Madikwe Safari Lodge

Madikwe Safari Lodge

Madikwe Safari Lodge

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Long hours may be spent in relaxation or quiet contemplation

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Private swimming pool, often interrupted by elephants walking past

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Private plunge pool

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The Eco-House, center of the Madikwe Kidz Club program

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The Field Ranger looking at the Big 5 & the Small 5 too

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A lifetime experience, creating potential rangers of the future

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Baking with our enthusiastic chefs in-the-making

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Breathtaking landscapes

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Dithaba Camp - Boma dinner

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Bush dinners

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Enjoy an evening under the stars with our bush dinner experience

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Guest deck dining area

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Star deck dining setup

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Breakfast

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Bush breakfast

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Bush breakfast

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In-room dining

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Dithaba Camp - Aerial view

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Dithaba Camp

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Dithaba Camp - Lounge

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Dithaba Camp - Suite interiors

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Dithaba Camp - Breakfast setup

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Dithaba Camp - Bird watching

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Kopano Camp - Aerial view

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Kopano Camp - Suite with a view out over the open savannah

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Kopano Camp - Suite interiors

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Kopano Camp - Suite interiors

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Kopano Camp - Suite interiors

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Kopano Camp - Suite interiors

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Kopano Camp - Bathroom

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Kopano Camp - Outdoor shower

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Kopano Camp - Plunge pool

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Kopano Camp - Boma dinner

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Kopana Camp - Lounge

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Kopano Camp - Lounge

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On Safari - Bush walk

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On Safari - Game drive

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On Safari - Game drive

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On Safari - Gin stop

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On Safari - Champagne stop

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Lelapa Camp - Aerial view

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Lelapa Camp - Lounge

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Lelapa Camp - Guest pool view

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Lelapa Camp Pool - Zebras visiting

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Lelapa Camp pool - Elephants visiting

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Elela Villa - Front facade

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Elela Villa - Lounge deck view

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Elela Villa - Lounge interior

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Elela Villa - Suite interior

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Elela Villa - Suite with a view

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Elela Villa - Bathroom interior

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Madikwe Safari Lodge - Gym with a view

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Madikwe Safari Lodge Spa - Facial treatment

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Madikwe Safari Lodge - Spa steam room & dipping pool

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Madikwe’s wooded hills give way to savannah and Kalahari plains, roamed by all of the Big Five and countless other mammals. Look up and you will see hundreds of resident and migrant birds gracing its skies. Coupled with the reserve being malaria-free, this all makes for a special place to explore.

While the luxury of Madikwe Safari Lodge lies in having direct access to some of South Africa’s best Big Five safari experiences, it is also the pleasure of coming back to thoughtful comforts, warm hospitality, and excellent meals after several hours in the bush that defines five-star stays here. The Madikwe brand of luxury comes standard, and what sets each of its retreats apart is its unique feel – appealing to different travelers.

Lelapa Camp is the most family-oriented camp within Madikwe Safari Lodge, designed to accommodate guests of all ages in a relaxed and welcoming safari environment. Its layout, suite mix, and shared spaces make it particularly well suited to families and multi-generational travel, while remaining equally comfortable for couples and small groups.

The camp overlooks Madikwe Safari Lodge’s signature waterhole, which attracts a wide variety of wildlife throughout the day and evening and forms a central focal point for the camp’s main guest areas.

Accommodation: ◦ 12 luxury suites, each with a private deck and plunge pool ◦ Includes 4 Family Suites designed for parents travelling with two children (accommodated separate bedroom)

Kopano Camp is an intimate camp within Madikwe Safari Lodge, designed for guests seeking a quieter and more private safari experience while still having access to the shared facilities of Lelapa Camp. With a limited number of suites and a refined camp layout, Kopano is particularly well suited to couples, honeymooners, solo travellers, and friends travelling together.

Accommodation: ◦ 4 luxury suites ◦ Each suite features a private deck and plunge pool

Dithaba Camp is perched on a hillside, offering elevated panoramic views over the expansive plains of Madikwe Game Reserve. Its remote positioning and thoughtful layout create a sense of privacy and understated exclusivity, making it a strong choice for couples, small groups of friends, or older families seeking a more secluded safari experience.

Though slightly removed, Dithaba Camp remains a short walk or drive from the other camps, and guests have full access to the shared facilities at Lelapa Camp and Kopano Camp.

Accommodation: ◦ 4 luxury suites, each with a private deck plunge pool. ◦ Dithaba Camp is frequently booked on an exclusive-use basis which allows for tailored dining, dedicated service, and enhanced privacy

Elela Villa is Madikwe Safari Lodge’s private villa offering, designed for guests seeking maximum privacy, flexibility, and independence within a luxury safari setting. Positioned along the elevated ridge and closely connected to the other camps within the collection, the villa combines the benefits of a standalone safari home with access to the wider Madikwe Safari Lodge facilities.

Elela Villa is particularly well-suited to families, small groups of friends, or multi-generational travellers who value space, exclusivity, and a highly personalised safari experience.

Accommodation: ◦ 3 bedrooms (2 en-suite, while the third bedroom has a separate bathroom), with private decks

Rooms

Lelapa Lodge (12 rooms)

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Lelapa literally means ‘family’, and this is exactly how we want you to feel - there is no restriction in terms of age or generation. 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.

Each of the 12 Suites is spacious, comfortable and ever respectful of the natural environment beyond.

Each Suite is approximately 100 m2/1080 ft2, and has a double bed (convertible to twins), air-conditioning, ceiling fan, bathroom en-suite, safe, mini bar, direct-dial telephone, hairdryer and a range of deluxe amenities.

Four rooms are Family Suites, and have a second bedroom with children’s bunk beds, and sleeper couch.

Suites: 12 for 24 guests
Size of suites: 100m2
Children: Yes (all ages)
Children on safari: Yes (< 5 Family Safari/ > 6 Normal Safari)
Children activities: Yes
Babysitting: Yes, extra cost
Double bed convertible to twin: Yes
Private plunge pool: Yes
Air-conditioning: Yes
Fireplace: Yes
Room Fan: Yes
Outdoor shower: Yes
Indoor shower: Yes
Free Wi-Fi: Yes (Public area only)
Satellite television: Yes (Public area only)
In-room safe: Yes
Personal bar: Yes
Telephone: Yes
Suitable for disabled guests: Yes, but with assistance
Guests per safari vehicle: 8
Private 4 x 4 safari vehicle: Yes, subject to availability

Kopano Lodge (4 rooms)

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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. Note, children of 16 and older are welcome.

Each Suite is approximately 100 m2/1080 ft2, and has a double bed (convertible to twins), air-conditioning, fireplace, ceiling fan, bathroom en-suite, outdoor shower, safe, mini bar, direct-dial telephone, hairdryer and a range of deluxe amenities.

Suites: 4 for 8 guests
Size of suites: 100m2
Children: No
Double bed convertible to twin: Yes
Central public pool: Yes
Private plunge pool: Yes
Air-conditioning: Yes
Fireplace: Yes
Room Fan: Yes
Outdoor shower: Yes
Indoor shower: Yes
Free Wi-Fi: Yes
Satellite television: Yes (public area only)
In-room safe: Yes
Personal bar: Yes
Telephone: Yes
Suitable for disabled guests: Yes, but with assistance
Guests per safari vehicle: 6
Private 4 x 4 safari vehicle: Yes, subject to availability

Dithaba Lodge (4 rooms)

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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.

Each Suite is approximately 110 m2/1180 ft2 and has a double bed (convertible to twins), private plunge pool, air-conditioning, fireplace, ceiling fan, bathroom en-suite, outdoor shower, safe, mini bar, direct-dial telephone, hairdryer and a range of deluxe amenities.

Suites: 4 for 8 guests
Size of suites: 110m2
Children: Yes (if booked exclusively)
Children on safari: Yes (if booked exclusively)
Children activities: Yes (if booked exclusively)
Babysitting: Yes, extra cost
Double bed convertible to twin: Yes
Central public pool: Yes
Private plunge pool: Yes
Air-conditioning: Yes
Fireplace: Yes
Room Fan: Yes
Outdoor shower: Yes
Indoor shower: Yes
Free Wi-Fi: Yes
Satellite television: Yes (Public area only)
In-room safe: Yes
Personal bar: Yes
Telephone: Yes
Conference facilities: Yes, but no dedicated room
Suitable for disabled guests: No
Guests per safari vehicle: 6
Private 4 x 4 safari vehicle: Yes, subject to availability

Elela Villa (3 rooms)

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At Madikwe Safari Lodge, Elela Villa is a testament to luxury, named after the Setswana phrase ‘to flow as water’.

This exquisite three-bedroom sanctuary offers an experience akin to the gentle and persistent flow of a river. Designed to echo the fluidity and grace of water, Elela Villa marries rich heritage with unparalleled luxury. Here, in the heart of the African wilderness, guests are enveloped in an ambiance that subtly blends grandeur with intimacy, reflecting the serene flow of nature itself.

The villa redefines exclusivity in a safari lodge setting. Each element within Elela Villa has been thoughtfully crafted to ensure a harmonious balance, offering guests an intimate connection with both the luxury of the lodge and the untamed beauty of the surrounding landscape.

Suites: 3 for 6 Guests
Size of Villa: 200m2
Children: Yes. (Children under 16 years of age will not be permitted in the Kopano lodge main area)
Double bed convertible to twin: Yes
Central public pool: Yes
Private pool: Yes
Air-conditioning: Yes
Fireplace: Yes
Fire Pit: Yes
Room Fan: Yes
Outdoor shower: Yes
Indoor shower: Yes
Free Wi-Fi: Yes
Satellite television: Yes (public area only)
In-room safe: Yes
Personal bar: Yes
Telephone: Yes
Suitable for disabled guests: No
Guests per safari vehicle: 6
Private 4 x 4 safari vehicle: Yes

Madikwe Safari Lodge

Features

Rooms

Lelapa Lodge (12 rooms)

Kopano Lodge (4 rooms)

Dithaba Lodge (4 rooms)

Elela Villa (3 rooms)