Madikwe Safari Lodge is situated in the 75 000 hectare malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve, located north-west of Johannesburg and bordering Gaborone, Botswana. The area is well known for providing the best game viewing within the Reserve, as well as having the lowest concentration of safari vehicles, which makes for a superior Big 5 game viewing experience.
Children of all ages are welcome at Lelapa Lodge. Child rates are applicable. Children's activities and childminding are available.
Kopano and Dithaba Lodge only permit children over the age of 16 years. Dithaba will accept children of all ages if the lodge is booked exclusively.
Three unique luxury lodges offer intimate accommodation with sweeping views over the game-filled plains, with the Dwarsberg range forming a purple-hued backdrop.
Lelapa Lodge offers 12 comfortable, spacious suites with double beds (convertible to twins), air-conditioning, ceiling fans, en-suite bathrooms, safes, minibars, direct-dial telephones, hairdryers, and a range of deluxe amenities. Two of the rooms are family suites and feature a second bedroom with children’s bunk beds and a sleeper couch. Many activities are designed especially for children, including family safari drives, bush orientation, bug CSI, dung tracking, track packs with Plaster of Paris, baking in the kitchen, making pizzas in the boma, stargazing, games night, and much more.
Kopano Lodge offers four suites, each equipped with double beds (convertible to twins), air-conditioning, fireplaces, ceiling fans, en-suite bathrooms, outdoor showers, private plunge pools, safes, minibars, direct-dial telephones, hairdryers, and a range of deluxe amenities.
With only four suites, Dithaba Lodge is well-suited for groups of friends or family members. Each suite features double beds (convertible to twins), private plunge pools, air-conditioning, fireplaces, ceiling fans, en-suite bathrooms, outdoor showers, safes, minibars, direct-dial telephones, hairdryers, and a range of deluxe amenities.
The lodge facilities include a wellness spa, relaxation area, Wi-Fi access, outdoor dining areas, and private viewing decks. Activities offered at Madikwe Safari Lodge include morning and evening game drives in open safari vehicles, bush walks, bird watching, astronomy, ecology house visits, local community village tours, bush dining, and spa treatments.
Madikwe Game Reserve boasts a rich biodiversity of mammals, including Africa’s Big Five, 66 large mammal species, and 300 recorded bird species. Madikwe Safari Lodge is ideal for solo explorers, couples, and families looking for a luxury safari getaway.
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✅ An expert will reach out to you within 24 hours
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✅ Same price as booking direct, with expert care included
✅ With you before, during and after your safari
✅ We handle it all. Flights, transfers, lodging & activities
June 14, 2025
The booking process was incredibly…
The booking process was incredibly simple. Keith did a great job making sure all my reservations were in place. And was very responsive to my questions. Highly recommended!
June 9, 2025
Easy booking process
Keith was great to work with and very responsive. When our original inquiry was no longer available due to the busy season, he quickly found another alternative of similar experience and cost.
June 3, 2025
First Class
Keith was incredibly helpful during the whole process. He offered many options and made all of the necessary arrangement.