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 Lodge is divided into 3 sections accommodating smaller groups separately giving a more intimate feel, with or bigger groups sharing the large deck and dining boma.

Game Viewing
Professional and skilled rangers deliver an interpretive experience of the bush on morning and afternoon/evening game-drives in 4x4 safari vehicles. Photographic opportunities of the Reserve's fauna, flora and topography are excellent. Positioned at the ecological junction between the bushveld and the Kalahari, Madikwe comprises five distinct habitats, which are home to an array of African wildlife. In addition to Africa's Big Five, you may see large numbers of elephant, giraffe and impala occurring alongside oryx, springbok and red hartebeest.

Rooms
Each of the suites 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. The rooms are secluded with stunning views across the plains.

Dining
All meals are included and are served either on the viewing deck, in the boma or in winter in the dining area. Breakfast and Lunch are buffet style and dinner is a choice of main courses or a traditional 'braai' (South African barbeque).

Madikwe Hills will take children under 12