The 76,000 hectare Madikwe Game Reserve is situated in the far north of North West Province, adjacent to the Botswana border and just a 4 hour drive from Johannesburg.

The Reserve is home to 66 large mammal species including the Big 5 and approximately 300 resident and migrant bird species.

It is one of South Africa's largest game reserves and a popular safari choice for overseas visitors as it is in a malaria-free area and a number of the lodges also welcome children.

Guests are taken on conducted day and night game drives or bush walks. Excellent accommodation is available at various private lodges in the reserve. There are no day visitor facilities - only residents at a lodges may enter the reserve.

Madikwe You can read more about what you can expect from a safari lodge here.

If you would like us to include a safari in one of these outstanding lodges as part of your trip to South Africa, please click here.

Alternatively if you are only looking to book just a safari you can either browse our selection of safari lodges in the Game Reserve below and book directly through this site, or ask us to recommend a lodge based on your budget.

Enjoy a Big 5 Safari for 3 nights and only pay for 2 at selected safari lodges !

Valid for travel from 15 November 2010 to 20 December 2010
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Impodimo Game Lodge (access via Wonderboom Gate)

Safari Lodge
Each of the 8 glass fronted luxury suites all enjoy uninterrupted views over the reserve from a private deck. The suites all have full en-suite facilities including outside showers.

From R2425 ( approx U$ 335 ) per person.

Children Welcome - Special kids programme available

Tau Game Lodge (access via Tau Lodge Gate)

Safari Lodge
The decor and furnishings of the 30 rustic thatched chalets are African-inspired. All rooms are equipped with both air-conditioning and ceiling fans.

From R2260 ( approx U$ 312 ) per person.

Madikwe Safari Lodge (access via Abjaterskop Gate)

Safari Lodge
Madikwe Safari Lodge offers sophisticated and luxurious accommodation. Each of the 16 suites features a sitting area, a bedroom with circular fireplace, a spacious dressing area with personal bar, and an en-suite bathroom with bath, indoor and outdoor shower.

From R2915 ( approx U$ 403 ) per person.

Makanyane Safari Lodge (access via Makanyane Gate)

Safari Lodge
Each of the 8 luxurious suites has an open fronted lounge and a private sundeck. Glass walled bedrooms and bathrooms offer uninterrupted views of the bush and the Marico River.

From R4395 ( approx U$ 608 ) per person.

Madikwe River Lodge (access via Abjaterskop Gate)

Safari Lodge
Madikwe River Lodge offers comfortable accommodation in 16 split-level thatched chalets. Each chalet is individually decorated to create a rich African feel, and offer an en-suite bathroom and shower, ceiling fans, and a private wooden viewing deck overlooking the river.

From R2310 ( approx U$ 319 ) per person.

Jaci's Safari Lodge (access via Molatedi Gate)

Safari Lodge
The 8 rooms are all built using a unique combination of thatched roofs, stone and canvas walls, which creates a 'tented' feel and captures all the elements of a truly luxurious African bush safari. Each room has an open plan bathroom with a hand-made rock bath with an outdoor shower, and fans to keep a gentle breeze flowing.

From R3395 ( approx U$ 469 ) per person.

Little Madikwe (access via Abjaterskop Gate)

Safari Lodge
The luxurious decor and added touches in the form of satellite TV, DVD movies, outside showers, fireplaces, underfloor heating and air-conditioning all contribute to making a stay here a wonderful experience. The villa is ideal for families with younger children, as on request a wide selection of childrens books and games can be supplied to keep everyone entertained.

From R8342.5 ( approx U$ 1153 ) per person.

Etali Safari Lodge (access via Abjaterskop Gate)

Safari Lodge
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 the unsurpassed beauty of the sweet-thorn acacia trees outside.

From R4065 ( approx U$ 562 ) per person.

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