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.
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.
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Safari Lodge
Offering a very private experience, Buffalo Ridge Safari Lodge has 8 uniquely decorated suites, each with their own deck which provides guests with expansive views to the north. The suites were designed to blend with the beauty of the natural surrounds.
From R1995 to R3450 per person, based on 2 people sharing.
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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 R3150 to R4700 per person, based on 2 people sharing.
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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 R1890 to R16500 per person, based on 2 people sharing.
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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 R2100 to R4635 per person, based on 2 people sharing.
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Safari Lodge
Jaci's Tree Lodge has 8 luxurious 'Tree Houses', each encompassing a giant tamboti or leadwood tree.
Each 'Tree House' is constructed on stilts, up to 6 meters above the ground.
From R2100 to R4635 per person, based on 2 people sharing.
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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 R13520 to R17500 per unit (see individual rooms/units for details).
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Safari Lodge
The subtle decor of the lodge integrates natural elements with colours highlighting Africa's ambiance.
You will be accommodated in ultra-luxurious glass fronted suites designed for complete relaxation and comfort boasting soft sofas, voluptuous mosquito netting and cotton picot linen.
From R3500 to R4920 per person, based on 2 people sharing.
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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 R1800 to R2710 per person, based on 2 people sharing.
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