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A collection of luxury award-winning safari lodges and villas in the Greater Kruger @theroyalportfolio
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When the sun goes down in the bush, everything shifts. The air cools. Lanterns glow. Fire crackles. Out in the open, with nothing but the wild around you, dinner feels different. Slower. Richer.

A bush dinner at Royal Malewane isn’t just about the setting - it’s the stillness, the light, and the feeling that this moment will stay with you.
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Waterside lately 🍃 framed by @lourenco.wildlife
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Frames from a stay at Masiya’s Camp ⛺️
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Five Shangaan words to learn before you arrive at Royal Malewane:

Hello/Good Morning - Avuxeni (Ah-voo-shé-nee)
Elephant - Ndlopfu (Nd-loh-pfoo)
Thank You - Inkomu (Een-koh-moo)
Leopard - Yingwe (Yeen-gweh)
Lion - Nghala (Ngh-hah-lah)
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SAFARI LODGE OF THE YEAR | ROYAL MALEWANE

THE 2026 LUXE HOTEL AWARDS

We are delighted to announce Royal Malewane as the winner of Safari Lodge of the Year at the 2026 LUXE Hotel Awards.

Set within the magnificent wilderness of the Greater Kruger National Park, Royal Malewane represents the pinnacle of luxury safari hospitality. Comprising an extraordinary collection of four intimate lodges, Malewane Lodge, Waterside, Farmstead and Masiya’s Camp, complemented by three exclusive-use villas, Africa House, Waterside House and Farmhouse, this celebrated destination offers distinct expressions of African luxury, each united by an uncompromising commitment to excellence.

From the timeless grandeur of Malewane Lodge and the contemporary elegance of Waterside to the intimate seclusion of Farmstead and Masiya’s Camp, Royal Malewane has mastered the art of creating deeply personal safari experiences. Renowned for its world-class guiding, extraordinary wildlife encounters, exceptional culinary offering and highly personalised service, every aspect of the Royal Malewane experience reflects an unparalleled dedication to luxury hospitality.

An icon of African safari excellence. A sanctuary of extraordinary experiences. A thoroughly deserving winner.

Congratulations to the entire team at @royalmalewane on this prestigious recognition.

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A rare and intimate moment in the bush 🐆

This week, our guides and guests had the privilege of witnessing a mating pair of leopards, a sighting that is as fascinating as it is fleeting.

Leopards are solitary by nature, and the two only come together for a short window when the female is in oestrus. During this time, the pair may stay together for two to five days, mating frequently, often every 15 to 20 minutes.

If successful, the female will carry her cubs for roughly 90 to 105 days, before giving birth in a carefully chosen den. We’re hopeful that this union will be fruitful, and that we may soon welcome a new little cub to the reserve.

🎥 Footage by @nick_dup from @captivatingafrica
Cover image by Royal Malewane Head Guide @ryanjackphotography
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We’re honoured to share that all four Royal Portfolio properties; The Silo Hotel, La Residence, Royal Malewane and Birkenhead House, have been named among the Best 100 Hotels in Africa in the inaugural Tatler Best Africa list.

From city landmarks and coastal retreats to desert camps, winelands estates and the continent’s great safari lodges and tented camps, the list celebrates the very best of African hospitality. To see every one of our properties recognised alongside them is a proud moment for our teams.

Thank you to @tatler_africa for the recognition, and to our wonderful guests and incredible people behind each of our properties who make it all possible.
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The new cubs on the block 🐾

The Monwana pride have welcomed two litters of cubs, seven little ones in total, bringing much entertainment and joy to our guides and guests on safari.
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📽️ Footage by Royal Malewane Guide @mattyhollandwildlife

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In designing our lodges at Royal Malewane, Liz Biden took her cues from the landscape itself, letting every colour, texture and shape echo what lies just beyond the door. Her guiding principle was to reflect the beauty of nature and celebrate the rich colours of the bush. Never to imitate it, only to be inspired by it.

The colour palette moves from the golden light of the setting sun to the vibrant blue of a woodland kingfisher, softening to the dusty pink of the impala lily. These colours, borrowed from nature, meet textures you will want to touch. Even the forms are softened, with gentle curves the way nature intended.

The result is a collection of rooms and spaces in conversation with nature, each creating an atmosphere that complements its surroundings. Just as in the African bushveld, there is beauty to be found around every corner.
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A table for two under the African sky, surrounded by the sounds of the bush.

📍 Masiya’s Camp, Royal Malewane.
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Slow days at Farmstead 🍃

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The sounds of Waterside 🍃

We are incredibly proud to share that Royal Malewane has once again been awarded Three Michelin Keys, the highest distinction by the Michelin Guide for South Africa.

This recognition celebrates the remarkable people who bring the Royal Malewane experience to life each day; our Field Guides and Trackers, chefs and wellness therapists, housekeepers and hosts. A family united by a passion for genuine connection, exceptional care and creating unforgettable moments for guests.

We are honoured to stand alongside fellow hoteliers who represent the very best of South African hospitality. To our guests, who share in the beauty and purpose of Royal Malewane, and to our extraordinary team, whose passion is at the heart of it all, thank you.
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