Under the stars. Besides a fire. Under shady trees. Expect something different daily. Enjoy real food and local ingredients. Savour delicious meals crafted by nutritional experts.
Persons must be 16 years or older to visit Motswari African Retreat at Motswari Private Game Reserve.
To ensure that you have a comfortable and memorable safari experience, we recommend that you include the following items when packing:
Light-weight clothing
Swimwear
Warm clothing, including items such as a jacket, scarf and beanie
Waterproof jacket
Walking/Hiking boots
Yoga activeweat
Hat
Sunblock
Sunglasses
Insect repellent
Small flashlight
Binoculars
Camera
Don’t hesitate to reach out to us if you need further info.
To encourage you to enjoy a light “digital detox” and enhance the level of relaxation you experience during your Motswari African Retreat visit, we only offer Wi-Fi connectivity in designated areas.
We recommend not making use of your cell phone in the boma during seated dinners as this detracts from the experience and may be disturbing to other guests.
Motswari African Retreat and Motswari Private Game Reserve falls within a malaria area. We recommend that you contact your local travel clinic for advice on the necessary precautionary measures that you should take for visits to this region.
The breathtaking Timbavati and Umbabat Nature Reserves form part of the Associated Private Nature Reserves region, which borders on the Kruger National Park.
The reserves share an unfenced border with the Kruger National Park, which allows animal species to move freely between these expansive parks. You can therefore look forward to exceptional game viewing moments.
The climate in this area is subtropical and rains fall during summer. The warmer months of the year roll in from October to March, whereas winter is from April to September. Generally speaking, daytime temperatures are pleasant, but mornings and evenings can be cool.
Read more about changing seasons in our blog, Falling for the Timbavati, here.
Yes, there is an additional conservation levy, which needs to be paid on arrival.
Conservation levies for the period 1 January 2024 – 31 December 2024:
1. Fully Catered Lodges – R510 per person per night (Adults)
2. Fully Catered Lodges - R255 per person per night (Children)
3. Self Catering Camps – R200 per person per night (Adults and Children)
4. The conservation levy as quoted is VAT Inclusive.
South African and African citizens and residents conservation levy will also remain applicable to all TPNR lodges for the 2024 year and these will match the Self Catering Camps at R200 per person per night (Adults and Children).
For purposes of clarity, Adults are defined as anyone 12 years and older, Children are defined as anyone under the age of 12 years old.
