Past Newsletters

January 29, 2026

Successful conservation is a living goal, shared by our team and guests. As we embark on a new year of striving to protect South Africa’s majestic fauna and flora, we want to thank everyone who is a part of our story.

January 22, 2026

Makanyane has always had a special kind of magic, with a sense of seclusion, a true connection to the bush, and the feeling that you’ve found a rare pocket of calm in the wild.

January 8, 2026

We’re continuing our journey this month, unpacking the ‘Lovely People’ aspect of our brand promise with a focus on Last Word Kitara, our beautiful 6-roomed lodge in the pristine Klaserie Private Nature Reserve. We start by asking an important question: ‘How do we showcase the richness of our diverse Rainbow Nation culture in our guest experiences?’

January 1, 2026

As we stride into the new year, we are excited by all the opportunities we have to help our guests achieve their travel dreams.

December 26, 2025

If you, like us, believe a holiday should be more than just a place to sleep, welcome to eponymous Last Word Long Beach, where cosy meets character and every thoughtful detail whispers South African charm.

December 18, 2025

Wild Adventures and Life-Changing Memories Await Discover how Last Word Kitara and Last Word Madikwe create awe-inspiring, once-in-a-lifetime experiences for families, instilling empathy, curiosity, and a love of nature in the next generation.

December 11, 2025

Lovely People, Lovely Places, Lovely Food at Last Word Madikwe In this edition, we shine a spotlight on the incredible team at Last Word Madikwe, who make our lodge a haven of barefoot luxury and authentic South African hospitality.

December 4, 2025

Where the bushveld beckons you to discover its well-kept secrets at Last Word Kitara.

November 27, 2025

Our made-to-order culinary experiences, designed for those who appreciate the small things done well and heartfelt hospitality, open doors to rare moments of calm respite to cherish long after you've departed.

November 20, 2025

Cape Town's only five-star beachfront hotel, ours, is a living love letter to Kommetjie and her watery muse, the Atlantic Ocean.