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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. The spacious air-conditioned rooms and suites feature private decks with a plunge pool and sun lounges. They also include a seating area and an private bathroom with bath and shower. Guests can enjoy massage treatments in their rooms or on their private decks at a surcharge. The lodge also has conference facilities, and free Wi-Fi is available in all areas. Rhulani Safari Lodge is 4.3 mi from Madikwe Game Reserve’s Wonderboom Gate, and 22 mi from Gaborone in Botswana. Johannesburg and Pretoria are both located a 4-hour drive away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 king bed
and
1 futon bed
Bedroom 2:
1 king bed
and
1 futon bed
Bedroom :
1 king bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.1
Location
9.7
Free Wifi
8.8
High score for Madikwe Game Reserve
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Yuri
    Brazil 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...
  • Omer
    Israel Israel
    Amazing facility, beautiful rooms with small pool, great safary drives and staff!
  • Alicia
    United States of America United States of America
    Beautiful lodge; spacious, modern, luxurious bungalows. Nothing was missing, super clean. Delicious food; service is beyond, everybody is friendly and makes you feel like royalty. You can watch the water hole from the lobby; there are always...
  • Fiona
    United States of America United States of America
    super friendly and laid back - couldn’t do enough for guests without being OTT gear food - easy to access -well organized safari
  • J
    Jed
    United States of America United States of America
    it was pretty and interesting. water hole/hide was very special.
  • Linda
    United States of America United States of America
    Many great details made this stay special, including the heated plunge pool, fireplace, and hide (we saw wild dogs there after looking for them the whole day). Not to forget the game drives with lots of lions!
  • Karin
    United States of America United States of America
    We loved the hide, was very lucky and saw elephants, buffalo, hyena, wild dogs and plenty of antelope.
  • Karin
    United States of America United States of America
    We most definitely liked the hide, the King size bed, the wood stove, and the big bathtub.
  • Angela
    Australia Australia
    Loved everything about this place from the minute we arrived and were greeted by the manager himself, Tom-Hendrik. The styling & decor is stunning, the food is great quality and plentiful, the staff are efficient and so kind. We had Villem as our...
  • Melissa
    Australia Australia
    We loved everything about our stay at Rhulani. The staff were incredible and took such wonderful care of us. We've never felt more special in our whole lives. The experience is truly amazing. The safaris and guides were so knowledgeable,...

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      African • International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
    • Ambience
      Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Kosher • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Rhulani Safari Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Shared toilet
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Landmark view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • Private pool
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Dryer
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Themed dinners
  • Game drives
Living Area
  • Fireplace
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Telephone
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Valet parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Express check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Babysitting/Child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Mosquito net
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Heating
  • Laptop safe
  • Packed lunches
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Plunge pool
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Pool bar
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
Spa
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Open-air bath
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages Spoken
  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Italian
  • Portuguese

House rules
Rhulani Safari Lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 6 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that compulsory conservation levies are applicable and excluded from the rates. These are payable prior to or on arrival.

2019 Conservation Levy

- ZAR 150 per person, per night (people 12 years of age or older)

- ZAR 75 per child, per night (children between 2 and 11 years of age)

2020 Conservation Levy

- ZAR 165 per person, per night (people 12 years of age or older)

- ZAR 82.50 per child, per night (people 11 years of age or younger)

A gate entrance fee is applicable and payable upon entrance to Madikwe Game Reserve. Please contact the property directly for further information.

Gate Entry Fee

- ZAR 180 per person, per night (people 12 years of age or older)

- ZAR 80 per child, per night (children between 2 and 11 years of age)

Fly-in fees:

- ZAR 240 per person, per night (people 12 years of age or older)

- ZAR 150 per child, per night (children between 2 and 11 years of age)

Please note that children under the age of 6 are not permitted on safari drives. Children under 12 are permitted on the sole discretion of the field guide.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Rhulani Safari Lodge of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

FAQs about Rhulani Safari Lodge

  • Rhulani Safari Lodge is 6.2 miles from the center of Madikwe Game Reserve. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, Rhulani Safari Lodge is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Room options at Rhulani Safari Lodge include:

    • Bungalow
  • Rhulani Safari Lodge has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant
  • Check-in at Rhulani Safari Lodge is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • The prices at Rhulani Safari Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Rhulani Safari Lodge offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Themed dinners
    • Swimming pool
    • Open-air bath
    • Game drives