Makanyi is an intimate eight-suite safari lodge nestled within a pristine wilderness area in the Timbavati Nature Reserve, adjoining the iconic Kruger National Park in South Africa.

Perfect for guests seeking exclusivity and exceptional game viewing, the lodge is situated in the quieter southern sector of the reserve, where a low density of safari vehicles ensures an authentic and uncrowded wildlife experience with unrestricted time spent at sightings.

With only three safari vehicles traversing 8,000 hectares of untouched bushveld, guests enjoy a true sense of privacy and immersion in the African wilderness.

Renowned for its warm, homely atmosphere, attentive hospitality, exceptional cuisine, and meticulous attention to detail, Makanyi offers a refined yet welcoming safari experience.

The lodge welcomes guests aged 12 years and older, unless booked exclusively for private use.

Makanyi continues to be recognised among the world’s finest safari lodges in the prestigious Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards. In 2026, Makanyi was voted the #1 Lodge in South Africa by US readers and the #4 Lodge in South Africa by UK readers, following its remarkable 2024 achievement of being voted the #1 Resort in South Africa and #2 Resort in the World in the combined US and UK awards. In 2025, Makanyi was also ranked the #4 Lodge in South Africa.