This pristine South Africa Nature Reserve is home to Rhino, Buffalo and Leopard as well as rare game and bird species – the Suni antelope and Narina Trogon. Guests enjoy secluded bush accommodation and safaris in a varied landscape. Makhasa is located near the Big Five Hluhluwe / Umfolozi Reserve and Mkuze Game Reserve.
Makhasa boasts an abundance of wildlife due to the unique diversity of vegetation. Five distinct habitats include Sand Forest, Broad-leaved Woodland, Thornveld, Ilala Veld and Sand Thicket. Whether it is walking in the sand forest or driving the open plains, guests are provided with excellent opportunities for countless wildlife sightings.
Makhasa Nature Reserve in KwaZulu-Natal is a bird watching paradise, with an abundance of species around the lodge itself. On the reserve there are many watering spots for great game sightings. Makhasa’s largest span of water is great for canoeing trips to the islands to experience Africa on water.
Expert staff at Makhasa prepare sumptuous buffet meals which are served in the dining room or around a camp fire in the boma (open-air enclosure). The dining room overlooks the waterhole and the fully stocked bar is open all day. Cocktails are served on the main deck and romantic meals can be arranged on the guest’s cabin deck. Bush dinners and breakfasts are also a popular and exciting activity whilst on safari.
Facilities and Services
- 3 star graded lodge with 3 meals a day
- Reception
- Telephone, internet access via satellite
- Fax service
- Credit Cards accepted
- Dining room and lantern lit boma
- Fully stocked bar and snack menu
- Comfortable lounge and reading area
- Tea and coffee always available in the lounge and chalets
- Dietary requirements catered for with advance notice
- Safe drinking water
