Big 5 Safari Destination
The Reserve
The malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve covers about 75 000 hectares of bushland stretching all the way up to the Botswana border, and is one the largest and most popular game reserves in South Africa.
Luxury safari lodge in Madikwe
Be enchanted by a world of intrigue & majestic beauty in the heart of the Madikwe Game Reserve.
Accommodating up to 24 guests in 10 expansive, well-spaced and totally private glass-fronted suites, as well as a two-bedroom private villa (called Little Madikwe), the lodge is scattered across the hillside and camouflaged by Tamboti trees. Wooden walkways connect the secluded suites to the central area, which includes a lounge, bar, wine cellar, TV room, dining room and a deck with a pool, overlooking the waterhole. The central area, located up a gentle slope, features cooling fans and a vaulted thatch ceiling supported by the large, twisted trunks of leadwood trees. Children above the age of 10 are welcome in the main lodge, while children of all ages are welcome in Little Madikwe.
The Madikwe Game Reserve, is a wilderness haven, home to 86 mammals including the Big 5, over 400 bird species and 104 tree species.
The malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve covers about 75 000 hectares of bushland stretching all the way up to the Botswana border, and is one the largest and most popular game reserves in South Africa.
Madikwe Hills offers an array of safari activities, from twice-daily game drives led by experienced field guides and trackers, to gentle bush walks, allowing you to experience the African bush up-close-and-personal.
Explore the Madikwe Game Reserve for less with our exclusive Stay 4 Pay 3 safari special in May and June 2026. Our lodge offers a peaceful wilderness retreat just a short flight or drive from Johannesburg, and with an extra night, you’ll have more time to unwind, explore, and enjoy the best of the bush – at your own pace.
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