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9.6 / 10 Guest Rating

Motswari Private Game Reserve by NEWMARK

Enkhulu Gate, Argyle Road, Timbavati Game Reserve, za

Motswari Private Game Reserve by NEWMARK - main view

About the Property

Luxury Family-Owned Lodge in Timbavati Private Nature Reserve

Bush Trails and Authentic Dining
Guests at Motswari can enjoy guided bush trails and dine on authentic open-air boma meals, providing a true wilderness experience.

Thatched Roof Lodges with Savannah Views
The airy lodges feature thatched roofs, air conditioning, and large wooden decks with unrivalled savannah views, blending traditional décor with a designer touch.

Relaxed Accommodation with Exciting Amenities
Guests can relax in the outdoor pool, explore the library, and stay connected with free Wi-Fi. Two daily game drives offer wildlife encounters at sunrise and sunset.

Experience the luxury of Motswari Private Game Reserve - book now for an unforgettable stay!

Facilities & Amenities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out11:00 AM

Property Notes

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.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. A deposit may be required at the property.

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Guest Reviews

9.6
Exceptional195 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the luxurious accommodations and frequently praise the friendly and accommodating staff.

Categories

Cleanliness9.2
Service9.9
Location9.7
Room Quality9.7
Amenities9.2
Value for Money9.6
Food and Beverage9.9
Overall Experience9.7

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antonellaitIT
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Sep 17, 2025

"Tutto fantastico, cibo meraviglioso, sia per il gusto che per la presentazione."

10.0

Sono tornata qui dopo 16 anni, l’ho trovata un po’ cambiata ( nel numero di alloggi soprattutto) ma ha mantenuto il suo fascino. Personale attento e gentile e guide durante i game drive fantastiche

Il fatto che dopo cena si può stare solo nel boma o in camera perché si viene accompagnati

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RobertgbGB
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couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Aug 31, 2025

"Phenomenal experience"

10.0

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 & Prince provided a service with a smile in the restaurant and bar, even remembered our tipple. Food was so delicious and plentiful. The whole team work incredibly well together, this was a holiday of a lifetime , phenomenal hospitality. This is a bucket list holiday for sure. Well worth paying premium rate. You get what you pay for , definitely recommend. Allow for extra cash for the tips , recommendations 600-700 rands per day for driver & tracker , then the support team. The leave as a Family is definitely true , the singing and dancing memories made in the heart forever . Take dark trainers …. It’s very dusty! Thank you.

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PeternlNL
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couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Aug 18, 2025

"The best place to be, we will be back"

10.0

The location, the staff, the food, the driver and tracker

Nothing, everything was perfect

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LígiabrBR
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couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jul 25, 2025

"Exceptional"

10.0

Dw tudo! Foi perfeito

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FaithsgSG
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couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jul 22, 2025

"My stay at Motswari was nothing short of magical—surrounded by the wild, disconnected from the digital, and deeply conne"

10.0

Clean and well kept with security ushering you thru the night to dinners

There’s no internet in the room—turns out it’s intentional, so we can really disconnect and be closer to nature. Kinda refreshing, actually.

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Angelo FaucegliaitIT
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couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jul 8, 2025

"Perfezione e professionalità"

10.0

Tutto perfetto. Dall'accoglienza, alla professionalità dello staff e delle guide. Game drive avvincenti, abbiamo visto più volte tutti i big five. Il cibo merita un apprezzamento particolare. Ottima qualità e tutte le pietanze studiate nel dettaglio per non lasciare mai nulla al caso.

Nulla!

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ChristopherauAU
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family with young children
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 4, 2025

"Outstanding- amazing accommodation, food and game drives."

10.0

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, hippo etc. we arrived about 1pm. Lunch is at 2.30, game drive 3.30-6.30pm, dinner at 7.30pm. On the day we left we did the normal 6.30-9.30am game drive, followed by a wonderful brunch at 9.30am. We left at 11. So you get a lot extra. For 3 nights we had 6 game drives. There was good hot water, comfortable beds, great leather chairs with a nice balcony. There is also a nice pool. All staff were super friendly and helpful.

Nothing- it was outstanding.

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AruninIN
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family with young children
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 1, 2025

"Exceptional"

10.0
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JeanauAU
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young couple
Standard Room
Stayed in May 21, 2025

"Enjoyed all the animal sightings and staff excellent as well as food and accommodation"

10.0

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, elephant, giraffe etc our game driver Hayden was very informative and Patrick our tracker was good. Enjoyed the drinks stop in the evening and early morning coffee on drives. Went to the main Motswari camp for lunch one day. This was our 3rd visit to Motswari several staff remembered us Timothy got a big hug from him.

We had wanted to return to Motswari main camp but they upgraded us to the Health Retreat we were a bit cross about this!

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DalenezaZA
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group
Standard Room
Stayed in May 17, 2025

"Very good"

8.0
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