Madikwe Safari Lodge

Set within the malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve, Madikwe Safari Lodge combines exceptional Big Five wildlife with a relaxed, uncrowded atmosphere and a choice of accommodation designed around different styles of safari. Warm, intuitive service, excellent food and one of the reserve’s finest safari spas add a sense of effortless comfort, whether you are travelling as a family, couple, solo or small group.

Madikwe is renowned for consistent Big Five sightings, alongside less commonly seen species such as African wild dogs, brown hyenas and cheetahs. The reserve’s varied landscapes create a rewarding safari experience, while the lower number of visitors gives game drives a wonderfully peaceful and exclusive feel.

Lelapa Camp is the most versatile option, with spacious suites and plenty of private corners alongside welcoming communal areas. The pool and active waterhole form a natural gathering point, where elephants can sometimes wander within metres of the sun loungers. Families, couples, friends and solo travellers can all settle into the relaxed atmosphere and shape their days around their own interests.

For a more intimate experience, Kopano Camp has just four suites arranged around a cosy central area overlooking a waterhole. It is particularly well suited to couples, solo travellers and small groups seeking privacy, while guests still have access to Lelapa’s spa, gym and other facilities.

Dithaba offers an adults-only retreat with four suites and expansive views across the reserve. Its secluded setting provides a peaceful mountain hideaway, while full access to the wider lodge facilities means guests can enjoy the best of both worlds. For complete privacy, Elela Villa offers its own dedicated team, private safari vehicle and generous living spaces, making it ideal for families, friends or private groups.

With a choice of intimate retreats, sociable spaces and fully private options, Madikwe Safari Lodge allows each guest to experience safari in their own way. Whether watching elephants at the waterhole, relaxing at the spa or heading out in search of wild dogs, every day can be shaped around the pace and experiences that suit you best.