Motswari Private Game Reserve by NEWMARK
Motswari Private Game Reserve by NEWMARK
- View
- Swimming Pool
- Free WiFi
- Terrace
- Balcony
- Free parking
- Bath
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking rooms
- Safety deposit box
About this property
Motswari is a luxury family-owned lodge situated within the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve. Guests can experience bush trails with trained guides and spend evenings in the wilderness, eating authentic open-air boma meals. The airy lodges at the Motswari Private Game Reserve feature thatched roofs, each equipped with air conditioning and unrivalled savannah views from large wooden decks. They combine traditional décor with a designer touch and include a lounge and bathrooms with bathtub. The accommodation is relaxed and guests can benefit from an outdoor pool, a library and free Wi-Fi in public areas. Two game drives per day are included in the rates at Motswari, and occur at sunrise and sunset.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Airport shuttle
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Family rooms
- Bar
- Breakfast
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Robert
United Kingdom“Superior experience, we saw the big five in the first 2 Game Drives. Hayden & Patrick( tracker and driver )were fun to be with, knowledgeable and friendly all times , went that extra mile to find the animals we wanted to look out for. Noah, Tim &...” - Peter
Netherlands“The location, the staff, the food, the driver and tracker” - Faith
Singapore“Clean and well kept with security ushering you thru the night to dinners” - Christopher
Australia“It was amazing. The rooms were excellent. With great views over the river, often frequented by animals. The food was terrific. Our guide and tracker, Noel and David, could not have been better. We saw the big 5 and much more- many giraffes, Zebra,...” - Jean Australia“Accommodation good, food very good. Each night they had dinner in a different area. A lovely boma one night. The bush brekki was different and nice. Prince looked after us well. Game drives excellent with wonderful sightings Lion, leopard,...”
- Ilana United Kingdom“Game drives were exciting and well organised. Great variety of food options, staff were all wonderful and always went above and beyond for guests. Camp was a good size with different areas to explore, pool area was a bit small.”
- Katharina
Austria“not cheap but worth the experience, the staff was exceptional and the game drives in the private nature reserve were something else! our bungalow was super clean and cozy, the food was really good and offered a great variety. also worth mentioning...” 
Teun Netherlands“Had an amazing stay at Motswari. Our room was clean and cozy, everyone super helpful and kind and food was great. The pool had a nice view over a creek where animals come to drink. The game drives were amazing, we did 6 and managed to see the big...”- Robert United Kingdom“I'm a bit uncomfortable with the staff having to rely on tips. Maybe it's a cultural thing 🤔....”
- Stephen United Kingdom“Everything worked like clock work. It is all very well organised. The breakfast was the best meal of the day for us (we are both vegetarians) There was plenty of variety of food. The staff were welcoming, very friendly and fun, nothing was...”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineAfrican
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceTraditional
House rules
Child policies
Children older than 6 years are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
Please note compulsory conservation levies per person per night are applicable and excluded from the rates. A gate entrance fee charged per vehicle is applicable and payable upon entrance to the reserve. Please contact the property directly for further information.
Scheduled daily flights between OR Tambo International Airport (Johannesburg) and Hoedspruit / Eastgate Airport take approximately 50 minutes, followed by a 50 minute road transfer to the lodge. Scheduled flights between Cape Town (6 times a week) and Hoedspruit take approximately 2 ½ hours, followed by a 50 minute road transfer to the lodge. Transfers can be arranged from Hoedspruit/Eastgate Airport to the lodge at an additional fee.
Guests choosing to drive from OR Tambo International Airport (Johannesburg) to the lodge are to make their own transfer arrangements – average travel time is 6/7 hours.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Motswari Private Game Reserve by NEWMARK in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.
