Machaton is a self-catering private camp in the Timbavati with three king suites for up to six guests, two housekeepers, a guide and its own 4x4.
Exclusive use
Own vehicle and guide
Self-catering
Children of all ages
Accommodation3 en-suite king suites, each with a day room; booked as one camp
OperatorMachaton
Safari styleGuided game drives
ChildrenAll ages
Traversing areaLodge area not publishedIn the Timbavati; the lodge's own traversing area isn't published · source · What's this?
Private vehicle
Strengths
- Can be booked for exclusive use: no other guests
- Small camp: 3 rooms
- Children of all ages are welcome
- Unfenced with Kruger, so wildlife moves freely
Things to consider
- Only a “from” price is published, without dates
- Bar drinks are extra
- Transfers are not included; ask the lodge for a price
Drawn from the rates, policies and facts on this page for your dates and group, not from reviews.
Rooms
3 en-suite king suites, each with a day room; booked as one camp. Room photos will appear once the lodge supplies them.
Rates & inclusions
| Period | Dates | Published rate | ≈ EUR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whole camp (up to 6), from | 1 Jan – 31 Dec | R4,666.7 | €253 |
From R28,000 per night for the whole camp, sleeping up to 6 (LekkeSlaap); shown per person for 6. Self-catering; the camp has its own vehicle and guide. Our source doesn't say whether drives are in the rate. Conversions use €1 = R18.47 (OFX mid-market rate; GBP from the Bank of England spot rate, 19 Oct 2026). Highlighted row matches your check-in date.
All mealsNot included
Guided game drivesNot included
Guided walksNot included
Conservation levyNot included
Airstrip / airport transfersNot included
DrinksNot included
Self-catering with a communal kitchen. Timbavati conservation levy not stated by our source; confirm.
Where to book
Book on Safari.com, or on the lodge's own website if Safari.com doesn't list it.
Current “from” priceThe booking link shows whether rooms are free for your dates.
Your trip details
Machaton Private Camp (Timbavati, Greater Kruger) Check-in Mon, 16 Nov 2026 · check-out Thu, 19 Nov 2026 · 3 nights 2 adults Nationality: International Room: Whole camp (exclusive use)
We have no booking link for Machaton Private Camp yet. Contact Machaton directly for availability and a quote.
Timbavati
Timbavati lies west of Kruger National Park with no fences between them; the fences came down in 1993. The reserve became famous for the white lions discovered there in the mid-1970s.
Big FiveLionLeopardElephantRhinoCheetahWild dog
Wildlife listed for the reserve as a whole (source: Wikipedia: Timbavati Private Nature Reserve). Sightings are never guaranteed.
Game viewing through the year
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Safari Shortlist's general guide for Greater Kruger. Your check-in month is highlighted. See the month guide
Getting there
National parkPrivate reserveAirportPark gate
Nearest scheduled airportPhalaborwa (PHW)
Straight-line distance≈ 36 km
TransfersAsk the camp about transfers.
AccessTimbavati Private Nature Reserve, near Hoedspruit.
Coordinates-24.2012, 31.3618
ReserveTimbavati
Policies
Check-in / check-outAsk the lodge
ChildrenAll ages welcome.
CancellationAsk the lodge or booking partner
WebsiteNot listed by our sources
Sources
Information checked in October 2026. Rates and policies change, so the lodge or booking partner always confirms the final details.
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