Mid-Range Luxury

Malewane Bush & Wellness Retreat

DURATION

5 Days · 4 Nights

GUESTS

2 - 4 Guests

LODGE

Royal Malewane

TRANSFER

Scheduled flight JNB–HDS or road transfer

Overview

Four nights blending premier safari with a curated wellness programme — spa treatments, sunrise yoga, guided meditation walks, and bespoke in-suite treatments.

Itinerary

Arrival & Welcome

Arrive and settle into your suite. Afternoon spa consultation followed by your first sunset game drive.

Safari & Spa

Dawn drive, followed by breakfast and a morning massage. Afternoon bush walk, evening drive and dinner.

Wellness Focus Day

Sunrise yoga, guided nature walk, spa treatment, and afternoon at leisure before sundowner drive.

Deep Bush Day

Full-day exploration with picnic breakfast in the bush. Evening boma dinner and stargazing.

Final Morning & Departure

Sunrise drive, breakfast, farewell spa treatment, and transfer to Hoedspruit.

What's Included

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    All accommodation at Royal Malewane
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    All meals, soft drinks, house wines, local spirits and beers
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    Twice-daily game drives in private 4×4 vehicles
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    Expert ranger and tracker team
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    Laundry service
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    Park fees and conservation levies
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    Airport transfers (Hoedspruit or Malewane airstrip)

What's Excluded

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    International and domestic flights (unless stated)
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    Premium imported spirits and champagne
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    Spa treatments (unless stated in package)
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    Gratuities
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    Travel insurance
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    Personal expenses

Optional Enhancements

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    Spa treatments at The Royal Spa
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    Night drives
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    Photographic safari guide upgrade
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    Conservation experience with research team
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    Bush sleep-out under the stars
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    Guided bush walks
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    Private candlelit bush dinner
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    Helicopter flip over Greater Kruger

Best Time to Visit

GREEN SEASON

NOV- MAR

Lush landscapes, excellent birding, lower rates. Some afternoon showers.

SHOULDER SEASON

APR - MAY . SEP - OCT

Excellent game viewing, comfortable temperatures, moderate pricing.

DRY SEASON (PEAK)

JUN - AUG

Best game viewing. Cooler mornings and evenings. Highest demand — book early.