswariLodge, General Manager at Motswari Private Game ReserveResponded 7 May 2017

          Thank you for taking the time to review Motswari. Your kind words means so much to us and we are delighted that you had such a great and memorable safari experience. We highly value your recognition of the individual skillsets of your guide and tracker...More

          Reviewed 1 May 2017
          Amazing Trip - Upclose Big 5 Sightings (By Pro Event Planner)

          Picky traveler and foodie, so I was worried being in the middle of God's country with no other options. Motswari did a great job of putting my fears to an end. Understanding that you are not in the city, I will give you my pros...More

          1  Thank JabsPOV
          Response from MotswariLodge, General Manager at Motswari Private Game ReserveResponded 2 May 2017

          Thank you for taking the time to review Motswari in such detail. Your kind words mean so much to us and we are delighted that you had such an enjoyable first safari experience. We highly value your constructive feedback and thank you for recognising the...More

          Reviewed 30 April 2017
          Nice but not exclusive and a few animal species

          The lodge is nice, the room excellent ( save for the fungi-infested shower), the meals mediocre, and inferior to those in other, similarly priced establishments, Service very friendly and very good (bar) or friendly yet incompetent (reception). The main asset of the lodge is that...More

          1  Thank Jelle71
          Response from MotswariLodge, General Manager at Motswari Private Game ReserveResponded 3 May 2017

          Thank you for your review of Motswari. We highly value your constructive feedback and thank you for highlighting your areas of concern. As you have rightly pointed out Motswari is a private game reserve adjacent to and with no fence between us and the greater...More

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          • US$431 - US$1 222 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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          Hendrik K
          What is the Malaria situation now. Do we need to take medication or will deet spray prevention do?
          13 June 2017|
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          Response from MotswariLodge | Property representative |
          It is always good to consult with your Physician, however we are currently in a low risk period and there have been no new cases of malaria reported for the past two months in our area. There are also insect repellent... More
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          Olivia L
          Hi- how can I book transportation from and to the airport? Thanks!
          25 May 2017|
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          please contact reservations at 0027 21 427 5900 during office hours or reservations at newmark hotels
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