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    The Royal Madikwe

    Madikwe Game Reserve, North West

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    Overview

    Set in amongst the rocky dolomite ridge of the Madikwe Game Reserve, The Royal Madikwe is the perfect retreat to rejuvenate your mind, exhale life’s pressures and inhale the magnificent beauty surrounding you.  Endless views dotted with volcanic intrusions known as inselbergs give way to grasslands, rocky outcrops and ancient Leadwood tree’s in the transition region where the Kalahari Thornveldt and the Bushveldt Complex meet.

    Travellers choose to stay at The Royal Madikwe because of the unforgettable experience, the seamless luxury, the sincere and passionate team and of course the consistent abundance of wildlife encounters both on safari and right on our doorstep featuring our private waterhole around which the lodge is enveloped.

    We invite you to share our journey in the elegance of the wilderness where time stands still and nature calls at your door. Awaken your soul to the spirit of raw Africa and revel in the essence of existence.

    With a passionate commitment to responsible tourism practices, we have teamed up with The Bright Future Trust in the shared vision of making a worthwhile difference in luxury eco-tourism.

    A visit to The Royal Madikwe is something you can feel proud of knowing that you are directly impacting the preservation of this pristine wilderness and supporting the surrounding communities by simply connecting with nature!

    About Madikwe Game Reserve

    Madikwe, a South African private game reserve created in 1991 from 75,000 ha of farmland, which had been extensively degraded by overgrazing, was chosen as the site of Operation Phoenix. The government-sponsored, biggest-ever game- relocation programme in Africa involved re-stocking and conserving flora and wildlife, which had long since disappeared from the region.

    Ten thousand animals of 27 major species, including wild dog, cheetah, lion, white and black rhino, buffalo and elephant, have been re-introduced to the Madikwe Game Reserve over a six year period with animals coming from various reserves and breeding centres and game viewing is now at its prime.

    Northwest Parks Board (formerly Bop Parks) has adhered to a strict policy of introducing only those species, which once occurred in the area). Madikwe is run as a three-way partnership between the State, the local communities and the private sector.

    Madikwe, therefore, should not be looked at as solely a protected area or tourism destination, the reserve acts as a major social and economic core and engine around which the development of the region can be based.

    The name of Operation Phoenix is appropriate: like the mythical bird that burnt itself to a crisp on the pyre and then rose from the ashes to live again with new vigour, nature has regained a stronghold on the land and the programme has been hugely successful.

    Madikwe Game Reserve is currently the country's fourth-largest game reserve. It is situated in the North West Province and is bordered by Botswana in the north, the spectacular Dwarsberg Mountains to the south, the Marico river to the east.

    The diverse habitat in the reserve, from acacia, savannah to riverine, ensures a unique combination of species such as springbok, gemsbok, sable and impala. The birdlife is also spectacular, and this is one of the few South African private game reserves that are malaria free

     

    Reserve
    • Name
      Madikwe Game Reserve, North West
    • Size
      75,000 hectares
    Children

    All ages welcome

    Fast Facts
    • Child Friendly
    • Off Road
    • Tracker
    • Bush Walks
    • Camp Fenced
    • Cellphone Signal
    • Wi-Fi
    • Gym
    • Spa Treatments
    • Big 5
    • Malaria-free
    • Outside Shower
    • Pool
    • Air Conditioner
    • Childminders
    • Kiddies Activities
    • Plunge Pool
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    • North West
    Why We Love It
    • Each room has a private plunge pool
    • Large private viewing decks encompasses plush sun loungers conveniently placed beside the plunge pool to soak up the Madikwe sunshine all year round!
    • The Royal Madikwe offers nothing short of luxurious accommodation, sincere hospitality and spectacular wildlife encounters!
    • Where contemporary style meets African elegance, this luxurious lodge offers exclusivity and privacy, perfectly suited to families and couples looking for an intimate and romantic bush getaway
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    Details
    • 1 Naledi Suite

      1 Korone Suite

      1 Lenyalo Suite

      1 Royal Villa

      1 Sovereign House

    • Setting: Overlooking an active waterhole
    Activities
    • Game drives
    • Bushwalks
    • Birding
    Children

    All ages welcome

    Children Game Drive Policy

    Children under the age of 6 years are not permitted on game drives

    Guests per Safari Vehicle

    8 Guests

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    Rates
    • Per person per night sharing
    • From
      R 18,750
    • Prices are indicative. Please contact us for a comprehensive quotation.
    Rates Include
    • Luxury accommodation in a Suite
    • All meals
    • Soft drinks, Beer, Cider, Hose Wines & local spirits
    • Selected Game Drive beverages & snacks
    • Transfer to and from Royal Madikwe Western Strip
    • Personal Meet & Greet and Fast track through immigration on arrival at OR Tambo International Airport
    • 2 Game drives daily
    • Traditional Boma dinner & African drumming
    • Access to fitness centre
    • High speed Wi-Fi
    Closest Airport

    OR Tambo International Airport

    Drive Time

    4 hours from Johannesburg

    Reserve
    • Name
      Madikwe Game Reserve, North West
    • Size
      75,000 hectares
    Location
    • The Royal Madikwe Safari Lodge, South Africa

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    Terms and Conditions
    • All rates quoted are per person per night sharing, unless otherwise stated
    • Please chat to one of our Game Lodge experts for the single accommodation & child rates
    • Our 'From' rate reflected is only an indication of the property's pricing. Once we have your exact dates, we will send through a detailed quotation
    • A number of our rates quoted are based on specials for SADC Residents
    • All accommodation will be subject to availability
    • All rates quoted are based on a minimum stay of two nights
    • Any applicable Conservation Levies & Park Fees will be quoted as an additional amount
    • When we specify ‘Off Road’, this applies to Big 5 sightings only
    • Bush Walks will often need to be pre-booked
    • Childminding is generally at an additional cost
    • For our comprehensive T's & C's, please see the link in our main 'navigation bar'
    Children

    All ages welcome

    Important Notes

    The following fees are applicable to all guests staying within the Madikwe Game Reserve:

    • Park Fees of R 200 per adult & R 100 per child, per stay.
    • For guests flying in, Landing Fees of R 280 per adult & R 180 per child, per stay.
    • A Madikwe Guest Conservation Contribution Fee: R 240 per adult & R 120 per child, per night.
    • A Government Bed Levy: R 10 per person per night.
    • All fees quoted are subject to change & will either be pre-paid or settled directly to the Lodge on departure.

    Madikwe Game Reserve Gate Times:

      • Opening time: 06:00
      • Closing time: 18:00
      • Please note that guests arriving after 18:00 will not be able to enter the reserve.

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