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3. Bush & Fynbos Villas, Gondwana Game
Reserve
Gondwana Game Reserve is a luxury safari destination on
South Africa’s Garden Route, less than a four-hour drive from
Cape Town International Airport.

The reserve covers 11 000 hectares and offers a distinctive
free-roaming, Big Five safari experience. Guests can choose
from various accommodation options, including standalone
safari suites, bush villas, Kwena Lodge, Tented Eco Camp,
Ulubisi House, and exclusive glamping getaways.

The reserve provides world-class tourist facilities and
attractions on its doorstep, including championship golf
courses, great swimming and surfing beaches, and attractive
coastal towns. Activities on offer include game drives,
mountain biking, guided bush walks and conservation
activities.

Gondwana Game Reserve also offers a fun Junior Ranger Bush & Fynbos Villas, Gondwana Game Reserve
programme for children.

4. Royal Malewane Africa House, Thornybush
Game Reserve Makanyi Private Game Lodge, Timbavati Game Reserve
Located within Thornybush Private Game Reserve, Royal
Malewane Africa House is approximately an hour from the
Hoedspruit Eastgate Airport. This exclusive villa provides a
self-contained space that sleeps up to 12 guests. It was built
specifically for families or small groups wanting to spend
quality time together.

Guests at the Royal Malewane can enjoy all the amenities of
the main lodge, including access to a private chef and butler.
The villa is beautifully decorated and provides stunning
views of the surrounding landscape. You can relax in the
welcoming dining room, lounge or verandah, all of which
are perfect for relaxation, dining and socialising.

In addition to world-class hospitality, Royal Malewane Africa 5. Makanyi Private Game Lodge, Timbavati
House offers exciting safari drives that take place in the early Game Reserve
mornings and late afternoons. During these drives, you’ll The Timbavati Game Reserve borders the Kruger National
have a chance to see magnificent animals, including the Big Park to the north and east. It offers a vast array of wildlife,
Five, and over 500 species of birds. which includes the Big Five. It also protects sustainable
populations of many endangered species such as black and
Royal Malewane Africa House, Thornybush Game Reserve white rhinoceros, pangolins, and many others. All in all, there
are over 40 mammal species in the Timbavati as well as 360
species of bird life.

This lodge is perfect for families who enjoy a more intimate
atmosphere. Makanyi has six luxury suites, including a
two-bedroom family suite. The lodge’s exclusive use policy
ensures privacy and personalised service.

The EleFun Centre provides educational and entertaining
activities for children, while the lodge offers exciting night
drives and walking safaris.

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