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Madikwe Game Reserve, North-West, South Africa

Madikwe Hills Private Game Lodge

Wildlife Lodge

Trip Advisor Rating '.$item_trip.' Our Rating 9.8
 

Madikwe Hills Private Game Lodge, perched on a hill in the malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve, offers an enchanting luxury safari across 75,000 hectares. Renowned for Big Five and rare wild dog sightings, it borders Botswana with captivating wilderness.

The ten secluded glass-fronted suites, each spanning 150 square metres, feature private decks with plunge pools, air-conditioning, ceiling fans, fireplaces, mosquito nets, fully stocked minibars, and romantic en-suite bathrooms with indoor and outdoor showers, offering uninterrupted savannah views. Little Madikwe, a family-friendly camp, includes a 390-square-metre two-bedroom suite, with two additional luxury suites available to form a private retreat for up to eight guests, complete with a private pool, verandah, dining room, kitchen, personal chef, butler, and dedicated game drive vehicle.

All-inclusive dining features full English and continental breakfasts and lunches on the main deck, with dinners served under starlit skies in the traditional boma or with fine silver service in the elegant dining room, paired with local wines. The lodge's wellness spa, inspired by African healing traditions, offers signature treatments using indigenous botanical ingredients, complemented by a fully equipped gym with treadmills, weights, and aerobic mats. A library, curio shop stocked with local crafts, and a terraced viewing deck overlooking a vibrant waterhole enhance the experience.

Twice-daily three-hour game drives in state-of-the-art vehicles, guided by expert rangers and trackers, deliver thrilling encounters with 86 mammal species, including cheetah, lion, and 420 bird varieties, alongside bush walks and wildlife photography. Located 265 km from Lanseria International Airport, Madikwe Hills blends unparalleled luxury with the majestic beauty of South Africa's diverse wilderness.

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All Inclusive

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General Facilities

Activities

  • Game Drives

Wellness

  • Outdoor Swimming Pool
  • Spa And Wellness Centre
  • Fitness Centre

General

  • Private Check-in/Check-out
  • Concierge Service
  • 24-hour Front Desk
  • Daily Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Fax/Photocopying

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5 rating
January 2026

Wow, just wow! Definitely up there with the best lodges we’ve stayed at, so much so we extended our stay by a night. Everything was to a high standard, accommodation, food, facilities….. However...

5 rating
December 2025

5-star experience in the middle of the wild. Food and service are amazing. The game drives were wonderful. Our guides Max and Brian were lovely and really attentive. We loved them. Highly recommend...

5 rating
October 2025

This was an amazing experience in many respects. The location of the lodge with views over a plain provided an amazing vista which left us speechless. We were greeted by a herd of elephants directly...

5 rating
September 2025

This safari gave us everything we hoped for and so much more! The lodge is wonderful and the staff even better. Nothing is too much trouble and the food is fantastic. Our guide and tracker Willhelm...

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Average Weather

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Jan
32
102
Feb
32
85
Mar
30
68
Apr
28
49
May
26
8
Jun
23
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Jul
23
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Aug
27
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Sep
31
5
Oct
33
31
Nov
32
84
Dec
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€1398 Per Person

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