Motswari has 15 bungalows in the north of the Timbavati and traverses about 150 square kilometres. The rate includes meals, soft drinks, house wines and local beers, two game drives a day and guided walks.
About 150 km² of traversing
House drinks included
Guided walks included
Children 10 and older
Accommodation15 bungalows
OperatorNewmark
Safari styleGuided game drives and walks
Children10 years and up
Traversing areaAbout 15,000 ha of traversingStated as 150 km² · source · What's this?
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Strengths
- Drinks are included in the rate
- Guided bush walks are included
- Large traversing area: 15,000 ha
- Lower all-in price than most Timbavati lodges for your dates
- Unfenced with Kruger, so wildlife moves freely
Things to consider
- Children from 10 only
- Transfers are not included; ask the lodge for a price
Drawn from the rates, policies and facts on this page for your dates and group, not from reviews.
Rooms
15 bungalows. Room photos will appear once the lodge supplies them.
Rates & inclusions
| Period | Dates | Published rate | ≈ EUR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Green season | 1 Mar 2026 – 31 Oct 2026 | R9,900 | €536 |
| Shoulder | 1 Nov 2026 – 30 Nov 2026, 20 Dec 2026 – 5 Jan 2027 | R10,890 | €590 |
| Early December | 1 Dec 2026 – 19 Dec 2026 | R8,040 | €435 |
Per person sharing, as listed by Safari.com (valid to 5 Jan 2027). Conversions use €1 = R18.47 (OFX mid-market rate; GBP from the Bank of England spot rate, 19 Oct 2026). Highlighted row matches your check-in date.
All meals Included
Guided game drives Included
Guided walks Included
Conservation levyNot included
Airstrip / airport transfersNot included
Drinks Included
Timbavati gate fees are payable on arrival.
Where to book
Book on Safari.com, or on the lodge's own website if Safari.com doesn't list it.
Published rate for your datesThe booking link shows whether rooms are free for your dates.
Your trip details
Motswari Private Game Reserve (Timbavati, Greater Kruger) Check-in Mon, 16 Nov 2026 · check-out Thu, 19 Nov 2026 · 3 nights 2 adults Nationality: International Room: Luxury bungalow
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Timbavati
Timbavati lies west of Kruger National Park with no fences between them; the fences came down in 1993. The reserve became famous for the white lions discovered there in the mid-1970s.
Big FiveLionLeopardElephantRhinoCheetahWild dog
Wildlife listed for the reserve as a whole (source: Wikipedia: Timbavati Private Nature Reserve). Sightings are never guaranteed.
Game viewing through the year
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Safari Shortlist's general guide for Greater Kruger. Your check-in month is highlighted. See the month guide
Getting there
National parkPrivate reserveAirportPark gate
Nearest scheduled airportPhalaborwa (PHW)
Straight-line distance≈ 37 km
TransfersTransfers are not listed. Drive in through the Timbavati gate (about 12 km from Hoedspruit Eastgate Airport).
AccessIn the north of the Timbavati, about 53 km from the Timbavati gate.
Coordinates-24.1978, 31.3883
ReserveTimbavati
Policies
Check-in / check-outAsk the lodge
ChildrenChildren 10+; 10–11 pay 50%. Walks from 12. One listing says under-6s only on exclusive use; confirm with the lodge.
CancellationAsk the lodge or booking partner
Sources
Information checked in October 2026. Rates and policies change, so the lodge or booking partner always confirms the final details.
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