Madikwe

Madikwe Game Reserve is MALARIA FREE and offers some of the best game viewing in Africa, including eco-tourisms ‘Magnificent Seven’: Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Buffalo, Rhino, Wild Dog and Cheetah. This 70, 000 hectare game reserve also boasts a wide variety of general game species and over 340 species of birds.

Madikwe remains a relatively well kept secret voted by Getaway Magazine as one of South Africa’s 20 best secret places in December 2002. Madikwe has also been included in The Rough Guide’s list of 24 things not to miss in South Africa.

Situated in The North West Province of South Africa close to the Botswana border Madikwe can easily be reached either by a 45 minute air transfer direct from Johannesburg International Airport, or only three and a half hours drive from Johannesburg by road.

The accommodation available for visitors to the reserve ranges from rustic bush camps, to 5 star luxury and pampering, to bush villas that offer intimate luxury at excellent value for small groups.

Whichever option suits you best you will be treated to game drives and walks with professional guides who will ensure that you have an exceptional safari experience. Their knowledge of the area and its wildlife will provide close up sightings and add value to your encounters with the game in its natural environment.

There can be no better choice than NaturallyAfrica to plan your safari to Madikwe. We have years of experience working in this game reserve. Our knowledge of the area, its wildlife, lodges and the staff who will take care of you during your stay will ensure that we choose the right accommodation option and travel arrangements for you.

Below is a selection of some of the lodges in Madikwe. If you cannot find the lodge that you are looking for, or you would like some further information about the options available please contact us.