| Rates inclusive of 15% VAT
• South African Rand • Subject to availability |
|
Madikwe Kopano & Dithaba - Single per night |
|
Validity
Period
|
Seasonal
Rates |
| 01 Sep 2019 to 30 Nov 2019 |
R17
760 |
| 01 Dec 2019 to 17 Dec 2019 |
R13
590 |
| 18 Dec 2019 to 03 Jan 2020 |
R20
435 |
| 04 Jan 2020 to 30 Apr 2020 |
R17
270 |
| 01 May 2020 to 31 Aug 2020 |
R14
680 |
| 01 Sep 2020 to 30 Nov 2020 |
R19
180 |
| 01 Dec 2020 to 19 Dec 2020 |
R14
680 |
| 20 Dec 2020 to 03 Jan 2021 |
R23
975 |
| 04 Jan 2021 to 30 Apr 2021 |
R18
655 |
|
Madikwe Kopano
& Dithaba - Per
Person
Sharing Per Night |
| Validity
Period |
Seasonal
Rates |
| 01 Sep 2019 to 30 Nov 2019 |
R11
840 |
| 01 Dec 2019 to 17 Dec 2019 |
R
9 060 |
| 18 Dec 2019 to 03 Jan 2020 |
R13
620 |
| 04 Jan 2020 to 30 Apr 2020 |
R11
515 |
| 01 May 2020 to 31 Aug 2020 |
R
9 785 |
| 01 Sep 2020 to 30 Nov 2020 |
R12
785 |
| 01 Dec 2020 to 19 Dec 2020 |
R
9 785 |
| 20 Dec 2020 to 03 Jan 2021 |
R15
985 |
| 04 Jan 2021 to 30 Apr 2021 |
R12
435 |
| Madikwe
Safari & Lelapa - Single per night |
|
Validity
Period
|
Seasonal
Rates |
| 01 Sep 2019 to 30 Nov 2019 |
R16
140 |
| 01 Dec 2019 to 17 Dec 2019 |
R12
355 |
| 18 Dec 2019 to 03 Jan 2020 |
R18
575 |
| 04 Jan 2020 to 30 Apr 2020 |
R15
705 |
| 01 May 2020 to 31 Aug 2020 |
R13
340 |
| 01 Sep 2020 to 30 Nov 2020 |
R17
440 |
| 01 Dec 2020 to 19 Dec 2020 |
R13
340 |
| 20 Dec 2020 to 03 Jan 2021 |
R21
800 |
| 04 Jan 2021 to 30 Apr 2021 |
R16
965 |
| Madikwe
Safari & Lelapa - Per
Person
Sharing Per Night |
| Validity
Period |
Seasonal
Rates |
| 01 Sep 2019 to 30 Nov 2019 |
R10
760 |
| 01 Dec 2019 to 17 Dec 2019 |
R8
235 |
| 18 Dec 2019 to 03 Jan 2020 |
R12
385 |
| 04 Jan 2020 to 30 Apr 2020 |
R10
470 |
| 01 May 2020 to 31 Aug 2020 |
R
8 895 |
| 01 Sep 2020 to 30 Nov 2020 |
R11
625 |
| 01 Dec 2020 to 19 Dec 2020 |
R
8 895 |
| 20 Dec 2020 to 03 Jan 2021 |
R14
535 |
| 04 Jan 2021 to 30 Apr 2021 |
R11
310 |
| DOMESTIC RATE |
Lelapa,
Kopano & Dithaba
04 Jan 2019- 31 Oct 2019
|
|
Validity
Period
|
Per
Person Sharing |
Single |
| Madikwe Lelapa Lodge |
R5
940 |
R8 940 |
| Madikwe Kopano & Dithaba |
R6
550 |
R9 850 |
01 Nov 2019- 17 Dec 2019
|
|
Validity
Period
|
Per
Person Sharing |
Single |
| Madikwe Lelapa Lodge |
R4
580 |
R6 870 |
| Madikwe Kopano & Dithaba |
R5
030 |
R7 590 |
| DOMESTIC 1 - 30 Day RATE
04 Jan 2019 -
17 Dec 2019
|
|
Validity
Period
|
Per
Person Sharing |
Single |
| Madikwe Lelapa Lodge |
R4
580 |
R6 880 |
| Madikwe Kopano & Dithaba |
R5
030 |
R7 580 |
There is a peak period and minimum 3 night stay at all properties from
the 18 December 2019 – 3 January 2020.
Rates Include:
- Luxury accommodation in a suite with private plunge pool;
- All meals;
- Teas/Coffees;
- Two game drives daily with FGASA qualified ranger;
- Game drive refreshments & snacks;
- Transfers to and from the Eastern Madikwe airstrip;
- Specified inclusive safari activities.
- Wi-Fi in public areas
Rates
Exclude:
- Laundry;
- Beverages;
- Cigars & cigarettes;
- All flights and transfers not specified;
- Gratuities;
- Telephone calls;
- Curio shop purchases; Spa treatments);
- Any additional extras will be for the guests account
Black Friday/Cyber Monday
The below serves as
confirmation of the agreed rates for Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
| |
Black Friday Rate |
| 04 Jan
2020 - 30 Apr 2020 |
pps |
single |
| Madikwe Lelapa |
R
6 543 |
R
9 815 |
| Madikwe Kopano & Dithaba |
R
7 197 |
R
10 796 |
| 01 May
2020 - 31 May 2020 |
pps |
single |
| Madikwe Lelapa |
R
5 559 |
R
8 339 |
| Madikwe Kopano & Dithaba |
R
6 117 |
R
9 176 |
Rates include:
- Luxurious
accommodation,
- three meals
per day; Teas/Coffees;
- Mini bar in
room;
- Inclusive drinks & selected
snacks (all soft drinks and selection of beers, spirits & house
wines);
- Two game drives daily with FGASA
qualified ranger; Game drive refreshments & snacks;
- Specified inclusive safari activities;
- Wi-Fi in
public areas
Rates exclude:
- Laundry;
Premium brand beers, spirits, cellar wines & champagnes;
- Cigars
& cigarettes;
- All flights and transfers (other
than Skukuza Airport);
- Gratuities;
- Telephone
calls;
- Curio shop purchases;
- Spa
treatments;
- Trails
experience;
- Any
additional extras will be for the guests’ account;
- Entrance
and Conservation fees;
- Madikwe
Park Fee: R 180 per person per stay
- Madikwe
Conservation Fee: R165 per person per day
- Marataba
Park Fee: R 295 per person per stay
- Marataba
Conservation Fee: R128 per person per stay
Terms & Conditions:
- Reservations made will be confirmed immediately and guests
will have to pay in full at the time of booking to qualify for the
special
- Promo booking
period: 8
am, 29 November to 11 pm, 2 December (CAT)
- Travel
period: 4 January – 31 May 2020.
Excludes (Mining Indaba) & All Properties, 10-14
April (Easter)
- Cannot be combined with any existing MOREFORYOU Promotion
– including Friends of MORE
- Valid for new bookings only. Provisional bookings cannot be
cancelled and re-booked on discounted rate.
- Rates include/exclude as per contract (normal
inclusions/exclusions)
- Any amendments made subsequent to the end of the booking
window will be on standard rates
- Subject to rooms available on the promotional rate
Cancellation Policy:
- 100% cancellation fee on the value of
the booking
Please feel free to let us know if there is anything you would like us
to help clarify.
SEE MORE
PROMOTION
Stay 3 nights any
MORE lodge and
get 2
nights
at MORE Quarters Hotel in a Luxury Room free
Terms & Conditions:
Valid from 4 Jan
– 17 Dec 2019 | 4 Jan – 19 Dec 2020 | 4 Jan
– 30 April 2021
• All promotions are subject to availability of rooms
• Valid for a maximum of two rooms/ four guests per booking
• MORE Quarters must be booked within the same travel
itinerary as the related MORE Lodge comprised in this special offer
• Enquiries must specify the name of the package (i.e.
‘SeeMORE’ etc)
• Packages cannot be combined
• Other T&Cs may apply
• Block-out dates: 18 December 2019 – 4 January
2020
STAY
MORE PROMOTION
Stay 4
nights and
only
pay for 3!
NOW available the whole year 2019
Terms & Conditions:
- All promotions are subject to availability of
rooms
- Valid for a maximum of two rooms/ four guests
- Enquiries must specify the name of the package
(i.e. ‘StayMORE’ etc)
- Packages cannot be combined
- Other T&Cs may apply
- Block-out dates: 18 December 2019 – 4
January 2020
HOP MORE
PROMOTION
Validity: From 4 January – 17
December 2019 | 4 January – 19 December 2020 | 4 January
– 30 April 2021
Madikwe/Marataba combination: Stay 2 nights at each property, and get
the hop between them on Mara-Dikwe Air Taxi free
Book at least one flight on Mara-Dikwe Air Taxi out of/back to
Johannesburg to receive your Mara-Dikwe hop between the lodges free.
Terms &
Conditions:
- Children (6-15 years) qualify for 50% discount off flight
fare
- Standard fare applies to kids under 6 years of age
- All promotions are subject to availability of rooms
- Maximum two rooms/ 4 guests
- Packages cannot be combined
- Other T&Cs may apply
- Enquiries must specify the name of the package (i.e.
‘HopMORE’ etc.)
- Block-out dates: 18 Dec 2019 – 3 Jan 2020
& 20 Dec 2020 – 3 Jan 2021
WONDER
MORE
PROMOTION
Valid for
travel 1 Nov 2019 – 31 March 2020
Spend 3 nights at any of our South African Safari Lodges, and receive 2
nights free at Stanley & Livingstone Boutique Hotel.
Valid at:
Stanley & Livingstone Boutique Hotel – Victoria
Falls, Zimbabwe
Lions Sands Game Reserve – Mpumalanga, South Africa
Madikwe Safari Lodge – North West, South Africa
Marataba Game Reserve – Limpopo, South Africa
Extended validity period
Valid for travel April/May & June 2019 as well as 1 Nov 2019
– 31 March 2020
– Free nights at Stanley & Livingstone on B&B
basis
– Free nights at Ursula’s Homestead on DBB basis
Block-out dates:
20 December 2019 – 3 January 2020
Terms &
Conditions:
- Enquiries must specify the name of the package
(‘WonderMORE’)
- Subject to accommodation availability
- Valid for new bookings only
- Promotions cannot be combined
- Other T&Cs may apply
2.2
SafariMORE Experience
Valid until 17 Dec 2019 and 4 Jan
– 30 Apr 2020
Madikwe/Marataba combination:
stay for six nights
and
pay for only five
nights
Book three nights (minimum stay) at Madikwe Safari Lodge and three
nights at either Marataba Safari Lodge or Mountain Lodge (or a
combination of both) and get one night free
Terms & Conditions:
- All promotions are subject to availability of
rooms
- Valid for a maximum
of two rooms/ four guests
- Enquiries must specify the name of the package
(i.e. ‘SafariMORE’ etc)
- Packages cannot be combined
- Other T&Cs may apply
- Block-out dates: 18 December 2019 – 4
January 2020
2.5 DiscoverMORE
Valid
from 4 January
2019- 17 December 2019 and 4 January - 30 April 2020
T&Cs:
Pay for 5 nights and get the 6th
night free.
-Book three nights (minimum stay) at Madikwe
Safari Lodge and three nights at either Marataba Safari Lodge or
Mountain Lodge (or a combination of both) and get one night free
- Subject to availability of rooms
- Valid for maximum 2 rooms/ 4 guests
- The SafariMORE package can only be booked on your
contracted rates and not on any other negotiated or discounted rates,
or in conjunction with other packages
- Must specify
“SafariMORE Package” on enquiry. If
not requested and stipulated at time of reservation with MORE, the
package will not be honoured
- Block-out
dates: 18 December 2019 – 4 January 2020
2.4
SafariMORE Experience
Valid
from 4 May 2019 - 31 Aug
2019
T&Cs:
Pay for 3 nights and get
the 4th night free
- Minimum
3 night stay at Madikwe Safari Lodge, and the free night will be
offered at Marataba Safari Lodge or Marataba Trails Lodge
(i.e.guests
will stay 3 nights at Madikwe Safari Lodge and 3 nights at
Marataba
Trails Lodge)
- Subject to availability of rooms
- Valid for maximum 2 rooms/ 4 guests
- The SafariMORE package can only be booked on your
contracted rates and not on any other negotiated or discounted rates,
or in conjunction with other packages
- Must specify
“SafariMORE Package” on enquiry. If
not requested and stipulated at time of reservation with MORE, the
package will not be honoured
2.5
DiscoverMORE
Valid from 4
Jan – 17 Dec 2019; 4 Jan – 19 Dec 2020; 4 Jan
– 30 April 2021; subject to
availability of
rooms
Book a
minimum of 6
nights at any MORE property / properties in one
itinerary, and
receive a
further 5% off your contracted Rate.
- Subject to availability of rooms
- Valid for maximum 2 rooms/ 4 guests
- The DiscoverMORE package can only be booked on your
contracted rates and not on any other negotiated or discounted rates,
or in conjunction with other packages
- Must specify “DiscoverMORE
Package” on enquiry and properties must be
requested and
booked at the same time. If not requested and stipulated at time of
reservation with MORE, the package will not be honoured.
- Block-out dates: 18 December 2019 – 4 January 2020
2.6
AdventureMORE Experience
Book three nights at any
MORE safari lodge and three nights at Stanley & Livingstone
Boutique Hotel/Ursula’s Homestead, and pay for only two
nights at Stanley & Livingstone Boutique
Hotel/Ursula’s Homestead
Validity:
- From 4 January – 17 December 2019
- From 4 January – 19 December 2020
- From 4 January – 30 April 2021
• Stanley & Livingstone Boutique Hotel
• Ursula’s Homestead
Terms & Conditions
- All promotions are subject to availability of
rooms
- Maximum two rooms/ 4 guests
- Packages cannot be combined
- Other T&Cs may apply
- Enquiries must specify the name of the package
(i.e. ‘AdventureMORE’ etc.)
- Block-out dates: 18 Dec 2019 – 3 Jan
2020 & 20 Dec 2020 – 3 Jan 2021
2.7
FriendsOfMORE Experience
Valid from 4
January 2019- 17 December 2019 and 4 January - 30 April 2020
T&Cs:
Repeat guests will be gifted 10% off their accommodation.
- Valid for repeat guests, and excludes travelling
companions who have not stayed at a MORE property previously
- All promotions are subject to availability of
rooms
- Maximum two rooms/ four guests
- The above packages cannot be combined
- Packages cannot be combined
- Other T&Cs may apply
- Enquiries must specify the name of the package
(i.e. ‘FriendsofMORE’ etc.)
- Block-out dates: 18
Dec 2019 – 3 Jan
2020 & 20 Dec 2020 – 4 Jan 2021
2.8
LoveMORE Experience
For newlyweds on their
honeymoon!
Spend three nights at any
MORE property and one of the happy couple
gets 20% off their accommodation
Validity
- From 4 January – 17 December 2019
- From 4 January – 19 December 2020
- From 4 January – 30 April 2021
Terms & Conditions
- All promotions are subject to availability of
rooms
- Honeymoon offer is valid for a year after date of
marriage;
marriage certificate to be provided
- Packages cannot be combined
- Other T&Cs may apply
- Enquiries must specify the name of the package
(i.e.
‘LoveMORE’ etc.)
- Block-out dates: 18 Dec 2019 – 3 Jan
2020
& 20 Dec 2020 – 3 Jan 2021
2.9
FlyMORE Experience
Valid from 4
January – 17 December 2019 | 4 January – 19
December 2020 | 4 January – 30 April 2021
T&Cs:
Book three nights at Madikwe Safari Lodge and three nights at Marataba
Game Reserve (Safari or Mountain Lodge) and receive all three flights
on Mara-Dikwe Air Taxi free
- Only valid on adult per person sharing and single
rates
- Children (6-15 years) qualify for 50% discount
off flight fare
- Standard fare applies to kids under 6 years of age
- All promotions are subject to availability of
rooms
- Minimum of two full paying guests
- Packages cannot be combined
- Other T&Cs may apply
- Enquiries must specify the name of the package
(i.e. ‘FlyMORE’ etc.)
- Block-out dates: 18 Dec 2019 – 3 Jan
2020 & 20 Dec 2020 – 3 Jan 2021
Enquire | Book Now
Our three lodges, Lelapa,
Dithaba and Kopano comprise of 20 suites in total and give guests a
choice to stay together as a group of family and friends, or to have a
more private bush experience as a couple. Our staff know exactly how to
make you feel welcome, comfortable and relaxed. If you curl up on your
couch at home, that is what we encourage you to do with us at Madikwe
Safari Lodge.
Lelapa Lodge
Lelapa literally means ‘family’, and this
is exactly how we want you to feel – there is no restriction
in terms of age or generation. You can expect warm hospitality, sublime
comfort and a compelling charm which will make you want to stay forever.
Each of the 12 Suites are spacious, comfortable and ever respectful of
the natural environment beyond. Indoor and outdoor showers, private
plunge pool and wood-burning fireplace are just some of the added
creature comforts to enhance Mother Nature’s subtle signature.
Quick Facts
- 12 Suites for 24 people
- Children of all ages welcome
- Children’s activities and babysitting available
- Family Rooms available
- Private plunge pools
- Communal pool
- Suitable for disabled travellers (with assistance)
- Full range of dietary preferences catered for
- Free Wi-Fi (in public areas)
Kopano Lodge
Kopano directly translated means ‘small
gathering’. The Lodge comprises just 4 Suites (each with
private plunge pool) which share a magnificent common area. Fine dining
to the hoot of an owl, the roar of a lion or the crazed whoop of a
hyena is the stuff that dreams are made of. Salut!
Quick Facts
- 4 Suites for 8 guests
- Children of 16 and older welcome
- Private Plunge Pools only
- Open plan lounge and dining area
- Suitable for disabled travellers (with assistance)
- Full range of dietary preferences catered for
Dithaba Lodge
Dithaba (meaning ‘mountain’ in the local dialect)
is located slightly higher up and has a spectacular view over the open
plains.
With only 4 Suites (each with private plunge pool), this Lodge is well
suited to a group of friends or family members making it their own
while on safari.
Or for those who simply prefer the sound of nature and little else.
Quick Facts
- 4 Suites for 8 guests
- Children of 16 and over welcome, unless lodge is booked
exclusively then children of all ages are welcome
- Private Plunge Pools only
- Open plan lounge and dining area
- Not suitable for disabled travellers
- Full range of dietary preferences catered for
It doesn’t take
much to be enamoured by Madikwe. Everything about this place is vast
– its landscapes, its heavens, its wildlife. This is rugged
Africa, and then some! Those with an adventurous spirit will feel like
they have come home.
THE MADIKWE SAFARI LODGE
BUCKET LIST
- Go on a bush walk
- Drink a glass of bubbles on safari while watching the sunset
- Take a self portrait at my favourite animal sighting
- Enjoy a body treatment, distracted only by the sound of the
birds
- Have a glass of wine while enjoying a bit of retail therapy
in the shop
- Join the Madikwe Facebook page and become part of the family
- Take at least one picture of an African sunset and sunrise
- Take a walk around the lodge and see how many trees I can
identify
- Lie back and look up at the Milky Way and spot some
shooting stars
- Learn 5 Afrikaans words and their meanings
- Spend some time in the Eco House, and learn something new
- Take a picture of my favourite team member
- Count how many animals I can identify at the Lelapa Lodge
pool
- Learn 5 Setswana words and their meanings
Charter flight arrivals land directly at Madikwe Game Reserve, and
passengers are immediately immersed in this wild
Spa
& Wellnes
Madikwe offers a number of spa & beauty treatments. Wellness
means walking in the wild, breathing fresh air, sleeping well and
eating freshly prepared food.
Pamper yourself and indulge in a relaxing and revitalising treatment
with Madikwe’s qualified therapist, all in the privacy of
your suite.
All products used are 100% organic.
MADIKWE’S SPA
TREATMENT MENU
Including Massages, Facials, Reflexology, hand and foot treatments, and
a specialised treatment for kids.
Honeymoons
This is the place for
romance. Spend your honeymoon at Madikwe, & take with you
beautiful memories of a very special time that will remain with you
forever!
Whether it’s your first breakaway as a couple or your second
honeymoon, you want it to be an unforgettable experience. Romantic,
idyllic, private and secluded – Madikwe Safari Lodge is the
ideal setting to celebrate the start of a new life together or to fall
in love all over again.
The suites at Kopano Lodge, Dithaba Lodge and Lelapa Lodge are private
and spacious, each with its own private swimming pool boasting a
breathtaking view over the surrounding landscape. In Winter (May
through to August) the wood burning fireplace makes for a beautiful
turndown, and the perfect accompaniment to falling asleep as the
crackling light flickers throughout the room.
Our special treat to honeymooners
- A romantic ‘turn down’
- A surprise gift
- A bottle of sparkling wine
Weddings
“We recently held our
wedding here, and what an amazing place with amazing people. We have
been to Madikwe before, and knew that we would have an excellent
experience but we never thought that they could be even better! They
pulled out all the stops, from the rangers to the managers who helped
us with every little detail and request – no matter how small.
What a wonderful friendly
bunch of people in the most beautiful setting. All we can say is Thank
You – Thank You – Thank You. And we look forward to
coming back soon.”
- Warren and Nat Shaw
There is arguably no better place to celebrate the start of a very
special union than in the African bush. Whether small and intimate, or
more extravagant, Madikwe Safari Lodge is highly flexible and can
accommodate groups of up to 40 guests across our 3 lodges.
THE MADIKWE WEDDING PACKAGE:
- Lelapa “Family“ Lodge: 12 suites for 24
guests
- Kopana “Private” Lodge: 4 suites for 8
guests
- Dithaba “Mountain” Lodge: 4 suites for
8 guests
BE MORE PACKAGE:
- A private wedding venue for your exclusive use
- Legal fees which include fees for your unabridged marriage
certificate application and collection (a full marriage certificate
must then be applied for which can take up to 2 months to process in
South Africa. Once completed it will be mailed to your address)
- A Christian minister to officiate the ceremony. If you
require another religious ceremony, this will have to be contracted out
(for your account)
- Dedicated on-site co-ordinator to ensure the experience
runs smoothly
- Elegant wedding venue set-up, inclusive of white &
cream tablecloths and overlays
- Specially created wedding menu (exclusive of drinks). Menu
can be discussed with our chef
- A handcrafted two-tiered wedding cake
- Champagne for the bridal couple
- Romantic in-room breakfast the morning after the wedding
- A private game vehicle
- Special gift for the Bride & Groom
- Bridal bouquet
- Romantic turndown
- Groom’s button hole flower
- A relaxing couples spa treatment
- Champagne for guests to toast the bridal couple (1 glass
per guest)
- A photographer to capture special moments during the day
(excluding accommodation & transport costs)
- Hairdresser & make-up artist for exclusive use of
the bride
Food
Healthy. Fresh. Delicious.
Plentiful. That’s the secret to Madikwe’s culinary
success.
[Unforgettable! Tripadvisor] “I would be remiss if I did not
mention the extraordinary food served throughout the visit. From the
sit down meals to the impromptu snacks while on the drives in the bush.
Everything was delicious!
No two mealtimes at Madikwe are the same. Whether in the dining room,
on the deck, in the boma or out in the bush – the one thing
that remains consistent is the calibre of dishes presented. Simple and
unpretentious, yet packed with wholesome flavour.
Younger palates will also find their flavour, with a full
kid’s menu specially crafted around our younger guests.
Unique Selling Points
Situated in Madikwe Game Reserve – one of South
Africa’s largest wildlife sanctuaries, covering 76 000ha (187
800ac), which is also malaria-free
- Home to the Big Five, endangered African wild
dog, and 60 other mammal species
- Excellent birdwatching, with over 350 resident
species
- Including diverse geology and flora habitats
- Steeped in history, having seen the passage of
Matabele King Mzilikazi, Scottish pioneer Dr David Livingston, British
engineer and artist Sir Cornwallis Harris, and renowned South African
author Herman Charles Bosman
- Exceptional, FGASAaccredited field guides
- Private accommodation, looking onto the
game-filled plains and towards the Dwarsberg
- A popular family destination
- Part of the family-owned and -operated MORE
collection of lodges and hotels
About the Lodges
Lelapa Lodge: Lelapa (meaning
‘family’ in Setswana) welcomes guests of all ages,
with family-friendly accommodations and specially-planned
children’s activities. Each of its 12 luxury Suites has a
private lounge, viewing deck, and plunge pool, with the four Family
Suites also incorporating a second children’s bedroom,
stocked with toys and games. While the lodge, respectful of the natural
environment in its construction, epitomises contemporary African
design, its atmosphere is luxuriously laid-back.
Kopano Lodge:
The modern lodge, influenced by an African
design aesthetic, comprises just four luxury Suites and reminds of a
traditional homestead. Kopano (meaning ‘small
gathering’ in Setswana) can be booked out on an exclusive
basis and is well-suited to a get-together of friends or family. Each
Suite’s private lounge, viewing deck, and plunge pool provide
personal space and are ideal vantages from where to spot the wildlife
coming by.
Dithaba Lodge:
Dithaba (meaning ‘mountain’ in Setswana) has just
four luxury Suites overlooking the expansive reserve. Each is a couple
or solo traveller’s retreat; or together, an exclusive home
base for a friend or family group while on safari. The
lodge’s construction, incorporating natural design elements,
is uncomplicated, and each Suite – with its own lounge,
plunge pool, and viewing deck – provides space to unwind and
watch the animals out on the plains.
Location
Madikwe Safari Lodge: is located in the central-eastern region of
Madikwe Game Reserve, in South Africa’s North West Province,
bordering Botswana. The area surrounding the lodge is well known for
its rich biodiversity, and provides some of the best game-viewing
opportunities on the reserve. This, coupled with its low concentration
of safari vehicles, makes for a superior wildlife experience.
GPS co-ordinates: should not be followed – these may get
guests lost, and most recommended routes are not navigable by normal
vehicle.
Weather
Average maximum temperatures range from 23°C/73°F in
July to 40°C/104°F in January, with the lowest average
minimum occurring in July at 2°C/36°F • The
region is semi-arid, with an average annual rainfall of 500mm (20in),
occuring mostly during the summer months (December –
February) • Rain is usually in the form of thundershowers,
where a downpour is experienced, very seldom lasting longer than a few
hours Best Time to Travel
A year-round safari destination
- The animals in Madikwe Game Reserve are
non-migratory, and variation in the safari experience is season rather
than location related
- The best period for birdwatching is from October
to April
Health Info: Malaria
Madikwe Game Reserve is situated in a region of South Africa that is
NOT inhabited by the malaria-carrying mosquito (Anopheles), and the
region and reserve are therefore classified
MALARIA FREE.
As parents of twins
– Mack and Madi – my late wife Britt (matriarch of
the MORE family until her passing in 2016) and I learned first-hand
what it meant to travel with young children. They don’t fit
into prescribed timelines, and have specific needs when it comes to
what they eat, where they sleep, and their entertainment. We
experienced the joy in their effervescent excitement at discovering a
new place, and came to realise that schedules should be left at home,
with a little extra freedom for them to just play, explore, and be
kids… And so began our journey of crafting the Mack
& Madi Family Experience, which we have brought into our lodges
and hotels for our family travellers. – Robert More, Owner of
MORE
We have carefully created environments that are welcoming to guests of
all ages, and encourage your family to feel at home away from home
– but with some added luxuries. We provide space and places
for loved ones to come together, and with every comfort and convenience
afforded, there is time for the rest to take care of itself.
Madikwe offers families (with both older and younger children) a very
special place to experience something magic together. At Lelapa Lodge
children of all ages are welcome and we offer a host of activities for
their enjoyment. Dithaba Lodge: Regret no children except if the Lodge
is booked exclusively.
Many of us have kids of our
own, so we know and understand what an
unforgettable experience it is for children to be in the bush. We have
taken a lot of time to design a kids’ menu of activities
which will
keep juniors entertained, and parents relaxed.
The ECO HOUSE is an
educational (and entertainment) centre built specifically for kids
– and anyone with a fascination for the wild world and its
inhabitants.
The facility is always a hive of activity, where kids can partake in
painting, drawing, making location specific models and arts and get to
experience some of the live specimens from the reserve.
Parents have the choice of either engaging in the learning with their
kids, or stealing a few hours for themselves. This experience is unique
to Madikwe Safari Lodge, and has been crafted in consultation with the
owner parents, guest parents, managers and North West parks (who have
assisted in all the required permits for the live specimens).
In kid language… ECO-HOUSE is just AWESOME!
QUICK FACTS ABOUT
FAMILIES AT MADIKWE SAFARI LODGE
- Children between the ages of zero and five years stay free
of charge and children aged six to fifteen pay 50% of the per person
adult rate.
- Children under the age of 3 years old are not permitted on
any of the daily safari drives, but may participate on a dedicated
family safari game drive between 10:00am & 12:00pm daily.
Parents are welcome to join this game drive too, subject to the
availability of seats on the vehicle.
- Children younger than 6 years old are not permitted on the
scheduled daily safari drives that take place early mornings &
late afternoons. Children aged between 3 and 5 years old .
MACK & MADI KIDS
ACTIVITIES ON OFFER
- Family safari drives
- Bush orientation
- Bug CSI
- Long hours spent in the Eco-House
- Dung tracking
- Baking in the kitchen
- Making pizzas in the boma
- Star gazing
- Games night, and much more..
Recommended Route to
Madikwe Safari Lodge
Note this route is recommended if you prefer to
travel a shorter distance on a gravel road bearing in mind that you do
not require a 4x4 vehicle.
- Starting at Oliver Tambo International Airport. Head
southwest on O R Tambo Airport Rd toward To Parking Rd;
- O R Tambo Airport Rd turns slightly left and becomes Short
Term Parking Rd; Turn right toward Exit 46, take exit 46 on the right
to merge onto R24 toward Johannesburg; take the exit onto N12/R24; take
exit 113 for N3 S/N12 toward M2/Kimberley/Germiston/Durban; keep right
at the fork, follow signs for N3 N/N1/Pretoria; continue onto N1
Western Bypass heading South West, direction Krugersdorp. Turn left
onto the N14 highway, following the Krugersdorp signposts; travel in a
south-westerly direction;
- At the four-way stop, turn right onto the N14 towards
Ventersdorp; at the T-junction, turn right towards
Ventersdorp/Hekpoort; the road then splits again – take the
left fork towards Ventersdorp;
- Follow this road until you get to a four-way junction; here
you will turn right towards Rustenburg;
- Pass through the town of Magaliesberg and take the left
fork in the road – the R509 to Boons and Derby
- (approximately 53 km/27 miles);
- Proceed through Derby towards Koster for approximately 17
km / 11 miles;
- In Koster, turn right towards Swartruggens (R509) for 34 km
/ 21 miles;
- Turn left at the stop street onto the N4 to Swartruggens,
Groot Groot Marico and Zeerust (In Zeerust, be sure to refuel as there
is no fuel available in the Reserve);
- Turn right at President Street onto the R47/R49 to Gaborone;
- It is ± 90 km / 56 miles to the Abjaterskop
Gate, where you will enter Madikwe Game Reserve
- Here you will be welcomed by the friendly gate staff, who
will confirm your reservation and direct you to the correct camp at
Madikwe Safari lodge;
- Now, you will travel on a gravel road (travelling time is
approximately 45 minutes) towards Derdepoort for approximately 11 km /
7 miles; at the T-junction, turn left;
- On your way, you will pass a signboard to Derdepoort Gate
after 2 km / 1.2 miles, and again 1.1 km / 0.68 miles later –
just follow the directions to the Derdepoort Gate;
- After approximately 5 km / 3.1 miles, you will drive
through the “Ambush Alley” mountain pass; here you
will see a sign warning drivers to be mindful of klipspringers in the
area;
- Continue on the same road and after 5 km / 3.1 miles, there
is a crossroad where you will still continue straight;
- Continue until you see the sign for Madikwe Safari Lodge
(with the relevant Lodge name), where you turn right, off the main road
and continue to the Lodge.
- WELCOME, well done and ahead lies a great few days on
safari so time to relax and we will take care of everything from here
on in!
Please Note
- It is safe to drive so
don’t worry about driving through the rural areas as the
locals sense of community and the importance your security is very
highly regarded;
- Please advise us of
your estimated time of arrival and note Winter (May to September) game
drives leave at 15h30 & Summer at 16h30 so try make it to us
before then.
- Please drive carefully
and be aware of village pedestrians, their children and domestic
animals;
- There are always a
number of speed traps with traffic police along the way, so please be
sure to follow the speed restrictions;
- The elephants at
Madikwe Game Reserve must be treated with respect, so please keep a
safe distance and don’t get out of the vehicle for any reason
as one is never aware of who may be watching!;
- Madikwe Reserve
entrance fees are payable per person directly at the Lodge and will be
added to your extra’s bill.
- Please take note that
the gate opens at 06h00 and closes at 21h00. Please advise the Lodge if
you will be arriving outside of these times so that the relevant
arrangements can be made.
Your private African safari
Head out on safari each morning and afternoon. Start and finish every
day out in the wild in search of animals big and small. Whether leopard
or chameleon, rhino or dung beetle, no two drives are the same!
Game Drives head out early morning at sunrise, and late afternoon just
before sunset in search of the many animal species which call this
place home. No more than six people at a time (for Kopano &
Dithaba lodges) share in a private and intensely personal safari
experience in the company of their Madikwe Guide. At Lelapa Lodge up to
8 guests are accommodated per safari vehicle.
Madikwe, with its rugged terrain, bold colours and habituated wild
animal species make for a Photographer’s Dream. Wild Dogs are
a signature species of the Madikwe Game Reserve.
Suggested Daily Programme
| SUMMER |
PROGRAMME |
WINTER |
| 05h00 |
Wake-up call |
06h30 |
| 05h30 |
Tea/Coffee and game drive departs |
07h00 |
| 09h00 |
Game drive returns, breakfast/brunch is served |
09h30 |
| At leisure |
Bush walk or activities of personal preference |
At leisure |
| 16h00 |
Afternoon tea |
15h00 |
| 16h30 |
Game drive departs |
15h30 |
| 19h30 |
Game drive returns and dinner follows |
18h30 |
Rates Include
- Luxury accommodation in a suite with private plunge
pool;
- All
meals; Teas/Coffees;
- Mini bar in room;
- Inclusive drinks (all soft drinks and selection of
local beers, spirits & house wines);
- Two game drives daily with
FGASA qualified ranger;
- Game drive refreshments & snacks;
- Transfers to and from the Eastern Madikwe
airstrip;
- Specified inclusive
safari activities;
- Wi-Fi
- Inclusive of 15% VAT (subject to government
change)
Rates Exclude
- Laundry;
- Premium brand beers, spirits, cellar wines &
champagnes;
- Cigars & cigarettes;
- All flights and transfers not
specified;
- Gratuities;
- Telephone calls;
- Curio shop purchases;
- Spa
treatments;
- Madikwe Game Reserve Landing fees (subject to
change);
- Madikwe
Game Reserve entrance/ conservation fees;
- Any additional extras will be
for the guests account
Specialist Activities
Included:
- Game drives;
- Bush walks;
- Stargazing
- Wildlife lectures;
- Bush
breakfasts,
- picnic lunches & bush dinners;
- Children’s
activities
Specialist
Activities Excluded:
- Private open safari vehicle hire
- Any
additional external services
- Local village experience
Single Room
Policy
- An allocation of rooms/suites is kept for single travellers
where a supplement will not apply. These rooms/suites are subject to
availability.
- A supplement of 50% of the adult rate will be applied if
the single rooms/suites are not available.
- Single supplements will not be wavered when a booking
involves one of the MORE Experiences.
Triple Rooms
& Interconnecting Rooms
Lelapa
- 1 room at Lelapa have a
sleeper couch which are suitable for triple rooms and booking of these
rooms is subject to availability
- The rate for the third person in a triple room is 50% of
the per person sharing rate (maximum 3 pax)
- 3rd person sharing will be restricted to children under the
age of 16.
- Four family suites where the second bedroom has two single
beds for children only (under 16 years of age). There is an additional
sleeper couch in the family suites for a 3rd child.
Dithaba Lodge
- Has one sleeper couch only to be used for
child if the
lodge is booked out exclusively
Kopano Lodge
- There are no triple or interconnecting rooms available at
Kopano Lodge
Child Policy
Lelapa Lodge
**Children of all ages are welcome. For safety reasons,
children
aged 5 years and younger cannot participate on game drives and gaming
activities.
A family drive is offered for younger children, after
breakfast.
- Children aged 0 - 5 years stay free of charge
- Children aged 6 -15 years pay 50% of the adult sharing rate
- Children aged 16 years and older pay the full adult rate
- If two children under 16 are in a room on their own, the
first child is charged for at the full adult per
person sharing rate
Dithaba Lodge
Children are only accepted if the lodge is booked exclusively.
If so, tnen same policy as above ** applies.
Kopano Lodge
- We regret that we are unable to accommodate children under
the age of 16 years.
- Children aged 16 years and older will be accommodated in
their own room and will pay full adult per person sharing rate.
Cancellation Policy
- 31 - 60 days prior to arrival 25% cancellation fee on the
value of the booking
- 0 - 30 days prior to arrival 100% cancellation fee on the
value of the booking
Deposit Policy
- Upon confirmation 50% deposit is due to secure the
reservation, of which 10% is non-refundable
- 30 days prior to arrival Full prepayment
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