| Rates inclusive of 15% VAT
• South African Rands • Subject to availability |
| Details |
6 Jan 2019 to
12 Dec 2019 |
13 Dec 2019 to
4 Jan 2020 |
| Luxury
Private Chalet - Per Person Per Night
Sharing |
R6
050 |
R7
255 |
| Luxury
Family Suite (4 adults
and 2 kids) |
R30
240 |
R33
515 |
| Exclusive use - for up to 18 adults and 2
children (up to 15 years) |
R92
535 |
R111
040 |
| Pilot Room - 1 person meals only |
R1
260 |
R1
260 |
| Pilot Room - 1 person meals & game drives |
R2
270 |
R2
270 |
| Pilot Room - 2 person meals only |
R1
890 |
R1
890 |
| Pilot Room - 2 person meals & game drives |
R3
400 |
R3
400 |
| Details |
5 Jan
2020 to
17 Dec 2020 |
18 Dec 2020 to
8 Jan 2021 |
| Luxury
Private Chalet - Per Person Per Night
Sharing |
R6
705 |
R8
045 |
| Luxury
Family Suite (4 adults
and 2 kids) |
R36
290 |
R40
220 |
| Exclusive use - for up to 18 adults and 2
children (up to 15 years) |
R102
560 |
R123
070 |
| Pilot Room - 1 person meals only |
R1
340 |
R1
340 |
| Pilot Room - 1 person meals & game
drives |
R2
345 |
R2
345 |
| Pilot Room - 2 person meals only |
R2
010 |
R2
010 |
| Pilot Room - 2 person meals & game drives |
R3
520 |
R3
520 |
Individual Rates 2019 (incl.
Last Minute - bookings within 14 days of travel) (all values in ZAR)
LUXURY PRIVATE CHALET
Rates are per person per night sharing, including VAT |
| SEASON |
PERIOD |
LAST
MINUTE
14 DAYS |
| Standard |
6
Jan 2019
to 12 Dec 2019 |
R
4,320 |
| Peak |
13
Dec 2019
to 4 Jan 2020 |
R
4,320 |
- Single supplement: 50% of
the per person sharing rate
- One extra bed (stretcher
bed) for a child up to 15 years can be added.
- Children under the age of
6 years stay free of charge.
- Children between 6 and 15
years pay 50% of the adult rate when sharing the room with two adults
LUXURY FAMILY UNIT
Rates are per person per night sharing, including VAT |
| SEASON |
PERIOD |
LAST
MINUTE
14 DAYS |
| Standard |
6
Jan 2019
to 12 Dec 2019 |
R
21,600 |
| Peak |
13
Dec 2019
to 4 Jan 2020 |
R
21,600 |
NOTES
- Bookings for one night on
Fridays or Saturdays are only permitted no more than 5 days before the
stay
- Peak Season: a minimum
stay of 3 nights is required
Succumb to the peace and
tranquility of this spectacular setting. Enjoy the total privacy of
your own private plunge pool while you relax in the spacious luxury of
your private chalet. The 7 chalets are air-conditioned for warm summer
evenings and have a Morso fireplace for the cool winter nights. All
rooms are fully equipped with coffee and tea stations and a fully
stocked bar fridge. The en-suite bathrooms have an oval bath, twin
basins; both in and outdoor showers.
The 2 bedroom luxury
family suite has 2 en-suite bedrooms, with outdoor showers, all the
rooms lead on to the private deck with plunge pool. The bedrooms have
air-conditioning and Morso fireplaces. The extra-large bedrooms can
accommodate 2 comfortable stretcher beds for children or the lounge can
be converted into 2 single beds. Massage treatments in the privacy of
your room or on your private deck. Wireless internet connection free of
charge is available in each chalet.
Activities
included during your stay
Game viewing
Experience the sensational game viewing opportunities that await you at
Rhulani, whether it is from an open Land Cruiser, on foot with your
experienced game ranger, or from the front of the lodge at the nearby
waterhole.
Birdwatching
Discover some of the 350 bird species Madikwe boasts.
Dining
Try the exquisite dining experience under the magnificent African night
sky, warmed by a roaring fire. In addition, a variety of indoor and
outdoor dining locations are also available. For those special
occasions, enjoy a romantic dinner on your own private deck.
Our traditional Southern African cuisine is complemented by a selection
of world-class South African wines.
Star gazing
Learn why mother Earth sent Scorpion to kill Orion during star gazing
session. According to World Travel Market Global Trends report 2010,
50% of the world's population can no longer see the stars so few places
remain in the world where people can enjoy the skies pollution-free. So
don’t miss this opportunity to experience the grandeur of the
heavens under a South African sky, weather permitting.
Swimming pool
Enjoy a cocktail around the swimming pool that overlooks the Madikwe
Game Reserve. Lie on loungers on our wooden sun-deck to enjoy the
warmth of Africa.
Children's activities
Let your children have fun in the playroom equipped with toys, art
supplies and DVDs. We also have babysitters who will keep an eye on
them while they are in the playroom, or while they take time off to
hunt for bugs together.
Curio shop
Treat yourself to some fine souvenirs from our well-stocked curio shop
that offers a wide range of South African artistic creations as well as
safari clothes and curios.
Activities
you can add when at Rhulani
Massages
& Treatments
Indulge in a variety of massages in the privacy of your own room or on
your private deck. See our current Massage & Treatment program
here.
Bush walks
Feel the butterflies in your stomach and experience the African bush by
going on a guided bush walk with our qualified ranger.
Excursions to Botswana
Visit the city of Gaborone, capital of Botswana, only 40km away from
Rhulani. Learn about the rich cultural traditions of the Tswana people,
or explore settings for The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency –
popular mystery novels by Alexander McCall Smith – now
televised.
Activities
subject to prior arrangement
Bush wedding
If you’re a bush fanatic at heart, or simply love the peace
and quiet that being in the middle of nature has to offer, then why not
choose to have your wedding with us?
Read here about the bush-wedding from Sara and Francisco
Conservation activities
Do you want to give support to Madikwe Game Reserve’s
conservation activities? Are you interested in learning more about
rhino protection measures and organise a
rhino-notching
event for your group of travelers during your stay at Rhulani? Or are
you interested in participating in lion contraception or buffalo
collaring?
Conferencing
Our beautiful conference centre accommodates up to 30 delegates around
our unique leadwood conference table. Conferences can be organised
through our Reservations department and will be designed to suit your
itinerary.
We have nine rooms available at Rhulani, however, overflow can be
arranged at our neighbouring five-star lodge.
Water cascades gently into the meandering rock pool around which you will find ample sun or shade provided by beautiful old Marula trees, an ideal spot for quiet contemplation. Indoors and outdoors merge effortlessly at Rhulani, ensuring you magnificent views of the bush.
Sit and meditate awhile; your comfort is assured as you relax surrounded by earthy rich African colour and our warm hospitality. During the day you can go on short walks with the ranger after breakfast, or lounge in the double hammocks around the swimming pool sipping your favourite drink. Alternatively, laze away the day in our spacious bush bar and deck overlooking the riverbed and watering hole. For exclusive tranquillity there is a tree house about 2.5 kms from the camp overlooking a dam, where we can leave you for an hour or two with blankets and big comfortable pillows as well as a cooler box with drinks.
In the evening you will be treated to pre dinner drinks in the traditional boma around the fire, followed by one of Umlani's award winning meals in the candle lit dining room, or out in the open riverbed surrounded by flares and cauldron fires.
Our beautiful conference centre, which accommodates up to 30 delegates around our unique leadwood conference table. Conferences can be organised from a to z through our reservations to suite your itinerary. We have nine rooms available at Rhulani however overflow can be arranged at our neighbouring 5 star lodge.
We recommend exclusivity for conferencing. 9 rooms available. Indoor / outdoor. Formal / informal. Standard equipment and Data projector available. 9 luxury suites available Inhouse conference organisation team available to help you.
Road transfers
Our suppliers are professional tour operators. The
drivers/guides are fully accredited and medically cleared. All vehicles
are comprehensively insured to carry International Tourists (PDP).
Rates include driver, vehicle, fuel and toll fees.
Road transfer rates from
Johannesburg to Madikwe
- 2019 per way: 1-3 passengers R4,425 / 4-7
passengers R5,175
/ 8-13 passengers R6,375
- 2020 per way: 1-3 passengers R4,600 / 4-7
passengers R5,650 /
8-13 passengers R6,875
Road transfer rates from
Gaborone to Madikwe
- 2019 One way transfer: 1-3 passengers R2,040 / 4-6
passengers R3,335
/ 7-13 passengers R5,185
- 2019 Return transfer: 1-3 passengers R3,680 / 4-6
passengers R5,555 /
7-13 passengers R10,080
Road transfer rates from a different location
Air transfers
Our supplier is Federal Airlines (Fedair). You will be welcomed on your
arrival at Johannesburg OR Tambo Int'l Airport and escorted to the
departure lounge. After a 45 minute flight, you will land on the
Western Airstrip of Madikwe Game Reserve, where you will be greeted by
Rhulani's ranger and brought to the lodge (15 minutes drive). Your
first safari!
Daily scheduled flight
from Johannesburg OR Tambo Int'l Airport
- From Johannesburg to Madikwe: 13:00h (arrival 14:00h);
additional flight in Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Jul, Aug, Oct, Dec: 10:00h
(arrival 11:00h)
- From Madikwe to Johannesburg: 11:15h (arrival 12:15h);
additional flight in Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Jul, Aug, Oct, Dec: 14:30h
(arrival 15:30h)
- Rates for 2019: R4,330
per person one way flight, South African Residents: R2,690
Please make sure you have enough time at the terminal of Johannesburg
OR Tambo Int'l Airport, if you have a flight connection.
Please note the current terms and conditions regarding check-in times
and luggage restrictions by Fedair. Landing & departure times
may be delayed due to waether conditions or animal obstructing the
runway in Madikwe.
Rhulani cannot be held responsible for flight delays.
Charter flight
- Please let us know if you would like us to organize a
charter flight for you.
Helicopter
- Rhulani safari Lodge has its own helipad.
Travelling
by road from
Johannesburg & OR Tambo Int'l Airport to Rhulani
- From Johannesburg city: head north on the N1 (to Polokwane)
towards N4 / From Johannesburg OR Tambo Int'l Airport: exit airport and
take R21 on the left to Pretoria, merge with N1 (to Polokwane) towards
the N4 - Distance: 58 km
- Take N4 West (to Rustenburg) and pass Rustenburg,
Swartruggens to Zeerust - Distance 237 km
- In Zeerust, at the "STOP 3" sign turn right at President
Street, merge immediately with R49
- Follow the R49 towards Gaborone; when arriving at Madikwe
Game Reserve pass the first gate (Abjaterskop Gate} and turn right at
the second gate (Wonderboom Gate) exactly 7km from the first gate -
Distance: 97 km
- Drive inside the reserve and follow the sign
"Lodges" Distance 7 km
- Welcome to Rhulani Safari Lodge!
- Total travelling time: approximately four-and-a-half to
five hours
Travelling
by road from
Rhulani to Johannesburg & OR Tambo Int'l Airport
- Exit Madikwe Reserve at Wonderboom Gate, turn left and
drive to Zeerust
- In Zeerust turn left onto the N4, keep driving on the N4
until you reach Rustenburg and then Pretoria (towards N1)
- Once in Pretoria, take the N1 south and then later take the
R21 (to OR Tambo Int'l Airport)
Travelling tips
- Keep to the speed limit, especially when it drops down from
120km to 80km and 60km. The traffic officials are often at these spots
including the small villages where the speed limit is 60km.
- The best bathroom facilities en route will be at the Wimpy
in Swartruggens or Zeerust.
- If your vehicle takes unleaded fuel, fill up in Zeerust (as
you will have another 200km before you return) as the petrol stations
between Zeerust and Madikwe are often out of unleaded fuel.
- Please enter in contact with our front of house at the day
of your arrival, especially if you arrive after 2pm, so that we can
organize for you the activities and meals for the remaining time of the
day.
- Should you have any trouble while on the road, please
contact the lodge direct on +27 82 907 9628 – our staff will
do their best to assist you.
- Do you want to get a feeling of how the road looks like?
Watch the second episode of Rhulani Insights video blog, in which owner
Rolf is driving to Rhulani.
Luxury private chalet:
Rates are per person per night sharing, including VAT
Single supplement: 50% of the per person sharing rate
One extra bed (stretcher bed) for a child up to 15 years can be added.
Children under the ageof 6 years stay free of charge. Children between
6 and 15 years pay 50% of the adult rate when sharing the room with two
adults
Luxury family suite
Rates are per night for up to 4 adults and 2 children(up to 15 years),
including VAT
The luxury family suite consist of two separate bedrooms which have an
interleading, comunal lounge.
Each bedroom has an en-suite bedrooms with an outdoor shower.
The extra-large bedrooms can accommodate two comfortable stretcher beds
for children.
The family suite has a communal private deck with a plunge pool.
Group discounts
A discount is applied on the total value of booking, as follows:
- 7 or less adult guests: none•8 –9 adult
guests: 5.0%
- 10 –11 adult guests: 7.5%
- 12 or more adult guests: 10.0%
Exclusive use
Rates are per night for up to 18 adults and 2 children (up to 15
years), including VAT
In the case of an "exclusive use" booking, we are happy to adapt the
daily program (for example safari times) and meals to the wishes of our
guests. There will be no other guests in the camp.
Pilot Room
The pilot room can only be booked for drivers, guides or pilots who are
accompanying paying guest
NOTES
Bookings for one night on
Fridays or Saturdays are only permitted no more than 5 days before the
stay
-
children between the ages of 0 and 5 years stay free of charge;
-
children between the ages of 6 and 15years pay 50% of the per person
adult rate when sharing the room with two adults;
-
children above 15 years sleep in their own room
Information Request
-
your estimated time of arrival and departure and mode of transport
-
any special dietary requirements
-
a contact number while traveling
-
the names of all the guests in the party
-
the ages of children, if any
-
rooming lists (Twin, double who sharing with who)
-
any specific additional request (anniversaries, birthdays, honeymoon)
Rates include
-
Complimentary welcome drinks
-
Luxury accommodation
-
Free WiFi internet in your room and all lodge areas
-
Stocked Nespresso coffee machine with complimentary tea &
coffee in your room
-
Well stocked minibar in your room
-
2 game drives of 3 - 3.5 hours each in an open game viewer, accompanied
by a qualified ranger
-
Complimentary sundowners on game drive
-
All meals and snacks on a full board basis (includes breakfast /
brunch, high tea, dinner, bottled water)
-
Selected local drinks which includes a personal selection of house
wines, spirits, soft drinks, tea’s and coffees
-
Lunch on your day of arrival (upon request)
-
Emergency Medical Assistance
-
Pick-up and drop-off at Madikwe's Western airstrip
Rates exclude
-
Madikwe Game Reserve Gate Entry Fee: VAT inclusive,
subject to change without prior notice.
-
Madikwe Conservation Levy: VAT inclusive, subject to change
without prior notice.
-
All beverages not explicitly mentioned as included
-
All premium rated wines, spirits and imported champagnes, cigars
& cigarettes
-
Massages, bushwalks, laundry, curios, excursions, private vehicle
-
Gratuities
All excluded items not prepaid by the guest can be paid at check-out.
Minimum stay
- A
minimum stay of 2 (two) nights is required on week-ends (Friday /
Saturday); a minimum stay of 3 (three) nights is required during Peak
season ( 14 Dec 2018 - 1 Jan 2019)
- Bookings
for one night on Fridays or Saturdays are only permitted no more than 5
days before the day
Children Policy
-
Children of all ages are welcome at Rhulani Safari Lodge.
-
Children under 12 are permitted on safari at the sole discretion of the
field guide.
-
Children under the age of 6 are not permitted on safari, except if on a
private vehicle.
-
Even on private vehicle safety needs to be considered and it remains
the ranger’s decision whether certain sightings can be viewed
whilst accompanied by small children.
-
A bumble drive can be organized for smaller children not joining game
drives.
-
Rhulani offers a complimentary children’s kit. There is a
kiddie’s corner equipped with toys and DVD’s. We
offer a children’s menu option.
-
Babysitting service is available at an extra cost.
Check-in &
check-out times
Check-in time is 2.00 pm (gate closes at 9.00pm, no exceptions)
Check-out time is 11.00 am (gate opens at 6.00am – no
exceptions)
We try as much as possible to adapt the day's program to your
individual arrival and departure times. However, at high occupancy we
must adhere to our strict times in the interest of all guests.
Check-out times are binding. For late arrivals to participate in the
afternoon game drive is no longer possible.
Game Drives
Our game drives take place in the Madikwe Game Reserve (Big 5 Reserve)
under the guidance of qualified rangers in three open land cruisers.
The allocation of the guests to the vehicles is under the
responsibility of the Ranger. We consider the customer wishes as much
as possible, in order to ensure that groups and families stay together,
and that there will be sufficient space on each vehicle. The maximum
number of guests on a vehicle is 7 (seven), so that the middle seat
will be left free, for the comfort of the guests. In order to respond
to exceptional situations such as unexpected unavailability of a
vehicle or the wish of bigger groups or families staying together, we
maintain the right of using the maximum capacity of 10 (ten) guests per
vehicle.
-
Morning game drive departs from reception between 5.00am (January) and
6.30am (July).
-
Afternoon game drive departs after High Tea between 3.00pm (July) and
4.30pm (January).
Please note that the departing times of game drives are subject to
seasonal changes and depend on weather conditions. Exact departing
times are communicated to the guest at check-in.
Payment Terms &
Conditions
-
A 50% deposit of the above total amount is required to confirm any
reservation. Full payment of the balance is due 30 days prior to
arrival. Bookings within 30 days require full payment upfront.
Cancellation Policy
The following cancellation terms and conditions will apply to
reservations which are cancelled in part or in full as follows:
-
Only written cancellations are accepted
-
Cancellation up to 30 days prior to arrival: 25% of the total amount
will be due
-
Cancellation between 29 and 15 days prior to arrival: 50% of the total
amount will be due
-
Cancellation between 14 and 0 days prior to arrival: 100% of the total
amount will be due
-
Refunds are subject to a 10% administration fee.
Departure Prior to Check
Out Date
Guests checking out prior to the scheduled departure date are not
entitled to receive a refund for the nights not used. Exceptions can be
made in case that Rhulani Safari Lodge fails to provide promised
essential services, such as non-availability of confirmed room
category, impossibility to conduct the scheduled game drives or
cancellation of meals. The following circumstances are not considered
as failure to provide essential services: Bad weather conditions,
rescheduled game drives because of weather, unstable or unavailable
guest internet, quality of food, dissatisfaction with room
infrastructure or cleanliness, or quality of game viewing.
Rhulani Safari Lodge informs that we have updated our list of Rate
Inclusions & Exclusions effective 1 January 2019. All our
guests will no longer have to pay separately for the consumption from
the minibar in their private chalet, as well as for their drinks
(except for premium wines & spirits). These are newly included
in the daily accommodation rate.
With this extension of our offer, we respond to occasional feedback
from guests who have proposed such inclusion.
In addition, we have created a new list of high quality wines, spirits
and cocktails, which our guests can access via separate payment. We
have added new South African top wines to our list and opened a new
chapter of selected international wines from France, Italy, Portugal
and Argentina.
Our guests will easily see the current offer on the new "SuitePads" at
the bar, in the dining room, or in their private chalet.
We hope that our solution fully meets your expectations, and we look
forward to the positive feedback.
General information
- No pets allowed
- All firearms need to be declared at the Main Gate
- Gates open at 6.00am and close at 9.00pm
- It is important to drive carefully and be aware of village
pedestrians, domestic animals and children.
- Speed limit in the park is 40km per hour
Tipping recommendations
- Any gratuities are much appreciated. Cash tips are normally
given in South African Rand or American dollars. We allow tipping by
credit card. The figures bellow represent suggested minimum amounts --
if you receive exceptional service, a greater tip is always appreciated!
- Rangers: R125 ($10 U.S. dollars) per guest per day in a
shared vehicle. Therefore, if you are with 5 people in your party and
stay at the lodge for 3 nights, you would tip the individual R1,875
($150 U.S. dollars). Please tip your ranger separately, as we have a
“staff pool” for any other staff.
- Other staff: R125 ($10 U.S. dollars) per guest per day.
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