Madikwe Safari Lodge
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. Famed for Operation Phoenix, the world's largest game translocation exercise with the introduction of more than 8 000 animals, 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. The region is also imbued in history and has seen the passage of Mzilikazi and a range of explorers, traders, hunters and missionaries, including Dr David Livingstone, Sir Cornwallis Harris and the famous South African author, Herman Charles Bosman. In line with Conservation Corporation Africa's (CC Africa) vision, Madikwe Game Reserve is run as a joint venture between the North West Parks Board, the private sector and the local communities.
On a gentle slope nestled between two rolling hills is Madikwe Safari Lodge. The lodge has been designed and built to capture the history of the area and is truely unique in this sense.
Rates on request
accommodation
three meals daily
soft drinks, house wines, local brand spirits and beers .
teas and coffees
scheduled safari activities
refreshments on game drives
nature walks (1 hour) accompanied by experienced armed trackers, subject to availability (N/A at Madikwe)
emergency medical evacuation insurance .
laundry
VAT
telephone calls
safari Shop purchases
champagne, cognacs, fine wines, premium brand spirits, and cigars
transfers to and from the lodge
gratuities
adventures at Phinda Private Game Reserve
government levy/bed levy .
conservancy or park entrance fees (where applicable)
landing fees (where applicable)
Overlooking Madikwe's game-filled plains, intimate sitting areas in all three camps feature shaded outdoor seating on expansive covered decks. There are plentiful fireplaces both inside and outdoors with pizza ovens for fun dining, book-filled libraries and a unique safari shop. A covered outdoor living room offers beanbags and cushions on the floor for casual relaxation. The nearby boma is the setting for evocative starlit dinners. All three camp interiors are in earthly hues from amber and rust to rich buttery tones. Natural, layered textures are complemented by sculptured, rough earth plastering, dry-packed stonework and towering leadwood tree trunks. Dozens of lanterns cast a romantic light over these intimate, comfortable, simply sophisticated areas. Living areas are designed to be cool in summer and warm in winter.
Scheduled flights: - Johannesburg International airportCharter flights: - Daily flight from Johannesburg International Airport to Madikwe airstrip - Private charter flights to Madikwe airstripSelf-drive: - 3 to 4 hour drive from Johannesburg to Madikwe
Children 11 years and younger are welcome (maximum 2 children 11 years and younger in triple accommodation at any one time). Regretfully, children 6 years and younger cannot participate in game-drives. Child minders at an additional cost.
3 intimate camps, with 16 suites in total 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. The rooms are organic in design and woven copper screens add intriguing detail. All rooms are air-conditioned and have one pair of binoculars for guest's use while on safari.