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    Garonga Safari Camp

    352 Reviews
    #1 of 1 Hotels in Makalali Private Game Reserve
    Selati Portion 12, KT 143, Phalaborwa, 1390, Makalali Private Game Reserve 1380, South Africa
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          US$686
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          5.0
          352 reviews
          • Excellent94%
          • Very good4%
          • Average1%
          • Poor1%
          • Terrible0%
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          Free Internet
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          Breakfast included
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          1 - 5 of 311 reviews

          Reviewed 2 days ago
          Gotta go to Garonga

          Garonga is a luxury tented camp in the Makalali Reserve. The amenities are very well planned and laid out. There are six suites in the horseshoe bend of the river. Units one or six are the furthest from the main area are they're probably the...More

          Thank Eugene K
          Reviewed 2 days ago
          Wonderful friendly camp

          Just returned from a three week visit to South Africa,we spent the whole time on safari, going to various camps for different experiences. Garonga was by far my favourite. It was intimate and friendly. Animal viewings were great, but really it was the overall experience...More

          Thank Susan H
          Reviewed 5 days ago
          Amazing Safari Camp

          Just returned from a 10 day break in South Africa. Our first stop was a 5 day break in Garonga Safari Camp. It was amazing. The attention to detail and the quality of accommodation, staff, location, guided tours, cleanliness, food and the hospitality and customer...More

          Thank sheilacurley57
          Reviewed 4 weeks ago
          Perfection

          Husband and I just got back from our 1st ever Safari and I cannot begin to express how amazing it was! The team at Garonga certainly made the experience so very memorable, from the minute we arrived to the time we left they made us...More

          Thank WelshLady
          Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile
          Safari for the soul

          A stunning gem in the wild that really lives up to its motto "safari for the soul!" Garonga gives you a REAL feeling of being one with nature and at the same time the accommodation is of spectacular opulence and the culinary offerings are unmatched!!...More

          Thank Thomas M
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          About
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          Amenities
          • Top amenities
          • Pool
          • Restaurant
          • Free Parking
          • Bar/Lounge
          • Breakfast included
          • Free Internet
          • Spa
          • Hotel Amenities
          • Free Parking
          • Airport Transportation
          • Breakfast included
          • Multilingual Staff
          • Laundry Service
          • Room amenities
          • Minibar
          • Things to do
          • Pool
          • Restaurant
          • Bar/Lounge
          • Spa
          Details
          • Price range
          • US$206 - US$847 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
          • Hotel class
          • Room types
          • Suites ,
          • Non-Smoking Rooms
          • Number of rooms
          • 9
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          • South Africa >
          • Limpopo Province >
          • Makalali Private Game Reserve
          • Also Known As
          • Garonga Safari Camp Hotel Makalali Private Game Reserve
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          Questions & AnswersAsk a question
          Calvin L
          Hi, we will be driving from Johannesburg to Garonga, and would like to the road condition whether we need to rent a 4X4 or just a regular car would suffice. thanks!
          10 May 2017|
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          Response from BERNARDO S | Property representative |
          Good Morning Calvin, I suggest an SUV (does not have to be a 4x4). Allow 6 hours from Johannesburg. Refer to our website for Directions and suggest Option 1. Regards, Bernie
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          shellietravis
          Are alcoholic beverages included?
          16 April 2017|
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          Response from BERNARDO S | Property representative |
          Most are included,; Special wines, champagnes, and our high quality Brand whiskeys and Gins are not included.
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          ChgoJudyMc
          I'd like to know what the weather is like in late September?
          11 March 2017|
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          Response from BERNARDO S | Property representative |
          September is generally very hot and humid.
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          Room Tips
          "Units one and six at the ends probably offer the most privacy"
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          "This is glamorous camping to a high standard. Accommodation, food and staff are 5 star quality,"
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          "They are all wonderful. If you want added luxury and less contact with the outdoors choose the Hambleden suite"
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          "Rooms 3 and 4 are closer to the main area, 1 and 6 a bit quieter"
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