After arrival in Johannesburg, you will be met by a transfer driver who will take you to Thakadu River Camp in Madikwe Game Reserve. The journey will take +-4 hours. Once you arrive at the lodge, you will have time to settle in before heading on the first afternoon game drive (time permitting).
Wake up before dawn for the morning game drive, starting at sunrise. Savour a hot coffee and an early-morning snack before boarding the safari vehicle and departing the lodge in search of animals. Spend 3 hours traversing the bush and looking out for wildlife before they retreat to the shelter of a tree in the heat of the day.
After returning to the lodge for a delectable hot breakfast, you’ll have time to relax and unwind, surrounded by serene African wilderness. Lounge at the pool, delve into a captivating book, have a blissful nap, or simply soak up the sights, sounds and scents of nature.
Afternoon tea is served before your next game drive, departing around 3:30 - 4:30 PM, depending on the time of year. Enjoy a sundowner stop in the bush, returning to the lodge with a spotlight to catch sight of nocturnal animals. Dinner is served before you settle in for the night to the symphony of the wild.
Morning and afternoon game drives
Head out on a final morning game drive in search of the last remaining animals that have eluded you. Following a delicious breakfast, depart the lodge by road transfer to OR Tambo Airport, where your safari draws to an end.
We would love to assist you with any additions to your safari trip, from Cape Town and the Garden Route to Victoria Falls and beyond.
