Motswari Private Game Reserve

We spent 3 nights at what we thought was a once in a life time safari trip at Motswari! The experience was unforgettable and hopefully now to be repeated! Our guide CJ and tracker Hendry were phenomenal, their knowledge, understanding and temwork allowed us to track and view the big 5. Their enthusiasm and blend of fun and education made our experience fantastic! From giraffes at sunset to lion cubs at sunrise, this will live long in our memory. The other teams in the resort were also amazing, always smiling and would do anything to make your stay fantastic. The food and hospitality were incredible! Thanks to the whole team but especially CJ and Hendry…..hopefully see you all again!

An excellent 2 nights in this super safari base. The game drives organised and driven by our Guide Kia were first class and we saw 4 of the big five in their natural environment. We had Villa 4 which had a perfect view over the water hole where the elephants enjoyed the water and mud.The accommodation was excellent as were all the meals and the staff could not have done more to make my wife’s Birthday very special.All the staff were good but a special mention to Innocent a joy. Thank you all.p

The perfect first timer option! We booked Motswari for our first ever safari and our honeymoon- staying for 4 days and 3 nights. We are the first in our friends and family to safari, we did not know what to expect for this type of lodging experience. What we did experience is a nod back to the slogan, we left as a friend. The community connection and hospitality of core values created by Motswari is wonderful. The team goes above and beyond to know you, what you are trying to see, what you enjoy eating, why you are there. Located in the private conservation Timbavati region neighbouring the open border of Kruger means that there is a tighter ethical stance on how animals are approached, for example, only 2 cars allowed to track an animal at any given time - the local lodges were together to stay true to this. We researched a few lodges and all have their USPs, but Motswari for us, focused on a more rustic atmosphere safari experience, without giving up the home quality amenities - which I feel was a great 1st timer experience. The rooms themselves are good, they can feel a bit hollow but we didnt spend much time in them, our lodge was a great room overlooking a huge body of water, we enjoyed spending hours sitting outside and watching it before game drives. We even saw 40 elephants drinks at once! The tracker and game drivers are the real heart and soul here, they are so kind, knowledgable and willing to go the extra mile for your experience. The hotel team, bind the community with authentic foods, a wonderful nightly BOMA and share culture. A special thank you to the following: David, Clement, Temby, Pretty, Elizabeth,Jan and Noah. It is worth mentioning, this lodge has a very unique experience called the Giraffes Nest, a tree top where you can sleep in the wilderness, watch the stars and hear everything that goes bump in the night. We heard at 2am lions, hyenas, hippos and more! We would love to come again in the future.