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.
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.
24-hour Security, Bar, Barbeque Facilities, Battery Charging Facilities, Gym, Gym (nearby), Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Library, Malaria Free, Meal on Request, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Private Vehicle (Available), Restaurant, Secure Parking, Spa, TV Room
Air Conditioning, Balcony / Deck, Bath, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Detached Private Bathroom, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Fan, Fireplace, Fridge, Hair Dryer, Heated Towel Rails, Heater, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Facilities, Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Mini Bar, Mini Bar (Complimentary), Outside Shower, Plunge Pool, Private Pool / Jacuzzi, Safe, Satellite / Cable Television, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Television, Underfloor Heating, Verandah
Babysitting Service, Credit Card Facilities, Room Service
Big 5, Bird Watching, Cooking Courses, Fine Dining, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Viewing Hide, Game Walks, Gourmet Picnic, High Tea, Massages, Night Drives, Rhino Tracking, Safaris, Sleep Outs, Walks (Guided)
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.