Madikwe Safari Lodge

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Madikwe Safari Lodge

Updated on the 13th of June 2024.

Overview

Wildlife, including the Big Five, cheetah, and the African wild dog, roam freely in this rehabilitated wilderness. This magnificent 75,000-hectare sanctuary offers guests many spectacular game-viewing opportunities.

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From: POA

Rating | Luxury

Highlights & What to Expect

Kalahari Plains characterizes the western part of the park, contrasted in the east by Lowveld bushveld and acacia thickets.
Experience rhino conservation in action and actively assist with the gathering of DNA samples.
It is one of South Africa's premier family safari destinations. Children are catered to with various activities, and a child minding service is available.
Dining at the lodge is a world-class experience with skilled local chefs introducing local flavors into international dishes.
Daily safari activities include a morning and late afternoon game drive that stretches into the early evening and a bush walk conducted after breakfast.
Qualified therapists provide pampering spa treatments.

Location & Setting

Madikwe Safari Lodge overlooks an inherently African landscape with grassy savannas, beautiful indigenous thorn trees, and rolling hills. The reserve is situated in a unique biosphere where the Kalahari and bushveld biomes meet. It is a four-and-a-half-hour drive from Johannesburg and can be reached with scheduled charter flights.

Rooms

This lodge offers exclusive, private accommodation in 20 luxury suites in 3 camps - Lelapa, Kopano, and Dithaba. Kopano Lodge only accommodates children over 16, Lelapa caters to all families, and Dithaba welcomes children if the camp is booked exclusively. Every suite features an en suite bathroom with indoor and outdoor showers, a large bath, a private sitting area, and a sparkling plunge pool on a wooden deck. Modern amenities include air-conditioning, personal bars, room safes, and a circular fireplace.

Facilities

Each of the three lodges at Madikwe Safari Lodge offers spacious central areas with a lounge, dining area, viewing deck, and boma. The lodges have swimming pools and exude exclusivity while maintaining an African safari ambiance. Service levels are of the highest standard, with friendly staff committed to creating an unforgettable safari experience.