Etali Safari Lodge

Highlights

• Big Five game drives in malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve
• Private heated plunge pool and extra-long king bed in every suite
• Waterhole positioned directly in front of the lodge for close sightings from your suite
• Long-established Kosher kitchen catering to all dietary requirements
• Pair with Etali Beach Villa for a bush-and-beach combination

You Should Know

• Children under 6 are not permitted on standard game drives; private vehicles, bumble drives and baby-sitting (R750 per day) are offered instead
• Waterhole-view suite 5 is reserved for elderly or guests with reduced mobility; suites 6 and 7 cannot be pre-booked
• Single guest surcharge is 30% of the per-person rate
• Conservation, gate and airstrip fees are payable in addition to the rate
• Three nights recommended to do Madikwe's wildlife justice

The Details

Location

Madikwe Game Reserve stretches across roughly 185,000 acres of bushveld on the Botswana border in South Africa's North West Province. It is malaria-free and home to the Big Five along with wild dog and cheetah. Most guests arrive via a five-hour road transfer from OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg, a 45-minute drive from Sir Seretse Khama Airport in Gaborone, or a scheduled flight into Madikwe's Eastern Airstrip, about 20 minutes from the lodge.

Accommodation

Suites are built around extra-long king beds and private heated plunge pools, with several suites positioned for direct views over the waterhole that sits in front of the lodge. High-speed wifi runs through both the suites and the main lodge area.

Dining

The kitchen blends African and international cuisine and caters for all dietary requirements, including gluten-free and Halal. Etali has run a dedicated Kosher kitchen for more than 20 years, with chefs shopping weekly to meet guest requirements; a Kosher surcharge of R750 per person per day applies.

Game Drives

Two game drives run each day in open vehicles with a guide and tracker, exploring Madikwe in search of the Big Five. Guests with children under 6, or those who want full flexibility over timing, can book a private vehicle with private guide and tracker for R8,000 per day. Mid-morning bumble drives are available for younger children.

Wellness Centre

The wellness centre includes a gym and steam room, both included in the rate. A complimentary 30-minute spa treatment is included for guests aged 14 and over, with further treatments bookable for an additional charge.

Price Includes

• Accommodation in a suite with extra-long king bed and private heated plunge pool
• All meals
• House wines and local beers
• Non-alcoholic beverages
• Two game drives per day
• One 30-minute spa treatment per stay (guests aged 14+)
• Use of the gym and steam room
• Laundry
• High-speed wifi in the suites and main lodge