Madikwe Safari Lodge, South Africa


Madikwe Safari Lodge is situated in the heart of the richly diverse and malaria-free 76 000-hectare (187 800-acre) Madikwe Game Reserve – one of South Africa's biggest wildlife sanctuaries. Madikwe's diverse geology and broad mix of habitats allows a wide range of African wildlife to flourish – including the Big Five, cheetah and a thriving population of wild dog. Set on a gentle slope nestled between two rolling hills, Madikwe Safari Lodge overlooks game-filled plains with the Dwarsberg Hills in the distance and the Marico River nearby. Madikwe Safari Lodge comprises three intimate camps – totalling just 16 suites in all – with a simple yet sophisticated Madikwe style.

Location

Madikwe Safari Lodge is easily accessible by self-drive, road transfer and air. Madikwe is 380 kilometres (236 miles) from Johannesburg – an easy 4.5-hour drive on good roads. There are daily FedAir flights from Johannesburg International Airport (JIA) to Madikwe Airstrip and Madikwe Charter flies daily (dependent on number of passengers) from JIA to Madikwe Airstrip. There are also daily scheduled flights from Cape Town and JIA to Pilanesberg Airport (Sun City). Private air charters fly directly to the airstrip which is 10 minutes from the Lodge.

Highlights

  • Situated in one of South Africa's largest and malaria-free sanctuaries Rich biodiversity of mammals, such as Africa's Magnificent Seven, cheetah, African wild dog, brown and spotted hyena and oryx
  • Excellent bird watching with over 350 bird species
  • Diverse geology and broad mix of habitats
  • Exceptional CC Africa-trained rangers
  • Intimate accommodation with sweeping views over the game-filled plains with the Dwarsberg range forming a purple-hued backdrop
  • Effortless road and air access,
  • Ideal for family safaris
  • Malaria Free game reserve

Facilities

  • Intimate sitting areas
  • Shaded outdoor seating on expansive covered decks
  • Fireplaces
  • Pizza ovens for fun dining
  • Covered outdoor living room with beanbags and cushions, boma, library and safari shop

Activities

Morning and afternoon/evening game-drives in 4x4 safari vehicles.

Meal Basis

Fully inclusive accommodation including all meals, all teas and coffees, house wines, local brand spirits and beers, soft drinks and bottled water, 2 scheduled game-drives daily, laundry service and emergency Medical Evacuation Insurance.

Child Policy

Children are welcome at Madikwe Safari Lodge. Regretfully, children 6 years and younger cannot participate in game-drives. Childminders available at extra cost.

Accommodation

Three exclusive safari camps, totalling 16 suites. Each suite features a sitting area, a bedroom with circular fireplace, a spacious dressing area with personal bar, an en suite bathroom with bath, indoor and outdoor shower and a private plunge pool.

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Honeymoon to South Africa and Mauritius during August 2011

We loved this place. The staff were great, the accommodation was fantastic and the food was to die for. The safari drives were amazing and we saw so much even on the first day! We felt so at home and so well looked after, we couldn't ask for better.

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Holiday to South Africa during September 2010

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I loved it. I did not think it was so developed and so clean and there were no potholes on the roads. My conclusion is that I was very ignorant about the country. The level of developement I foundw as far superior to what I had anticipated and the quality of the food was excellent. In terms of crime...

Rated... 5stars

Signed:

Ms Rose Marie Sime

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Timezone:
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Language:
English, local languages
Currency:
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Book two nights at Lion Sands Private Game Reserve, in conjunction with two nights at Madikwe Safari Lodge and receive a third complimentary night at Madikwe Safari Lodge.

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Offer applicable when staying 2 nights each at specified accommodation

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04/01/2012 to 22/12/2012

04/01/2013 to 30/04/2013

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Book three nights at Madikwe Safari Lodge and receive two complimentary nights at either Cape Cadogan or More Quarters.  

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