Positioned on the banks of the Groot Marico River, bordering Botswana, the luxurious Madikwe River Lodge offers guests the chance to enjoy the sights and sounds of Africa, whilst relaxing on a shady wooden deck in riverine bush. Sixteen split-level suites surround the main lodge, with the outdoor dining boma located on a central island, accessed by a wooden bridge over the river. Your safari experience takes you to the untamed wilderness of the Kalahari Thornveld, where dining under African stars and early morning breakfasts under Acacia trees are the norm.
- Pickup from your area of residence in the morning or airport
- Transported from the fully air-conditioned vehicle
- Visit The Chameleon Village African Craft Market(optional) Itinerary:
Day 1: Upon arrival at the airport you’ll be met by Bono Tours and Safaris or the representative will come and collect you from your place residence or airport then proceed to Madikwe River Lodge - Madikwe Game Reserve .The journey will take up to 4hours to the lodge. Madikwe River Lodge staff will welcome you on arrival and assist you with your check in and explain to you on how the lodge operates and introduced to you your field guide who will be taking you on your safari for the duration of your stay. After check in they will escort to your room to freshen up before leaving for the afternoon game drive to enjoy the BIG FIVE and what nature had to offer on that afternoon. Refreshments will be served during the course of the safari. Came back to the lodge early evening and dinner will be served.
Day 2. Early wakeup call then meet your guide at reception for tea and coffee before leaving for a morning game drive. Enjoy your morning looking for the African wildlife then came back to the lodge for breakfast. The rest of the day will be spent at the lodge relaxing by the pool or in your room or you can visit the SPA (own account). Then you leave again for the afternoon game drive.
Day 3. Early wakeup call then meet your guide at reception for tea and coffee before leaving for a morning game drive. Enjoy your morning looking for the African wildlife then came back to the lodge for breakfast. The rest of the day will be spent at the lodge relaxing. Then you leave again for the afternoon game drive.
Day 4. Early wakeup call then meet your guide at reception for tea and coffee before leaving for a morning game drive. Came back to the lodge after the morning game drive then have breakfast and check out. Then Bono Tours and Safaris representative will take you back to the airport or place of residence with fun filled memories.
Points of Interest
- Johannesburg
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private tour
- Afternoon tea
- National Park fees
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Tea and coffee
- Transport by private vehicle
- Professional guide
- 3 nights accommodation
- Driver/guide
- Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)
- All activities
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Drinks
- Gratuities
Located in the North West Province, Madikwe Game Reserve shares its northern border with Botswana and is nestled between the Dwarsberg Mountains and the Marico river. Thanks to a diverse range of habitats, from acacia savannah to riverine, the reserve is home to a unique mix of wildlife including wild dogs, cheetahs, lions, both white and black rhinos, buffalos, and elephants. The reserve features a brilliant display of bird species and is one of the rare wildlife reserves in South Africa that is malaria-free. The ‘Operation Phoenix’, initiated in 1993, facilitated the relocation of over 8,000 game animals into the park over six years. Predators including cheetahs, wild dogs, hyenas, and lions from the Etosha National Park (Namibia) and Pilanesberg National Park were introduced into Madikwe in 1996. Furthermore, an influx of 180 elephants from Zimbabwe’s drought-stricken Gonarezhou Game Reserve also occurred.
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
If you cancel at least 7 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 3 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
