Becks Safari Lodge combines luxury living and innovative design but what sets this safari lodge aside is its owners' strong philosophies on community development and environmental sustainability, paired with a passionate and dedicated team of staff.
Covering over 9,000 hectares of African bushveld, the private Karongwe Reserve is home to the Big Five (lion, leopard, buffalo, rhino and elephant) as well as a wealth of other creatures and over 365 different bird species. The open vehicle game drives are perfect for game viewing and are conducted by a qualified game ranger and a Shangaan tracker, who will share their vast experience of the African bush with you. Or head out on foot for a bush walk and explore the true African bush.
The main lodge incorporates an impressive deck with excellent views of the surrounding bushveld. A 20 meter infinity pool helps to combat the warm summers, while an inside fireplace creates a cosy atmosphere for cooler evenings. The outside fire pit provides an idyllic, distinctive way to wind-down the day. There is also a spa for those seeking absolute serenity in between game drives.
With the capacity to accommodate only 20 people, each luxurious and spacious air-conditioned safari suite boasts views of either the Makhutswi River or a popular waterhole, providing excellent game viewing possibilities from its own private deck. Made of brick, metal and canvas, and with a tin roof, relaxation and rejuvenation is promoted with a calming colour palette of silver, charcoal and elephant-grey.
Rates Include
All meals; tea/coffee; snacks; local house wines and beers; the Karongwe Reserve fees; dawn and dusk safaris; drinks on dusk safaris (limited to one per person with a choice of local beer, wine or soft drink) are included. PLEASE NOTE: The Tourism Levy is not included and will be added to your room to settle upon departure (currently R14 per person per night, subject to change).
Children Policy
Children aged 12 years and older are welcome. Normal adult rates will apply. Children must take their own room. Children under the age of 16 are not permitted on bush walks.
Directions For Drivers
From Johannesburg: Take the N4 motorway towards Mbombela (Nelspruit), passing eMalahleni (Witbank) and Middleburg. Turn left into eMakhazeni (Belfast). Once in eMakhazeni, follow the signs and turn right towards Dullstroom, passing through Mashishing (Lydenburg). Continue on the R36 to Ohrigstad and the JG Strydom Tunnel. Approximatly 10 km after the tunnel, turn left onto the R36 towards Tzaneen. The Karongwe Game Reserve is situated on your right.
From Hoedspruit: Head south on Argyle Road (650m), then turn left toward R527 (100m) Turn right toward R527 (140m), turn right onto R527 (31.1 km) and then turn right onto R36 (23.1 km).
General Information For Guests
All of the suites have inside and outside showers and a bath. They also have air conditioning, mosquito nets, a safe, hair dryer, coffee/tea making facilities, and a mini bar stocked with mineral water (if a stocked mini bar is required, guests need to fill out a list and hand into Reception).
International adaptors are available in the drawers of the dressing table and there is a shaving plug in the bathroom.
The main building consists of a lounge, bar, deck area, boma and an outside fire pit. There is a swimming pool.
Activities that are available include open vehicle game drives in the morning and afternoon. Bush walks are available on request and at an additional cost.
The Thera Naka Spa offers a variety of different treatments (additional cost).
There is limited mobile phone reception.
Complimentary Wi-Fi is provided
A laundry service is available (additional cost).
The lodge has on-site parking.
All guests are required to settle their account for extras, such as telephone calls and additional beverages, on departure. This can be done by credit card or cash.
Your rate includes a Rhino Levy, which is essential in the fight against chromalena, poaching, and many other activities that preserve the wildlife heritage of the Karongwe Reserve for future generations to come.
