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Africa Safari Holiday News

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African Safari And Beach Holiday News

Seeing the Wild Dogs of Africa

Tracey Campbell - November 19, 2014

The African wild dog, or the Painted Dog as it is also called, is now unfortunately one of Africa’s endangered species. Changing habitats and disease have caused the population to drop rapidly, and it is estimated that there are now only between 3,000 and 5,000 left in the wild. Unlike their domestic doggy cousins, the […] Read More


Property of the Week – Tuningi Safari Lodge

Tracey Campbell - August 17, 2011

The 5* Tuningi Safari Lodge is set in a valley on the western side of the malaria-free Big 5 Madikwe Game Reserve, situated just 5 hours from Johannesburg. Daily game drives in open 4×4 vehicles allow guests to sense the excitement of the African bush. Lion, elephant, buffalo, white and black rhino, leopard and the […] Read More


Safari Combo Deal

Tracey Campbell - July 29, 2011

Book 2 nights on safari at Lion Sands River Lodge and Lion Sands Ivory Lodge, in the exclusive Sabi Sand Game Reserve; OR at Tinga Legends and Tinga Narina lodges, in Big 5 Kruger Park PLUS 2 nights at Madikwe Safari Lodge, in the malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve AND RECEIVE A THIRD NIGHT AT MADIKWE […] Read More


Book 3 nights on Safari and receive 2 FREE nights in Cape Town

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Book 3 nights on safari at the following safari lodges, and receive 2 FREE nights at either the Cape Cadogan or More Quarters, in the buzzy and beautiful city of Cape Town – the perfect way start or end your safari trip of a lifetime. Lion Sands River Lodge and Lion Sands Ivory Lodge, in […] Read More


Stay 4 / Pay 3 until April 2013 !

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STAY 4 NIGHTS AND ONLY PAY FOR 3 • Valid from 1 October 2011 – 30 April 2013. • Valid for all room categories at the following properties : Lion Sands River Lodge and Lion Sands Ivory Lodge, in the exclusive Sabi Sand Game Reserve Tinga Legends and Tinga Narina lodges, in Big 5 Kruger […] Read More


Celebrate Valentine’s at Etali

Tracey Campbell - January 7, 2011

Celebrate Valentine’s throughout the month of February with a romantic getaway at the luxurious Etali Safari Lodge, in the malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve. The 8 luxurious air-conditioned suites are each set apart for total privacy in its own bushveld domain. The mix of cool and earthy colours in the decor is a peaceful contrast to […] Read More


Special New Year Offer at Mateya

Tracey Campbell - November 22, 2010

Mateya Safari Lodge is situated in the spectacular 76,000 hectare malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve. As well as elephant, lion, leopard, rhino and buffalo, the Reserve is also home to wild dog, cheetah, plains game including gemsbok, springbok, zebra and giraffe, and over 340 species of birds. Experienced game rangers and trackers will be on hand […] Read More


Last Minute Safari Special

Tracey Campbell - November 2, 2010

Want to escape the onslaught of annoying Christmas songs being played endlessly over and over again in shops and on the radio? I know, why not take a trip to South Africa and go on safari in the Madikwe Game Reserve? Just as a thought … Maybe this will tempt you further …. Stay for […] Read More


Royal Madikwe Win Top Award

Tracey Campbell - October 23, 2010

The exclusive 5* Royal Madikwe Safari Lodge, in the malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve, has just been crowned overall category winner in the Luxury Game Lodge Category in the prestigious 2010 World Luxury Hotel Awards. It really is no surprise that this game lodge won this award, as it is truly outstanding. Royal Madikwe can accommodate […] Read More


New Incentives to stay at Etali Safari Lodge

Tracey Campbell - October 11, 2010

Just in ! Stay 3 nights at Etali Safari Lodge, in the malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve, and receive 2 x 60 minute complimentary treatments in their Wellness Centre. Valid for travel between 11 October 2010 and 15 December 2010. OR Stay 2 nights anytime before 15th December 2010 and your rate will include a one-way […] Read More