This is the first time that I've really had a chance to sit down and write about Machaba. Definitely the wow factor.

We just stayed at an amazing 6 star lodge in the Timbavati Region, so staying in a tent was going to be another experience.

We stayed for 3 nights and was not disappointed in any way. If this is camping then bring it on. We had an amazing tent that looked straight at the Khwai River, so we were able to see the wildlife. Elephants and hippos were always in the water. They would also walk around your tent - you felt safe, there was no danger. The bed was so comfortable and the bathroom was fantastic with an outside shower as well.

The food was excellent. The staff couldn't do enough for you and they were so polite. Richard, Carl and Elke were always around to ensure everyone was comfortable and they didn't want for anything. Fernando the trainee was great as he mingled with the guests.

We were very very lucky to have experience a bush dinner and a champagne breakfast, These were done as surprises and wow, they did surprise and I couldn't get over the amount of effort that went into making us have the most memorable experience ever.

We also did the mokoro ride and once again memorable. It is a must do when you are there and included in your tarrif.

With the game drives, again, fantastic. It only took a little while and our guide (omg can't remember his name) was chatting and we were all laughing having a good time. He got us to see the last of the Big 5 - leopard. We also were lucky to see the end of a kill. Just amazing. They really take the time so you see every animal possible.

As we still have to work our business whilst away, there is Wi-Fi. Only available sometimes, no hassle, believe me we wouldn't be doing anything on the internet if we didn't have to.

Machaba was the end of our safari's and I can't recommend this camp/lodge enough. No wonder it has just been voted the No.1 destination in 2016. You will not be disappointed.

Thank you to Elke, Shaun, Richard, Carl and Fernando for just the most amazing experience ever. Oh and getting bogged in the sand whilst the sun is setting and the leopards are still feeding on the kill, was just the best highlight.

Spent the last three nights here while on safari. Comfortable accommodation, nice view over the green channel with resident hippos. Good service, the food was a little disappointing here and the guides seemed a little less enthusiastic, however the staff were friendly. Plentiful wildlife, a family of hyena's with two young cubs, wild dogs and lots more. I also enjoyed the Mokoro trip and the walking safari. There is a Spa menu available for tied safari bodies or just like to relax in the siesta time.

Spent 3 nights at Machaba camp. Had some lovely wildlife encounters which included observing a lion kill, a hyaena den with a small cub, a leopard, a group of red billed oxpeckers preening an impala in beautiful light not to mention the elephants and hippos. Great view of many birds of prey, a Pell's fishing own and a grey collared Kingfisher.
The camp was very comfortable and the staff were very professional, friendly and welcoming. I feel so lucky to have experienced such a wonderful place.