Royal Malewane, Kruger Area, South Africa Vacations, Safari Tours and Luxury Travel Packages 

The joys of a bygone era await you at Royal Malewane, situated on a private reserve within the greater Kruger Area in South Africa. Accommodating a maximum of 20 guests in the utmost colonial splendour, Royal Malewane is an exclusive getaway for those who value privacy, personalised service and the best game viewing Africa has to offer.

The colonial style of the lodge is especially visible inside the suites, which feature a palatial air-conditioned bedroom/sitting room with a fireplace, antique furniture and canopied king-size bed as well as an extravagant bathroom with a window-side Victorian bath and indoor and outdoor showers. The suites luxurious interior appointments draw inspiration from the grand colonial ethos; neo-classical refuge in the raw uncompromising bush. Here, after a long day of exhilarating game viewing, you can journey into dream's domain draped in Ralph Lauren linen, as the lion-roars echo through your window of stars.

The main camp complex is the heart of Royal Malewane. African thatched-roof buildings house the library, shop, dining and reception areas. Furnished with rich antiques and Persian carpets, every fitting creates the feel of original colonial elegance.

There is a wonderful new gym and spa facility offering health and skincare therapy by internationally qualified in-house therapists. Guests may enjoy a treatment of their choice at the luxurious spa or in the sala, with only nature surrounding them. Alternatively, they may relax with a treatment in the complete privacy of their own suite.

The plains of Africa are stage to an age-old drama; the perpetual tale of the hunter and the hunted. Watch this gripping epic unfold before your eyes from the bushveld’s ultimate vantage point – The Royal & Malewane Suites.

Stretching out majestically in the shade of Acacia thorn and boasting panoramic views, the Royal & Malewane Suites are the pinnacle of refinement and opulence and are the largest in Africa at 210 square meters. These ultra luxurious private hideaways accommodate four guests each in two en-suite rooms, private lounge and dining facilities. Complimentary services include a private butler & chef, private game drives and up to 4 complimentary massages per suite per day. Dining is a grand affair with the very best china, silver and crystal set against crisp white napery. Only the wildlife witnesses guests relaxing in these private, ultra-luxurious suites.

Repose, refresh and rediscover yourself in the company of all things wild.

Royal Malewane is for those who would like to escape the constraints of modern life to experience a synthesis of wildest Africa and age-old colonial splendour. As the suites are set deep in the African bush - this unspoilt paradise may not suit those who seek a tame, sterile environment. Rather, it suits the more adventurous traveller who wants to experience true Africa.

We are normally able to accommodate requests for singles and since most groups mix together, guests travelling alone are unlikely to feel excluded.

Because of its unique size and exclusive nature, Royal Malewane is suited to being reserved in its entirety for family gatherings or close friends wishing to have the camp exclusively.

To appreciate all that Royal Malewane has to offer, we recommend a minimum of a two-night stay.

While the soul takes flight, the heart is well grounded in the warm hospitality and culinary eminence of Royal Malewane's creditable hosts.

World-class cuisine is the order of the day, with all meals, local beverages and house wines included. Guests are treated to a full breakfast, lunch and gourmet dinner - all expertly prepared by our award-winning chef, who is on hand to cater for any special preferences or requests, be it a favourite dish for dinner under starlight in the boma or in a magnificent Bedouin tent bedecked with Moroccan lanterns and Persian cushions. With a staff to guest ratio of better than 2:1, Royal Malewane is able to offer expert personalised service of the highest order.

We have handpicked a selection of South Africa's finest wines. Guests are welcome to visit our underground cellar and select from these sought-after vintages.

Cheetah Project
Hoedspruit Research And Breeding Centre

This one and a half hour tour begins on the hour every hour. The first tour begins at 08h00 and the last tour departs at 15h00. A video presentation is followed by the opportunity to view cheetah, African Wild Dog, Ground Hornbills and many other rare species in their natural habitat. The extended tour enables one to view the specialized breeding and rehabilitation camps for the Barbary Lion and Rhino.

Cheetah Project
Hoedspruit Research And Breeding Centre

This one and a half hour tour begins on the hour every hour. The first tour begins at 08h00 and the last tour departs at 15h00. A video presentation is followed by the opportunity to view cheetah, African Wild Dog, Ground Hornbills and many other rare species in their natural habitat. The extended tour enables one to view the specialized breeding and rehabilitation camps for the Barbary Lion and Rhino.

Valley Of The Olifants

This tour features the Cheetah and Endangered Wildlife Breeding Project and the Blyde River Canyon where the Escarpment rears 1900m above the Lowveld. We include a visit to Swadini Dam and the Museum in the Blyde River Canyon. A wonderful tour, featuring exquisite natural beauty and some of the excellent conservation work taking place in the area.

Moholoholo – Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre

Situated in the shadow of the majestic “Mariepskop” this unique conservancy is home to many wild animals. A visit to the Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation centre is an unforgettable experience. A wide variety of birds and animals can be seen here, where Brian Jones and his team nurture the injured and orphaned, rehabilitating them for release back to the wild wherever possible. Those that are not so fortunate, due to the nature and extent of their injuries, are cared for in captivity to educate the many people who visit Moholoholo each year. Guided tours through the Centre bring visitors in close contact with both common and rare species such as the Crowned and Martial eagles, Owls & Vultures as well as Serval, Wild Dogs, Lions, Leopard and many other animals and birds.

Helicopter Flights – Cascades & Canyon Spectacular

This exhilarating flight swoops over deep canyons bursting with vegetation and colour.
The Jetranger lingers above cascading waterfalls, allowing for spectacular photographic opportunities. Your flight will continue along the escarpment to God’s Window, which offers awesome panoramic views of the bushveld below and onto the fascinating and dramatic rock formations of the 1000-metre-deep, 30-kilometre-long Blyde River Canyon, and (the third deepest & greenest canyon in the World). You will have a bird’s eye view of the curious Three Rondavels. Landing at a sight with magnificent views of the Mpumalanga Lowveld, you will be served a delicious picnic accompanied by fine South African sparkling wine.

Hot Air Balloon Flights
Flights Over The African Wilderness

Experience the magic of lighter-than-air flight over the Lowveld Big Game areas adjoining the Kruger National Park. When game is spotted, the rather noisy main burners will be switched over to a “whisper” burner so as not to disturb the animals.

Golf Safari To Hans Merensky Golf Estate

A challenging 18 hole, Par 72 Championship Golf Course, where crocodile and hippo add spice to the normal “hazards” of a good game of golf. Enjoy this unique course, which extends over a vast area of indigenous bush, interspersed with tranquil pools and velvet greens.

Horse Riding Safaris

The horse trails are conducted on the beautiful Moholoholo Mountain View Game Reserve bordering the Blyde River Canyon. The Reserve is home to a vast variety of animals and birds such as eland, giraffe, kudu, wildebeest, klipspringer, warthog, impala, hippo, duiker and nyala. Beginners, intermediate and advanced riders are welcome. It is advisable to wear comfortable clothing, long trousers and shoes with rubber soles. A maximum of 6 riders per group allows your guide to pay personal attention to each rider. Private horse riding safaris are also available (at an additional cost).

Mapusha Weavers Community Tour

Mapusha Weavers is a small group of local Shangaan and Mapulaneng Sotho women from the community of Rooiboklaagte in the nearby village of Acornhoek. Mapusha Weavers' women's empowerment project began in 1973 after two sisters were sent by the Acornhoek Catholic Mission for training in weaving and spinning. All of their products (rugs, tapestries, bags, etc…) are entirely hand-made and unique. The women spin and dye the textile (wool or cotton) themselves and carefully weave each piece according to inspiration or custom-ordered designs. Emerencia Mohlolo, the daughter of an original Mapusha Weavers' member and a weaver herself, will guide you through the 30-year history of the project that not only brought two cultures together to create woven masterpieces, but also to support their families and relatives.

Elephant-Back Safaris

In March 2002 Zimbabwe prepared for an election and due to the invasion of farms by war veterans the future of a group of 12 trained elephants was in jeopardy. A rescue mission was launched by Lente Roode and her team and the elephants were successfully relocated to the safe haven of Camp Jabulani.

Royal Malewane is internationally renowned for providing the pinnacle of luxury game viewing in all of Africa . Now this regal getaway is also home to one of the most exclusive Spas on the continent.

Completely surrounded by the untamed African bush, The Waters of Royal Malewane Bush Spa is a veritable oasis of calm. With internationally qualified therapists on hand to provide therapeutic massage, luxurious body treatments and hydrotherapy, this is the ultimate refuge for those seeking to refresh and restore the mind, body and spirit.

The Waters of Royal Malewane Bush Spa prides itself on treating guests to a truly African spa experience. As such, every aspect of the spa has been designed to encapsulate this philosophy . While the treatments utilise the very best of eastern and western thinking, they also incorporate specially selected indigenous elements that reflect the magnificence and magic of the bush. Defining the African experience are The Waters of Royal Malewane signature treatments. Completely unique and unashamedly indulgent, these treatments make use of rare indigenous oils and traditional ingredients to provide a sensory experience with an unforgettable African touch.

VH

These hotels are Virtuoso members and offer special amenities and upgrades that are ONLY available when you book with us. Our Virtuoso travel consultants will assure you incredible value and recognition on your luxury vacation.

The joys of a bygone era await you at Royal Malewane, situated on a private reserve within the greater Kruger Area in South Africa. Accommodating a maximum of 20 guests in the utmost colonial splendour, Royal Malewane is an exclusive getaway for those who value privacy, personalised service and the best game viewing Africa has to offer.

The colonial style of the lodge is especially visible inside the suites, which feature a palatial air-conditioned bedroom/sitting room with a fireplace, antique furniture and canopied king-size bed as well as an extravagant bathroom with a window-side Victorian bath and indoor and outdoor showers. The suites luxurious interior appointments draw inspiration from the grand colonial ethos; neo-classical refuge in the raw uncompromising bush. Here, after a long day of exhilarating game viewing, you can journey into dream's domain draped in Ralph Lauren linen, as the lion-roars echo through your window of stars.

The main camp complex is the heart of Royal Malewane. African thatched-roof buildings house the library, shop, dining and reception areas. Furnished with rich antiques and Persian carpets, every fitting creates the feel of original colonial elegance.

There is a wonderful new gym and spa facility offering health and skincare therapy by internationally qualified in-house therapists. Guests may enjoy a treatment of their choice at the luxurious spa or in the sala, with only nature surrounding them. Alternatively, they may relax with a treatment in the complete privacy of their own suite.

The plains of Africa are stage to an age-old drama; the perpetual tale of the hunter and the hunted. Watch this gripping epic unfold before your eyes from the bushveld’s ultimate vantage point – The Royal & Malewane Suites.

Stretching out majestically in the shade of Acacia thorn and boasting panoramic views, the Royal & Malewane Suites are the pinnacle of refinement and opulence and are the largest in Africa at 210 square meters. These ultra luxurious private hideaways accommodate four guests each in two en-suite rooms, private lounge and dining facilities. Complimentary services include a private butler & chef, private game drives and up to 4 complimentary massages per suite per day. Dining is a grand affair with the very best china, silver and crystal set against crisp white napery. Only the wildlife witnesses guests relaxing in these private, ultra-luxurious suites.

Repose, refresh and rediscover yourself in the company of all things wild.

Royal Malewane is for those who would like to escape the constraints of modern life to experience a synthesis of wildest Africa and age-old colonial splendour. As the suites are set deep in the African bush - this unspoilt paradise may not suit those who seek a tame, sterile environment. Rather, it suits the more adventurous traveller who wants to experience true Africa.

We are normally able to accommodate requests for singles and since most groups mix together, guests travelling alone are unlikely to feel excluded.

Because of its unique size and exclusive nature, Royal Malewane is suited to being reserved in its entirety for family gatherings or close friends wishing to have the camp exclusively.

To appreciate all that Royal Malewane has to offer, we recommend a minimum of a two-night stay.

While the soul takes flight, the heart is well grounded in the warm hospitality and culinary eminence of Royal Malewane's creditable hosts.

World-class cuisine is the order of the day, with all meals, local beverages and house wines included. Guests are treated to a full breakfast, lunch and gourmet dinner - all expertly prepared by our award-winning chef, who is on hand to cater for any special preferences or requests, be it a favourite dish for dinner under starlight in the boma or in a magnificent Bedouin tent bedecked with Moroccan lanterns and Persian cushions. With a staff to guest ratio of better than 2:1, Royal Malewane is able to offer expert personalised service of the highest order.

We have handpicked a selection of South Africa's finest wines. Guests are welcome to visit our underground cellar and select from these sought-after vintages.

Cheetah Project
Hoedspruit Research And Breeding Centre

This one and a half hour tour begins on the hour every hour. The first tour begins at 08h00 and the last tour departs at 15h00. A video presentation is followed by the opportunity to view cheetah, African Wild Dog, Ground Hornbills and many other rare species in their natural habitat. The extended tour enables one to view the specialized breeding and rehabilitation camps for the Barbary Lion and Rhino.

Cheetah Project
Hoedspruit Research And Breeding Centre

This one and a half hour tour begins on the hour every hour. The first tour begins at 08h00 and the last tour departs at 15h00. A video presentation is followed by the opportunity to view cheetah, African Wild Dog, Ground Hornbills and many other rare species in their natural habitat. The extended tour enables one to view the specialized breeding and rehabilitation camps for the Barbary Lion and Rhino.

Valley Of The Olifants

This tour features the Cheetah and Endangered Wildlife Breeding Project and the Blyde River Canyon where the Escarpment rears 1900m above the Lowveld. We include a visit to Swadini Dam and the Museum in the Blyde River Canyon. A wonderful tour, featuring exquisite natural beauty and some of the excellent conservation work taking place in the area.

Moholoholo – Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre

Situated in the shadow of the majestic “Mariepskop” this unique conservancy is home to many wild animals. A visit to the Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation centre is an unforgettable experience. A wide variety of birds and animals can be seen here, where Brian Jones and his team nurture the injured and orphaned, rehabilitating them for release back to the wild wherever possible. Those that are not so fortunate, due to the nature and extent of their injuries, are cared for in captivity to educate the many people who visit Moholoholo each year. Guided tours through the Centre bring visitors in close contact with both common and rare species such as the Crowned and Martial eagles, Owls & Vultures as well as Serval, Wild Dogs, Lions, Leopard and many other animals and birds.

Helicopter Flights – Cascades & Canyon Spectacular

This exhilarating flight swoops over deep canyons bursting with vegetation and colour.
The Jetranger lingers above cascading waterfalls, allowing for spectacular photographic opportunities. Your flight will continue along the escarpment to God’s Window, which offers awesome panoramic views of the bushveld below and onto the fascinating and dramatic rock formations of the 1000-metre-deep, 30-kilometre-long Blyde River Canyon, and (the third deepest & greenest canyon in the World). You will have a bird’s eye view of the curious Three Rondavels. Landing at a sight with magnificent views of the Mpumalanga Lowveld, you will be served a delicious picnic accompanied by fine South African sparkling wine.

Hot Air Balloon Flights
Flights Over The African Wilderness

Experience the magic of lighter-than-air flight over the Lowveld Big Game areas adjoining the Kruger National Park. When game is spotted, the rather noisy main burners will be switched over to a “whisper” burner so as not to disturb the animals.

Golf
Golf Safari To Hans Merensky Golf Estate

A challenging 18 hole, Par 72 Championship Golf Course, where crocodile and hippo add spice to the normal “hazards” of a good game of golf. Enjoy this unique course, which extends over a vast area of indigenous bush, interspersed with tranquil pools and velvet greens.

Horse Riding Safaris

The horse trails are conducted on the beautiful Moholoholo Mountain View Game Reserve bordering the Blyde River Canyon. The Reserve is home to a vast variety of animals and birds such as eland, giraffe, kudu, wildebeest, klipspringer, warthog, impala, hippo, duiker and nyala. Beginners, intermediate and advanced riders are welcome. It is advisable to wear comfortable clothing, long trousers and shoes with rubber soles. A maximum of 6 riders per group allows your guide to pay personal attention to each rider. Private horse riding safaris are also available (at an additional cost).

Mapusha Weavers Community Tour

Mapusha Weavers is a small group of local Shangaan and Mapulaneng Sotho women from the community of Rooiboklaagte in the nearby village of Acornhoek. Mapusha Weavers' women's empowerment project began in 1973 after two sisters were sent by the Acornhoek Catholic Mission for training in weaving and spinning. All of their products (rugs, tapestries, bags, etc…) are entirely hand-made and unique. The women spin and dye the textile (wool or cotton) themselves and carefully weave each piece according to inspiration or custom-ordered designs. Emerencia Mohlolo, the daughter of an original Mapusha Weavers' member and a weaver herself, will guide you through the 30-year history of the project that not only brought two cultures together to create woven masterpieces, but also to support their families and relatives.

Elephant-Back Safaris

In March 2002 Zimbabwe prepared for an election and due to the invasion of farms by war veterans the future of a group of 12 trained elephants was in jeopardy. A rescue mission was launched by Lente Roode and her team and the elephants were successfully relocated to the safe haven of Camp Jabulani.

Royal Malewane is internationally renowned for providing the pinnacle of luxury game viewing in all of Africa . Now this regal getaway is also home to one of the most exclusive Spas on the continent.

Completely surrounded by the untamed African bush, The Waters of Royal Malewane Bush Spa is a veritable oasis of calm. With internationally qualified therapists on hand to provide therapeutic massage, luxurious body treatments and hydrotherapy, this is the ultimate refuge for those seeking to refresh and restore the mind, body and spirit.

The Waters of Royal Malewane Bush Spa prides itself on treating guests to a truly African spa experience. As such, every aspect of the spa has been designed to encapsulate this philosophy . While the treatments utilise the very best of eastern and western thinking, they also incorporate specially selected indigenous elements that reflect the magnificence and magic of the bush. Defining the African experience are The Waters of Royal Malewane signature treatments. Completely unique and unashamedly indulgent, these treatments make use of rare indigenous oils and traditional ingredients to provide a sensory experience with an unforgettable African touch.

VH

These hotels are Virtuoso members and offer special amenities and upgrades that are ONLY available when you book with us. Our Virtuoso travel consultants will assure you incredible value and recognition on your luxury vacation.