Considered a hidden gem of South Africa and with lesser visitor numbers than the Kruger Park, the game reserves of the Limpopo and North West Provinces also have the added comfort of being malaria-free, making this northern area great for families with younger children. Both Madikwe Game Reserve and the Marataba Reserve offer dramatic landscapes and Big 5 game viewing, as well as a host of luxurious lodges and tented camps. Combine your Big 5 safari with the chance to see the wildlife from a different perspective on foot or on horseback.
Highlights
Diverse habitats - rocky outcrops, wide open plains, woodlands and lush grasslands
Join conservation activities at Marataba
Malaria-free Big 5 game viewing
Family-friendly lodges with children’s safari activities
Iconic Activities
Big 5 Safari
Birdwatching
Guided Walking Safari
Night Drive
Conservation Experience
Kids Bushcraft
Photographic Safari
Star Gazing/Star Bed
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Madikwe & North Map
Enriching encounters
ICONIC WILDLIFE
Whether you want to tick the Big Five off your bucket list or seek out specific safari species, our expert guides reveal the typical wildlife sightings to expect in Madikwe and the North.
White Rhino
Southern Giraffe
Lion
Leopard
Jackal
Elephant
Buffalo
Brown Hyena
Sample Itineraries
TRIPS TO INSPIRE
From majestic wildlife to out of this world natural wonders, cultural melting pots and enchanting beaches, every bespoke Mahlatini journey is thrilling. Unsure where to visit? Whether it’s a bucket-list adventure, a milestone celebration or simply a much-needed escape, experience the joy with this inspiring selection of favorites.
From remote safari camps to world-class resorts, our selected properties are hand-picked by our experts and endorsed by our guests. Often intimate, always exceptional, we'll choose the perfect lodges, hotels and villas to suit your personal style and interests.
Start your unique journey
HOW TO BOOK
At Mahlatini, we like to make things easy for you. Browse our website for inspiration or pick up the phone. Whether you’re full of ideas or unsure of where to start, we’re here to help. Serial safari-goer or first-time visitor, we’re ready to create your ultimate tailormade itinerary.
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Call us or enquire online. Share your wish list and we’ll start planning your adventure.
Customise
Your dedicated travel expert will be in touch within 24 hours to start designing your bespoke itinerary.
Confirm
We won’t stop refining your plans until we get the perfect trip at the best price.
Travel
Receive your Mahlatini travel documents, pack your bags and set off on your trip of a lifetime!
We routinely go the extra mile to ensure that we not only plan the perfect itinerary but ensure that you're in good hands at every stage of your journey. That's why we are especially proud to maintain an overall client satisfaction rating of 98%.
Rachel Burga, 20th February 2024
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South Africa & Mozambique
For a vacation that should feel like a "once-in-a-lifetime" trip, this certainly lived up to the name. Between experiencing the food, fresh air, and hikes in Cape Town and the culinary creations of the Winelands, to a magical time marveling at the beauty of Sabi Sands and experiencing our first gam…
It was amazing! We will always remember this trip. We are already talking about when are we going to go back. Everywhere we went was beautiful and the people were so nice.
We had the most amazing time in South Africa and can only hope to go back again in the future. We loved Cape Town, the food was amazing and we only just scratched the surface of what it had to offer. The safari leg was out of this world and created memories we will cherish forever.
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Big 5 Safari
Birdwatching
Guided Walking Safari
Night Drive
Conservation Experience
Kids Bushcraft
Photographic Safari
Star Gazing/Star Bed
