Molori Safari Lodge | Madikwe Game Reserve
Molori Safari is situated in the 75 000-hectare, malaria-free and game-rich Madikwe Game Reserve.
It is recognised throughout the world as one of South Africa’s most luxurious and exclusive game lodges. Recently nominated in the Top 3 Resorts in South Africa in the Condé Nast Traveler’s 2023 Readers’ Choice Awards, Molori offers the well-heeled guest a bespoke luxury safari experience. The lodge renowned for its bold and eclectic aesthetic, has recently updated its interiors and expanded its contemporary art collection to include headline artists, adding a new dimension to its
safari offering. The expanded art collection featuring artists such as Norman Catherine, Lady Skollie and Edoardo Villa, among others, has added another dimension to this exclusive lodge’s guest experience. The lodge comprises five large, uber-chic, magnificently appointed suites, all of which have floor to ceiling glass retractable doors that allow breath taking views of an expansive valley and
mountain range. Each suite is large and well placed, allowing guests absolute privacy. The Molori interiors can be described as an intentional eclectic, high fashion and art experience, unexpected
in the African bush. As the lodge comprises only five suites and eight bedrooms, it is the perfect exclusive use destination for international celebrities, presidents and royal families who are among the well-heeled, discerning travellers that visit Molori.
- Rooms
- Facilities
- Activities and Services
The Ngwedi Suite offers 232 square metres of comfort and elegance. The suite comprises a large bedroom and lounge area separated by a large stone-clad fireplace. The entire suites has floor to ceiling glass doors that open onto a large deck and private pool, overlooking the view. Ngwedi's bathroom features a copper bath, and shower with views onto the deck. This suite features an 'art rug' by South African contemporary artist, Cameron Platter.
Measuring a generous 232 square metres, the Lesedi suite comprises a large bedroom and lounge area separated by a large stone-clad fireplace. The entire suite has floor to ceiling glass doors that open onto a large deck and private pool, overlooking the view. Lesedi's bathroom features a ball & claw bath, a shower with views onto the deck. This suite features an 'art rug' by South African contemporary artist, Nabeeha Mohamed.
Approximately 315 square metres, the split-level Sephiri suite can sleep up to four guests and is ideal for families. Step down into the main level from the entrance, where a spacious bedroom, living room and study await. Featuring contemporary furniture, the retractable floor-to-ceiling glass doors and living room are seperated by a stone-clad fireplace. The expansive deck gives way to your own infinity pool for private relaxation, with a view over Molori's waterhole. The Sephiri suite features an 'art rug' by South African contemporary artist, Koos Groenewald.
The 593 square metre Metsi presidential suite is truly breathtaking. An awe-inspiring mix of contemporary design and African art and artefacts. The floor-to-ceiling glass walls fold away completely, revealing an equally spacious wooden deck, private infinity pool, jacuzzi and alfresco dining area. Metsi suite features a large master bedroom and ensuite bathroom with a large, bath and shower overlooking the deck with views. It also features an outdoor shower.
The second bedroom is smaller than the master bedroom but comfortable for two adults and has an ensuite bathroom (with shower only), with private access to the deck and swimming pool.
Metsi suite features an 'art rug' by South African contemporary artist, Maja Marx.
The 619 square metre Molelo Presidential Suite illustrates a perfect balance of colourful contemporary interiors combined with modern African and International design elements. The spacious two bedroom suite reveals a magnificent elevated view across the African landscape with floor to ceiling glass doors that fold away onto a spacious wooden deck, infinity pool, Jacuzzi and alfresco dining area.
The second bedroom is smaller than the master bedroom but comfortable for two adults and has an ensuite bathroom (with shower only), with private access to the deck and swimming pool.
Molelo suite features an 'art rug' by South African contemporary artist, Athi-Patra Ruga.
Property Facilities
Bar, Barbeque Facilities, Battery Charging Facilities, Internet Access (Complimentary), Library, Malaria Free, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Restaurant, Secure Parking, Spa, TV Room, Vegetarian
Room Facilities
Air Conditioning, Balcony / Deck, Bath, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Detached Private Bathroom, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, Fan, Fireplace, Fridge, Heated Towel Rails, Heater, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Facilities, Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Mini Bar (Complimentary), Mini Bar, Outside Shower, Plunge Pool, Private Pool / Jacuzzi, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Television, Underfloor Heating, Verandah
Available Services
24-hour Security, Credit Card Facilities, Disability, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Meal on Request, Private Vehicle (Available), Room Service
Activities on Site
Big 5, Bird Watching, Cooking Courses, Fine Dining, Game Drives, Game Viewing Hide, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Gourmet Picnic, High Tea, Massages, Night Drives, Rhino Tracking, Safaris, Sleep Outs, Walks (Guided)
Activities Nearby
Cultural Tours, Golf, Walks (Guided)
Molori Safari has a luxury hide with an adjoining Gin & Whiskey bar overlooking the water hole. It's a favourite spot for guests to observe wildlife at close proximity. It offers keen photographers opportunities to take intimate images of elephants, lion, buffalo and amazing birdlife that pop in to drink at the waterhole. It's also a perfect setting for meals, high teas and sundowners.
For close encounters with nature, Molori offers game drives twice daily that aim to leave guests with memories of much more than just the “big five” or Madikwe “super seven”. The 75,000-hectare reserve boasts several prides of lion, large herds of elephant, black and white rhino, countless buffalo and more than 340 bird species, as well as the endangered cheetah, brown hyena and a healthy population of wild dogs. Night drives showcase an array of nocturnal wildlife, including leopard, honeybadger and various smaller members of the cat family. Our guided safari walks give guests the exhilarating experience of tracking animals on foot and orientation on medicinal plants and local history.
To enhance the bush experience Molori Safari Lodge takes the experience on step further with exclusive-use areas within the game reserve to watch breathtaking sunsets while enjoying champagne cocktails or to enjoy a light breakfast in the bush while overlooking the vast Madikwe plains all the way to sharing dinner and fire-side stories in our exclusive Bush Site situated only 20 minutes from the Lodge.
For those guests who wish to participate in helping to fight the war on poaching, Molori Safari in association with the Madikwe Game Reserve, offers guests an opportunity to experience tracking and tagging of rhino. This experience allows guests to get close to the rhino once darted with the wildlife vet present. This educational experience is a once in a lifetime encounter.
Our guides share their wealth of knowledge on finding, identifying and tracking different types of animal tracks.
For a more celestial experience, guests will enjoy an evening of stargazing led by our knowledgeable guides in our observatory with a fully retractable roof. Our large telescope (one of the largest privately owned in Southern Africa) allows guests to explore the cosmos and the Southern hemisphere’s remarkable night sky.
For family groups, Molori Safari ensures that our younger guests are kept busy and intrigued. Junior ranger experiences have been developed by our field guides to ensure that the big and small bush experiences are appreciated. Specialised activities at the lodge for example, animal tracking and identification, pizza making, baking, games and creative expression are also available. Our team are experts at providing just the right amount of entertainment in between game drives to allow parents a little free time to relax and become truly immersed in the African bush.
Aspiring chefs can learn how to prepare their favorite dishes on-site, from selecting and preparing ingredients, to cooking and presenting a meal. Cooking classes can be booked 24 hours in advance.
Our spa, voted in the Safari Awards as one of the most romantic in South Africa, features a treatment room, an outdoor massage deck, chiller pool, sauna and steam room as well as a large yoga deck. The spa area also has an air-conditioned fitness center which is well equipped with a treadmill, bike and cross-trainer machines and weights.
The spa offers a variety of facials and massages as well as manicures and pedicures. All spa services are available in either the serene indoor treatment room, outdoors on daybeds or on our outdoor treatment deck in the bush. Alternatively, guests can enjoy massages in their own suites.
Your Stay
2 Nights
Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities
All Local Brands (Spirits, Wine and Beers) Included
Your Rooms
1x Molelo 2 bedroom suite
Fast Facts
5 Stars
Lodge
Spoken Languages: Afrikaans, English, Zulu
No. Rooms: 5
Special Interests: Big 5, Birding, Flora, Gourmet, Indigenous Culture / Art, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Star Gazing, Wildlife, Wine
Your Stay
3 Nights
Bed and Breakfast
Your Rooms
2x Deluxe Doubles
Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town | Cape Town
Awarded Best Hotel in Africa by World’s 50 Best Hotels 2024.
Mount Nelson, a Belmond Hotel, is a lush oasis perfectly positioned in the heart of Cape Town. The iconic pink hotel has a rich heritage that is woven into the fabric of the city, and has been welcoming visitors since 1899.
Seven separate historic wings make up the resort sprawling over nine acres of flowering gardens, ancient trees and rolling lawns, offering magnificent views of Table Mountain, Lion's Head and Devil’s Peak.
The hotel offers two large heated swimming pools, two floodlit tennis courts and a resident tennis coach, a children’s play centre with professional childminders and a glorious spa along with personal trainers and yoga classes. The hotel offers a feast of dining options, including the Chef’s Table restaurant in the heart of the kitchen, traditional Afternoon Tea in the lounge and conservatory, the poolside Oasis, The Red Room underground Pan-Asian restaurant, vibrant Planet Bar which spills out onto the terrace, The Fountain by Planet Bar, Harvest Tables & Sunday Jazz Brunches.
Check into one of The Nellie's pet-friendly and explore the explore the expansive grounds of Cape Town's iconic inner-city oasis with your travelling four-legged friend.
- Rooms
- Facilities
25-45 SQ M (270-485 SQ FT)
These inviting, cosy rooms are perfect for single travellers or for accompanying children. Unwind on a plush king-size or twin bed, complete with luxury linens. The small bathrooms feature a shower (some shower over bath) and a single vanity. These rooms are located in the Main Hotel and Green Park wing. Some can connect to another Superior Room or a One Bedroom Suite.
Maximum occupancy: 2 people.
Also included:
Daily breakfast
WiFi
Access to gym
Daily turndown services
Parking
Luxury toiletries
Widescreen LCD TV
Room Facilities
Air Conditioning
DELUXE ROOMS
32-45 SQ M (345-485 SQ FT)
Combining understated charm with modern luxury, each featuring a sitting area perfect to unwind. Some also include a balcony with magnificent views onto Table Mountain, the city or the hotel’s splendid gardens while all have an inviting marble en-suite bathroom. Deluxe Rooms are located in the Main Hotel, Oasis and Green Park wing. Some can connect to another DeluxeRoom. Maximum occupancy 3 persons using 1 rollaway bed.
Also included:
Daily breakfast
WiFi
Access to gym
Daily turndown services
Parking
Luxury toiletries
Widescreen LCD TV
For guests requiring more spacious accommodation, Junior Suites offer a bedroom with an open-plan sitting area. Located in the Main Building and Green Park areas of the hotel, some Junior Suites benefit from an inviting balcony. Some also include views onto Table Mountain, the city or the hotels's splendid gardens.
Also included:
Daily breakfast
WiFi
Access to gym
Daily turndown services
Parking
Luxury toiletries
Widescreen LCD TV
DELUXE JUNIOR SUITE
44-54 SQ M (473-581 SQ FT)
Light and airy, Deluxe Junior Suites are large open plan suites offering a spacious bedroom and lounge area, featuring a balcony or a terrace with views of the gardens, Table Mountain or Lion’s Head. These suites are perfect for families travelling with children. Deluxe Junior Suites are located in the Main Hotel and Green Park wing. Can connect to another Deluxe Junior Suite Maximum occupancy 3 persons using 1 rollaway bed.
Also included:
Daily breakfast
WiFi
Access to gym
Daily turndown services
Parking
Luxury toiletries
Widescreen LCD TV
STUDIO SUITE
49-74 SQ M (527-796 SQ FT)
Light and airy, Studio Suites are open plan and feature a spacious bedroom and lounge area, a luxurious marble bathroom and views of Table Mountain or the hotel’s gardens. Studio Suites are
located in the Green Park wing, Taunton House and Helmsley wing. Maximum occupancy 3 persons using 1 rollaway bed.
Also included:
Daily breakfast
WiFi
Access to gym
Daily turndown services
Parking
Luxury toiletries
Widescreen LCD TV
DELUXE STUDIO SUITE
59-97 SQ M (635-1044 SQ FT)
Located in the Green Park and Helmsley wings, these large open plan suites feature a luxurious and spacious bathroom, balcony or a terrace, and are perfect for families travelling with children.
Enjoy views of the hotel gardens, Table Mountain or Lion’s Head.
Maximum occupancy 3 persons using 1 rollaway bed.
Also included:
Daily breakfast
WiFi
Access to gym
Daily turndown services
Parking
Luxury toiletries
Widescreen LCD TV
ONE BEDROOM SUITE (42 - 81 M²)
The one-bedroom suites have a separate living area and a larger bathroom. The living room has a desk, a sofa and extra tables and chairs. The One Bedroom Suites are located in the Main Hotel, Green Park Wing, Taunton House and Hof Villa.
Also included:
Daily breakfast
WiFi
Access to gym
Daily turndown services
Parking
Luxury toiletries
Widescreen LCD TV
DELUXE ONE BEDROOM SUITE 68 - 114 M²
The deluxe one bedroom suites have a separate living area and a larger bathroom. The living room has a sofa, a desk and extra tables and chairs. Some have a designated dining area and your own kitchenette. The Deluxe One Bedroom Suites are located in the Main Hotel, Green Park Wing, Hof Villa and Helmsley Wing.
Also included:
Daily breakfast
WiFi
Access to gym
Daily turndown services
Parking
Luxury toiletries
Widescreen LCD TV
GARDEN COTTAGE SUITES 46 - 51 M²
These suites have a separate living area with a fireplace and a luxurious marble bathroom. Each suite has its own terrace and rose garden. They are situated opposite the Cottage swimming pool (adults only) with a peaceful view over a private garden.
Also included:
Daily breakfast
WiFi
Access to gym
Daily turndown services
Parking
Luxury toiletries
Widescreen LCD TV
These magnificently furnished suites have an entrance hall, a large lounge with a fireplace and a dining room and a kitchenette. The suite will either have its own private terrace or a balcony overlooking the pool and garden.
Also included:
Daily breakfast
WiFi
Access to gym
Daily turndown services
Parking
Luxury toiletries
Widescreen LCD TV
Our two-bedroom suite is a light and lavish residence, formed from two neighbouring cottages. With their beautiful private flowering gardens trellised verandahs, high ceilings, working fireplaces and direct access to the hotel’s second heated swimming pool, these charming cottages are much sought-after. Decorated by interior designer Graham Viney, Indian prints and marble bathrooms add a hint of 18th-century opulence to a modern luxe space. With a fully kitted-out kitchen, you and your gathering of loved ones will feel right at home.
Also included:
Daily breakfast
WiFi
Access to gym
Daily turndown services
Parking
Luxury toiletries
Widescreen LCD TV
Located in Green Park Wing
Step into the Strelitzia Suite, a serene top-floor haven boasting awe-inspiring views of Table Mountain and Lion’s Head. Named in honour of South Africa’s most regal flower, the Bird of Paradise, this vibrant, light-filled space offers a sumptuous furnished terrace and a balcony affording spectacular mountain vistas. Handcrafted furniture, a cosy fireplace and dining area create an inviting home. Eye-catching upholstery and playful details ensure moments of surprise and delight. A joining room can be linked to accommodate up to four people.
Also included:
Daily breakfast
WiFi
Access to gym
Daily turndown services
Parking
Luxury toiletries
Widescreen LCD TV
Property Facilities
Accept Credit Cards, Activity Desk, ATM, Baby Sitting, Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Business Centre, Children Friendly, Children Play Area, Conference Centre, Credit Card Facilities, Disabled Friendly , Eco Friendly, Gym / Fitness Centre, Gym on property, Internet Access (Complimentary), Internet Access, Kiddies Club, Laundry Service, Malaria Free, Mobile Connectivity, Outdoor Pool / Pool Deck, Parking, Pool, Restaurant, Room Service, Secure Parking, Spa, Vegetarian, Wheelchair Access
Room Facilities
Air Conditioning, AM/FM/iPod/iPhone/USB Stereo, Bath Towels, Bath, Bed Linen, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Disabled Rooms, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En Suite Bathroom, Ensuite, Hairdryer, Heated Towel Rails, Heater, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), LCD DVD/TV, Lounge Area, Mini Bar, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Telephone, Television, Wardrobe, Wheelchair Friendly
Available Services
24-hour Security, Airport Shuttle (Available), ATM, Credit Card Facilities, Disability, Foreign Exchange, Laundry Service (Available), Meal on Request, Private Vehicle (Available), Room service 24 hours, Room Service, Travel Desk
Activities on Site
Fine Dining, Garden Tours, Gourmet Picnic, High Tea, Massages, Natural History Tours, Tennis Court, Walks (Guided), Walks (Self Guided)
Activities Nearby
Adrenaline Activities, Art Galleries, Beach, Bird Watching, Boat Cruises, Boating, Bowls, Canoeing, Catch-and-release Fishing, Child Friendly Activities, Cooking Courses, Cultural Tours, Cycling, Deep Sea Fishing, Fishing, Fly Fishing, Game Drives, Garden Tours, General Sightseeing, Golf, Health and Fitness Centre, Helicopter Rides, Helicopter Scenic Flights, Hiking, Historical Tours, Horse Riding, Jet Skis, Kayaking / Paddling, Kite Surfing, Marine Adventures, Marine Tidal Pool, Mini Golf, Mountain Biking, Museums, Natural History Tours, Para Sailing, Paragliding, Quad Biking, Rock Climbing, Sailing, Scenic Flights, Scuba Diving, Sea Kayaking, Shark Cage Diving, Sky Diving, Snorkelling, Squash Court, Surfing, Tennis Court, Walks (Guided), Walks (Self Guided), Water Skiing, Windsurfing, Wine Tasting
Your Stay
3 Nights
Bed and Breakfast
Your Rooms
2x Superior Doubles
Fast Facts
5 Stars
Hotel
Spoken Languages: Afrikaans, English, French, German, Portuguese, Xhosa, Zulu
No. Rooms: 198
Special Interests: Beach / Coastal, Flora, Gourmet, Hiking, History & Culture, Indigenous Culture / Art, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Shopping, Wine