Marataba Safari Lodge / Madikwe Safari Lodge (Self-drive Package)

Each of the 11 canvas-and-stone Tented Suites is tastefully furnished and decorated with a contemporary twist. Whether sharing it with lover, friend or family (or keeping it all to yourself), the interior is ample, and the attention to detail impeccable.

Each Tented Suite is approximately 45m2 and has a private deck, a double bed (convertible to twins), air conditioning, open-plan bathroom en-suite, outdoor shower, in-room safe, mini bar, direct-dial telephone, hairdryer and a range of deluxe amenities.

Each of the four luxury tents is ideal for a family safari stay and includes a second children’s bunk-bed room kitted out just for them and with its own en-suite (including a shower). This section is separated from the main bedroom, giving parents (and kids) their own space. These tents are not on stilts to ensure the safety of our young guests.

Each of the four luxury tents is ideal for a family safari stay and includes a second children’s bunk-bed room kitted out just for them and with its own en-suite (including a shower). This section is separated from the main bedroom, giving parents (and kids) their own space. These tents are not on stilts to ensure the safety of our young guests.

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. We have taken a lot of time to design a kids’ menu of activities, which will keep juniors entertained, and parents relaxed. The recent addition of a communal pool will no doubt provide hours of enjoyment and simple relaxation, best spent in the company of family and new-found friends.

Each of the 12 Suites is spacious, comfortable and ever respectful of the natural environment beyond. Indoor and outdoor showers, private plunge pool and wood-burning fireplace are just some of the added creature comforts to enhance Mother Nature’s subtle signature.

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.

Two 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 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

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

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: No under 12.
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: Yes, but with assistance
Guests per safari vehicle: 6
Private 4 x 4 safari vehicle: Yes