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    Motswari Private Game Reserve

    Timbavati & Umbabat Private Game Reserve, Greater Kruger National Park

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    Overview

    An African dream beckons – one that is defined by extraordinary scenery, an authentic atmosphere and warm hospitality. Guests arrive as visitors and leave as friends. This is Motswari Private Game Reserve, a family-owned and operated luxury safari lodge. Here, majestic creatures, including the Big Five, offer incredible viewing opportunities as they bask in their natural habitat. Motswari means “to conserve and protect” in Tswana and that is what the reserve aims to do.

    Motswari Private Game Reserve, located within the Timbavati and Umbabat Private Nature Reserve, stretches out over 18,000 hectares. It has been in existence for over four decades and its friendly staff members are intrinsic to its success. Great emphasis is placed on personal attention, ensuring that each guest instantly feels at home in this stunning setting. Artworks by owner, Marion Geiger-Orengo, additionally bring the lodge to life and add to its visual appeal.

    About Timbavati & Umbabat Private Game Reserve

    The Timbavati & Umbabat Private Game Reserve is located in the Greater Kruger area and shares a common unfenced border with the Kruger National Park. This means animals roam freely and ensuring guests to the area an opportunity to view the greatest diversity of wildlife that Africa has to offer. View the big game from open vehicles, on foot or from the comfort of your room as you experience timeless Africa. Escape from the grind of daily life and succumb to the tranquil wilderness of the Timbavati & Umbabat Private Game Reserve in South Africa. Currently over 40 mammal species are listed as resident in the Timbavati & Umbabat, including the Big 5 - Lion, Leopard, Rhino, Buffalo and Elephant, as well as endangered species such as the Wild Dog and Cheetah.  There is also an abundance of birdlife, with a total of 360 species of bird listed – perfect for birdwatching.

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    Reserve
    • Name
      Timbavati & Umbabat Private Game Reserve, Greater Kruger National Park
    • Size
      53,000 hectares
    Children

    6+ welcome

    Fast Facts
    • Big 5
    • Malaria area
    • Tracker
    • Off Road
    • Bush Walks
    • Camp Unfenced
    • Wi-Fi
    • Cellphone Signal
    • Pool
    • Outside Shower
    • Air Conditioner
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    • Greater Kruger National Park
    Why We Love It
    • Open to the Kruger National Park and playing host to Africa’s Big Five is Motswari Private Game Reserve - one of South Africa’s safari jewels nestled within the Timbavati & Umbabat Private Game Reserve
    • Giraffe’s Nest is a private under-the-stars experience for two. At this special location, spend the day and night overlooking the Xanatsi Dam where animals frequently drink water. This is available to all guests of Motswari as an add-on to their safari experience
    • Part of the Newmark Hotels, Reserves, Lodges & Residences portfolio
    • Passionate staff intent on ensuring you have a relaxing and memorable stay
    • “Arrive as a visitor, leave as a friend”
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    Details
    • 15 Bungalows

    • Setting: Overlooking a riverbed
    Activities
    • Game Drives
    • Bush Walks, on request and at an additional cost
    • Overnight bush hiking and camping sleep-out experience
    • In-Room Massages, available on request and must be organised in advance
    • Giraffe's Nest Sleep Under the Stars Experience
    • Boma Dinners

     

    Children

    6+ welcome

    Children Game Drive Policy
    • Children under 6 years of age may not participate in game drives and children aged 6 to 9 years may join game drives at the discretion of the guide
    • Persons should be 16 years or older for bush walks and 18 years or older for Giraffe’s Nest Overnight Experience
    Guests per Safari Vehicle

    8 Guests

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    Rates
    • From
      R 9,000
    • Rules
      Chat to one of our Travel Specialists for 'best available rates'
    • Validity Date
      Valid from 1 July 2025 until 30 November 2025
    • Prices are indicative. Please contact us for a comprehensive quotation.
    Rates Include
    • Luxury accommodation
    • All meals
    • Two daily game drives with a knowledgeable guide.
    • All drives include a selection of snacks, teas, coffees, hot chocolate, water and sundowners
    Closest Airport

    Hoedspruit – Eastgate Airport

    Drive Time

    6 hours, 30 minutes from Johannesburg

    3 hours, 40 minutes from Nelspruit

    1 hour, 30 minutes from Hoedspruit

    Reserve
    • Name
      Timbavati & Umbabat Private Game Reserve, Greater Kruger National Park
    • Size
      53,000 hectares
    Location
    • Motswari Private Game Reserve, South Africa

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    • Greater Kruger National Park
    Terms and Conditions
    • All rates quoted are per person per night sharing, unless otherwise stated
    • Please chat to one of our Game Lodge experts for the single accommodation & child rates
    • Our 'From' rate reflected is only an indication of the property's pricing. Once we have your exact dates, we will send through a detailed quotation
    • A number of our rates quoted are based on specials for SADC Residents
    • All accommodation will be subject to availability
    • All rates quoted are based on a minimum stay of two nights
    • Any applicable Conservation Levies & Park Fees will be quoted as an additional amount
    • When we specify ‘Off Road’, this applies to Big 5 sightings only
    • Bush Walks will often need to be pre-booked
    • Childminding is generally at an additional cost
    • For our comprehensive T's & C's, please see the link in our main 'navigation bar'
    Children

    6+ welcome

    Important Notes

    The following fees are applicable to all guests staying within the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve:

    • A Conservation Levy of R 650 per adult per night & R 325 per child per night (under 12 years)
    • SA Residents will currently pay R 325 per person per night (adults & children) for the Timbavati Levy
    • Gate Entrance Fee of R 300 per vehicle for self-drive guests. Payable at the gate and subject to change
    • All fees quoted are subject to change & will either be pre-paid or settled directly to the Lodge on departure.

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