The best accommodation in Madikwe Reserve

Accommodation Options in the Madikwe Game Reserve

Visitors to the legendary malaria-free Madkiwe Game Reserve in Northwest Province near the Botswana border can select some of the best accommodation according to the type of safari holiday they are looking for, be it lodges and camps, villas or homesteads. 

We promise a collection of the finest luxury safari lodges and tented camps in this malaria free big five game reserve: eco-friendly cabins on stilts, rustic rugged camping in nature, rustic chic camping in elegant fully equipped tents, romantic luxury villas for two, family safari lodges, conferencing facilities and team building fun, wellness retreats with spas and gyms, conservation holidays, and group safaris in luxury homesteads with private chefs and game rangers.

Top Game Lodges in Madikwe

Madikwe Game Reserve features some of the top safari lodges in South Africa and most of them are family friendly and open to exclusive group vacations in the heart of an untouched wilderness. Long ago, much of this game reserve was a series of neighbouring farms which have now joined hands with the province to extend the game reserve into this private conservation area that protects wildlife and habitats. 

A total of 30 top lodges in this game reserve offer varying degrees of luxury accommodation for visitors to South Africa, and locals. There are private lodges and commercial lodges and each one believes in the principles of sustainable tourism where local communities are part of the conservation equation. 

Madikwe Safari Lodge

From$610
Experience an African safari so awe-inspiring that you simply must return again and again – the lavish Madikwe Safari Lodge is truly exclusive, a private African safari destination in South Africa’s Northwest Province, in the famous Madikwe Game Reserve. The name means “Africa in its majesty” and the 3 camps at Madikwe Safari Lodge - Lelapa, Kopano and Dithaba – truly encompass this with their malaria-free luxury accommodation to suit each guest. Enjoy this safari lodge with its attention to detail, round swimming pool beside the water hole, and so much game viewing to do.

Marataba Safari Lodge

From$884
MADIKWE GAME RESERVE - SOUTH AFRICA - Visit Marataba, a 23 000ha private concession in the shadow of the Waterberg Mountains. Enjoy a malaria-free safari within the Big 5 Marakele National Park (Limpopo, South Africa). Luxurious canvas-and-stone tented suites offer private decks, outdoor showers, free-standing stone baths and complimentary sherry. Rate includes all meals, twice-daily game drives and free Wi-Fi. Game drives, nature walks, bird watching and star gazing ensure the best safari holiday ever.

Royal Madikwe

From$849
It’s about traditional five-star service with a smile, at Roya Madikwe Safari Lodge and the suites are certainly regal and named accordingly: Sovereign House (3 bedroomed villa) the Royal Villa for families, the Naledi Suite for honeymoons, the Korone Suite, the Lenyalo Suite. Crips white cottons, polished wooden floors and forever verdant views enchant every guest who chooses this Madikwe Game Reserve safari lodge. Excellent family destination in the heart of big game country and easily accessible from Johannesburg.

Jaci’s Tree Lodge

Colourful, cottagey, and down to earth these 8 intimate, secluded, luxury tree house suites are elevated high on stilts to merge with the forest and minimise their impacts on this beautiful habitat. Each tree house is unique with gorgeous big baths, outside showers and extensive views towards the Marico River. Jaci’s Tree Lodge mimics eco-friendly safari lodges in the Okavango Deta that allow guests a true immersion in nature. A highlight is the water level Terrapin Hide in the large water hole, a breath-taking spot for seeing animals up close, birds socialising and the magic of Africa up close.
The living room area of the Jaci’s Safari Lodge accommodation in South Africa
From $500

Jaci’s Safari Lodge

Vibey ethnic tented suites for 12 guests peep out from lush vegetation guarantee privacy and peace with exquisite hand mosaiced baths, outside showers and rustic chic décor. This is a genuine safari destination also offering two deluxe suites for larger groups who want more space, privacy and luxury. Nare Suite and Safari Suite are exclusive use lavish villas. Jaci’s is down to earth and invites guests into its warm colourful, farmhouse type lounge, chef’s kitchen and welcoming boma fire for that typical South African ambience. See the Big 5 and relax.

Mateya Safari Lodge

From$922
Five lavish suits for 10 guests have been carefully designed to blend into the Gabbro hillside overlooking a waterhole in the magnificent 75000 ha malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve. Reminiscent of an art museum, the lodge features original artworks, sculptures and literature, telling stories of ancient Africa and the legend of Queen Mateya. Remarkable suites boast private decks and plunge pools, ethnic décor, and high-quality furnishings. Now it is about wildlife viewing and conservation, so get out there and enjoy game drives and bush walks every day!

Impodimo Game Lodge

From$483
Impodimo Game Lodge is a first-class safari destination in the malaria fee Madikwe Game Reserve in South Africa’s Northwest Province. Only 8 airconditioned luxury suites for couples and one deluxe suite ideal for families perch on a hillside on a natural spring artistically created from the available stone and thatch, with outstanding views, outside showers and quality attention to detail. The best ever guided morning and afternoon game drives, bush walks and personalised massages. Luxury ‘underground’ elephant hide is a winner.

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