This luxury lodge offers thatched-roof accommodations with a wooden deck overlooking the Groot Marico River in Madikwe Game Reserve.
Luis
United States of America
The staff were really helpful and friendly. The food was really good and plentiful. The rooms were comfortable, but most of the time I was out and about on the beautiful grounds. The game drives were breathtaking, which was aided especially by the ranger who was quite knowledgeable and friendly. The location, deep inside Madikwe Game Reserve, means that you'll get a mini-game drive just getting there.
Featuring a restaurant that includes outdoor dining by a Boma bonfire, Rhulani Safari Lodge in the Big 5 Madikwe Game Reserve also offers wildlife viewing opportunities.
Yuri
Brazil
Simply perfect! Everything was great - the staff was so nice and friendly, room was astonishingly good (, all the food was excellent, many ammenities, beautiful hotel and the routine, ah, we will miss the routine - 2 very long and pleasant game drives per day, during which we were fortunate enough to see the main / most wanted animals; our ranger was very good in the explanations too, and complemented our views.
Offering an outdoor pool, Motswiri Private Safari Lodge is located in the malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve, home to the Big 5.
jeanne
United States of America
The beautiful lodge and the fabulous staff. The food was Michelin star like and great presentation. Our tracker, guide Stuart was outstanding with his tracking and hospitality. We saw the Big 5 plus more.
Located within the Madikwe Game Reserve, Last Word Madikwe features a lush garden, terrace and outdoor pool. The malaria free reserve features the Big 5, a variety of wildlife and birds.
Tuningi Safari Lodge is set in the South African Madikwe Nature Reserve and offers a free outdoor swimming pool, a restaurant serving dinners outside around a camp fire, indoor and outdoor lounges,...
Leslie
United Kingdom
Amazing experience. Very intimate small lodge with an authentic feel. Food was superb. Staff and service were wonderful. Twice daily game drives were incredible. Our ranger was very knowledgeable and worked hard to make sure we had the best experience and were lucky to see all the Mag 7 the park has to offer. You will not be disappointed!
Located in Madikwe Game Reserve, Tau Game Lodge provides luxury accommodations with air conditioning and access to a private deck. Complimentary WiFi is available.
Putri
South Africa
Location right infront of the waterhole so you can see animals come and go. It was amazing. Room was on the smaller side so it was tight with the baby cot. They also have babysitting service and play area which we appreciate.
Madikwe Hills is set on a hill in the malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve, home to the Big Five game and to the rare Wild Dog. The camp features a wellness spa, library and a curio shop.
Jan
United States of America
Madikwe Hills was perfect. The quality of the food was very high - and they provided many options. Breakfast and lunch were delicious and dinner was next level. The quality of the house wine was good, and there were many, many options. The service was welcoming and exceptional, from start to finish.
The Game drives were also good, and ranged from peaceful and educational, to downright thrilling. Trucks were comfortable, and ponchos and blankets provided as needed.
Difficult and bumpy road to get there when you cannot locate...
Difficult and bumpy road to get there when you cannot locate the proper route to Madikwe River lodge but the magic unravels as soon as you get close : the animals, the vegetation and one lonely but warm lady at the post who welcomes you to adventure!
Blissfully peaceful, Matildah gazing at you while the other impalas peer from the bushes, one cheeky monkey sitting on the roof while the invisible chirping and singing lull you to quietude, right next to the river.
The lady at the reception readily informed the Chef about my meal preferences and I was served fish, veggies and rice for dinner.
The morning safari was conducted by a guide who read the tracks in Nature and drove us to a cheetah, a napping lion, a rising rhino, munching wildebeests and 3 black rhinos not happy at visitors for disturbing their early morn routine ;), and another napping lion! We looked fondly at the baby elephant and had to be careful when a big male elephant "in mas" came our way.
It was one beautiful experience.
Anjali
Mauritius
Scored 10
10
This reserve only allows visitors that stay in one of the...
This reserve only allows visitors that stay in one of the lodges so their are no day tours. The guides all work together so they give eachother locations of animals they’ve spotted but than they go in turns to the animal so they don’t get overwhelmed by a traffic jam of tourists.
Ingrid
Belgium
Scored 10
10
Everything about Madikwe was excellent from the food, to the...
Everything about Madikwe was excellent from the food, to the wonderful staff and the amazing Game rides where we saw everything possible from zebras, to elephants, to cheetah and lions and smaller creatures in abundance. The Ranger and Tracker were very knowledgeable and made our drives very interesting-we learned so much, It was truly a very special experience
mauriceuk
United Kingdom
Scored 8.0
8.0
Madikwe is reclaimed farmland, so there are not the very...
Madikwe is reclaimed farmland, so there are not the very large herds you may see in Kruger. Some of them are sizable - for example, they have a herd of African buffalo of nearly 500 head. One of the main draws is that it is Malaria free.
The reserve is a good 5-hour drive from Johannesburg, at least. So it is a long way, and the roads in South Africa are not always safe, so consider this - it is worthwhile checking about a flight.
The landscapes in the reserve are varied and very beautiful, there are incredible sightings to be had and there is a good variety of animals and birds too.
Dani Goldberg
United Kingdom
Scored 10
10
The two game drives via Tau Game Lodge were exceptional.
The two game drives via Tau Game Lodge were exceptional. Israel, the ranger, was very knowledgeable and friendly and was able to track down 4 out 5 of the "big 5" game. It was surreal being so close to some of the animals. Photo ops are aplenty. I have nothing bad to say about Madikwe.
Timothy
United States of America
Scored 10
10
Madikwe is one of the best reserves we ever visited,...
Madikwe is one of the best reserves we ever visited, everything is well looked after and there are some really beautiful spots. We only stayed at one lodge, (Rockfig, which was excellent) so I can't comment on the lodges, but I believe they are all top class. We had 2 safaris per day and we saw the big 5 and a lot of other animals. Beautiful fauna and flora, trees and birds. it was a once in a lifetime experience.
Lize
South Africa
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