What our Guests Have to say!
Wonderful Maqueda Lodge stay - Host David was ever so thoughtful when my husband was ill and could not join us on safari. The crew at Maqueda took good care of him.
The crazy dinner... read more introductions by the kitchen staff definitely set the tune for the evening of great food, company and laughter. So much fun!
icelandReykjavik
October 11, 2019- Manlcah Such a warm , loving enviromemt.
Staff were so Welcoming and friendly .
FOOD was absolutely amazing , rooms were comfortable and quiet. The safaris and tours they had... read more on offer are not to be missed . They are well worth the early mornings . Staying here was the biggest highlight of our trip and we were so sad to leave .If we ever are able to return to Afriva again this is where we will be coming . Thank you for having us and making our holiday truly magical .
Mandy & Clint (Australia)
November 16, 2019 - Hazvi2020
We had a wonderful and peaceful stay with my family. We felt very safe as it is in a controlled area and it was great taking walks to the Crocodile... read more River lookout point. It is a very nice and quiet place to relax. More
January 4, 2021 - P4380RVcatherinem Amazing, memorable best ever - From pick and drop off our 4 nights at Maqueda Lodge was the highlight of our trip. Super friendly staff, location excellent, meals outstanding and accommodation lovely surroundings with wild... read more life just out your window nature at its best. Got to see the big 5 on safari with ranger James at Kruger. Thank you to all at the lodge for making us part of your family all the best
Garry and Cathy from down under
May 2, 2022 - The four of us, my husband and parents, were so lucky - we were the only guests at Maqueda Lodge for three days. So we got to enjoy all the... read more attention of Michael and James and their fantastic cooking. The whole lodge is beautifully designed, especially the covered sitting and dining area, but the big difference from other beautiful accommodation was the people. On top, James and Michael provided us with all kinds of information, e.g. about the little five of Africa, and fetched a rhinoceros beetle from the garden as concrete visual material. Thank you and stay well!
tinatravelword
February 3, 2023 - jjat1953 Transfer from airport to Maqueda Lodge was fantastic.Upon arrival we were welcomed to the Lodge , given a brief description of what we were going to experience , shown to... read more our rooms and then we were off on our first safari. The vehicles we were well equipped and our seating was comfortable.
Although we were all a little tired from our air travel , the excitement of our first safari overcame any tiredness...and we were not disappointed. We were able to see all of the big 5 apart from the ever elusive leopard. The guides were incredible and a credit .
Their information and enthusiasm and obvious enjoyment of their jobs were reflected in their excitement in relaying stories of their experiences.
The Lodge itself was a delight. The rooms were large and their beds were were welcomed at the end of the day.
Meals were a great experience and the diversity of meals was fantastic and nourishing. The conversations at meal times with other travellers were always enthusiastic as we all relayed our daily experiences.
The girls at dinner time , with their singing and invitations were incredible...well done!!!.
No TV ......absolutely fantastic!!!!!!
All of the guides and helpers did an incredible job ....all with cheeky senses of humour.(Giraffe milk tarts.....)
An incredible stay at a top class facility with
great guides, staff and owners...
November 4, 2019 - kazzabazz My friend and I loved Maqueda and the staff. We were made very welcome; the staff where great and very engaging, warm and friendly. I would recommend this place to... read more anyone and would definitely be back at some point in the near future. I gave a slight lower grade for sleep only because it was hot and humid and hard to sleep when the power was load shedding and we couldn't have fan on.
February 26, 2020 - wekker81 A beautiful lodge hidden in the bush of Marloth Park near Kruger.
Very friendly people, hospitality always on number one, very fine dining and a very enthusiastic game drive... read more with ranger James and Markus.
David and friends, thank you for a wonderful experience in south-Africa!
Love,
Erik & Patty
November 9, 2019 - Great location, cozy bedrooms. Food was good (including vegetarian). The safaris were incredible (James is a great guide!!).
We also did an extra bushwalk which is A experience. Overall I'll... read more definitely stay there again!
madalenaf0nseca
November 27, 2022 - julieV5273ZH The accommodations and staff far exceeded our expectations and were better than we could have imagined. We couldn’t have asked for a better first trip to Kruger. Thanks so much... read more for making this such a memorable trip!!
February 6, 2020