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      Africa House at Royal Malewane

      Thornybush Game Reserve, Greater Kruger, South Africa

      Africa House at Royal Malewane

      Thornybush Game Reserve, Greater Kruger, South Africa

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      Africa House at Royal Malewane is an exclusive-use luxury safari villa offering one of the most private and elevated safari experiences in the Greater Kruger. Designed for families and groups seeking complete seclusion, Africa House combines the comfort of a private residence with the service and guiding excellence of a world-class safari lodge.

      Set within the renowned Thornybush Game Reserve, the villa provides exceptional Big Five game viewing in a private concession known for its abundant wildlife and immersive bush experiences. Guests enjoy uninterrupted safari moments with a dedicated guide, tracker, and private game drive vehicle, ensuring fully tailored daily activities.

      Africa House is thoughtfully designed to feel like a sophisticated African home, blending bold, contemporary interiors with traditional African influences. Spacious living areas, elegant suites, and expansive outdoor spaces create a relaxed yet refined atmosphere ideal for multi-generational travel or private group escapes.

      Africa House features two sets of interleading rooms. The first set includes rooms 3 and 5, while the second set includes rooms 4 and 6. These interconnecting rooms allow families to stay close together while still enjoying their own private spaces. Four of the rooms have king size beds (1, 2, 3 and 4), while rooms 5 and 6 each have two twin beds (which can be combined to create king size beds if required).

      A dedicated team, including a private chef and attentive staff, delivers highly personalised service, from curated dining experiences to flexible meal times enjoyed indoors or under the African sky. Every detail is designed to ensure comfort, privacy, and ease throughout the stay.

      Perfect for families or friends travelling together, Africa House offers a rare combination of exclusivity, space, and flexibility. Whether enjoying morning game drives, unwinding by the pool, or sharing evenings around the fire, guests experience safari living at its most private and refined in the heart of the Greater Kruger.

      Reserve
      • Name
        Thornybush Game Reserve, Greater Kruger, South Africa
      • Size
        14,000 hectares sharing an unfenced boarder with the Greater Kruger National Park
      Children

      All ages welcome

      Fast Facts
      • Air Conditioner
      • Camp Fenced
      • Child Friendly
      • Childminders
      • DSTV
      • Fans
      • Fireplace
      • Gym
      • Kiddies Activities
      • Malaria area
      • Off Road
      • Outside Shower
      • Pool
      • Spa Treatments
      • Tracker
      • Wi-Fi
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      Why We Love It
      • Filled with vibrant colours and an electric mix of antiques
      • Guests have a private chef, butler, housekeepers, ranger, tracker and game drive vehicle ensure that service is tailor-made to guest requirements with children of all ages being welcome
      • Spa treatment with views of the wild
      • Unbeatable game-rich location
      • Fly-in air charters
      • Children welcome
      Details
      • Maximum Number of Guests: 12
      • Beds: 6
      • Bathrooms: 6
      • Setting: Overlooking the African bushveld
      Activities
      • Bird Watching
      • Garden Tours
      • Rhino Tracking
      • Bush Walks
      • The Bush Spa
      Children

      All ages welcome

      Children Game Drive Policy
      • Children of all ages are permitted on game drives in a private vehicle
      Guests per Safari Vehicle

      8 Guests

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      Rates Include
      • Luxurious, exclusive-use accommodation
      • All meals and snacks
      • Wi-Fi
      • Full mini-bar
      • South African reserve wines and beverages (excluding French Champagne)
      • Transfers to/from Jackalberry Airstrip
      • All coffees and speciality teas
      • Laundry service
      • (1 to 8 guests) includes one private safari vehicle with a dedicated Ranger and Tracker
      • (9 to 12 guests) includes two private safari vehicles with a dedicated Ranger and Tacker
      • Private services including a chef, housekeeper and butler
      Closest Airport

      Hoedspruit – Eastgate Airport

      Drive Time

      5.5 hours from Johannesburg

      40 minutes from Hoedspruit

      Reserve
      • Name
        Thornybush Game Reserve, Greater Kruger, South Africa
      • Size
        14,000 hectares sharing an unfenced boarder with the Greater Kruger National Park
      Location
      • Malewane Lodge at Royal Malewane, Amanda, South Africa

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      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

      All ages welcome

      Important Notes
      • A conservation fee of R 460 per person per booking is applicable to all reservations.
      • For guests flying in, Landing Fees of R 225 per person per landing is applicable.
      • All fees quoted are subject to change & will either be pre-paid or settled directly to the Lodge on departure.

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