Xidulu Safari Lodge

Situated in the unspoiled Greater Makalali Nature Reserve, just west of the Kruger National Park, Xidulu Safari Lodge is an exclusive, family-owned lodge offering a refined and private safari experience. Designed for discerning travelers, the lodge accommodates a maximum of 12 guests in six elegantly appointed suites, ensuring personalised service and a tranquil atmosphere.

At the centre of Xidulu Safari Lodge is a thoughtfully designed main area, featuring a curated bar, an open-plan kitchen where gourmet meals are prepared, and a spacious dining room ideal for relaxed, communal dining. Guests can unwind in the stylish lounge beside a crackling fireplace or enjoy panoramic views of the dam from the infinity pool. With well-appointed outdoor seating and exceptional amenities throughout, Xidulu seamlessly combines contemporary comfort with the natural beauty and authenticity of the African wilderness

About Makalali Private Game Reserve

 The Greater Makalali Private Game Reserve, together with the Pidwa Wilderness Reserve forms the Greater Makalali Nature Reserve and is currently a 25,000-hectare game reserve and a registered Protected Area (PA). The Greater Makalali Nature Reserve is situated outside Gravelotte in the Limpopo Province of South Africa, in the triangle between Hoedspruit, Phalaborwa and Tzaneen.

The reserve overlooks the majestic Drakensberg mountain range in the Limpopo Province. It is bisected by the perennial Makhutswi River, a tributary of the Olifant’s River, and includes approximately 10 km of the Selati River frontage.

The Reserve was established to promote the conservation of the land and wildlife within its boundaries. The reserve is home to the Big 5, with previously extirpated species including lion, elephant, rhino, hippo, cheetah, hyena, and disease-free buffalo, being reintroduced. Leopard, brown hyena, and the smaller mammal species as well as the endangered ground hornbill and the many threatened and endangered vulture and raptor species are present on the reserve.