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  • 16 Comfortable Luxury Chalets
  • Madikwe Game Reserve
  • Exceptional Big Five viewing
  • Excellent rated by guests

Surrounded by 76 000 hectares of malaria-free African sand veld, the luxurious Madikwe River Lodge is on the Groot Marico River in the heart of game-rich Madikwe National Park of South Africa’s North West province. The experienced game rangers generously give their vast knowledge of the bush as guests venture on their exciting safari rides or game walks. Discover the mystery of the acacia bushveld, enjoy a myriad of birdlife and experience the thrill of observing the majestic Big Five in their natural habitat.

The lodge provides comfortable accommodation in secluded split-level thatched chalets set in the serene tranquillity of a riverine forest. Each cottage is individually decorated to create a luxurious African feel and offers an en-suite bathroom and shower with a full range of guest amenities, ceiling fans, complimentary tea and coffee making facilities, and a private wooden viewing deck overlooking the river. Luxury Suite features include a separate lounge area and an outside shower.

The Lodge is a child-friendly establishment and offers six family rooms, with twin beds and an additional sleeper couch, cots are available on request.

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Big 5 game viewing;
  • Good value-for-money;
  • Novel rock pool;
  • Charming boma set;
  • Tribal dancing and singing;
  • Abundant birdlife.

Facilities

General

  • Boma Dinners
  • Bar
  • Viewing deck
  • Laundry service
  • Swimming pool
  • Curio shop
  • 24 Hour security
  • Babysitting facilities

Rooms

Room typeFeaturesRates
Deluxe River Chalet
Deluxe River Chalet
Deluxe River Chalet

Available: 9 Rooms

Unit Sleeps: 2

Check-in: From 1:00 PM

Check-out: To 10:00 AM

Show Room Info
  • Air Conditioning
  • Patio
  • Seating Area
  • Tea & Coffee
  • Shower
  • More

    FROM $500

    TO $537

    Per room per night (2 Adults) (FB)

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    Deluxe River Family Chalet
    Deluxe River Family Chalet
    Deluxe River Family Chalet

    Available: 15 Rooms

    Unit Sleeps: 2 adults/2 adults & 2 children

    Check-in: From 1:00 PM

    Check-out: To 10:00 AM

    Show Room Info
  • Air conditioning
  • Fan
  • Private balcony
  • Lounge area
  • Bar
  • Coffee/tea
  • Separate bath
  • En-suite
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Laundry service
  • Desk
  • Fridge
  • Telephone
  • More

    FROM $539

    TO $580

    Per room per night (2 Adults) (AI)

    Enquire Now What's Included
    Luxury River Chalet
    Luxury River Chalet
    Luxury River Chalet

    Available: 1 Suite

    Unit Sleeps: 2 adults

    Check-in: From 1:00 PM

    Check-out: To 10:00 AM

    Show Room Info
  • Air conditioning
  • Fan
  • Private balcony
  • Lounge area
  • Bar
  • Coffee/tea
  • Separate bath
  • En-suite
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Laundry service
  • Desk
  • Fridge
  • Telephone
  • More

    FROM $548

    TO $632

    Per room per night (2 Adults) (FB)

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    Activities

    Facilities and events at the lodge include 24-hour security (an electric fence surrounds the lodge), a beautiful outdoor swimming pool with sundeck at the main lodge, a rock pool, and a conferencing area. The camp also offers a complimentary laundry service to its guests, as well as a babysitting service.

    Game viewing is the primary activity with the reserve being the fourth most abundant game reserve in South Africa boasting the second biggest elephant population. Game drives and walks are conducted daily by the Rangers, and specialised children’s rides are available.

    • Game Drives
    • Bush Walks
    • Swimming
    • Boma Dinners
    • Bird Watching
    • Game Viewing

    Rates

    Rates

    DatesRoom TypeBoard BasisRate
    1 Apr 2024 - 31 Mar 2025Deluxe River ChaletPer room per night (2 Adults) (FB) From $500
    1 Apr 2024 - 31 Mar 2025Deluxe River Family ChaletPer room per night (2 Adults) (AI) From $539
    1 Apr 2024 - 31 Mar 2025Luxury River ChaletPer room per night (2 Adults) (FB) From $548
    1 Apr 2024 - 31 Mar 2025Luxury River ChaletPer room per night (2 Adults) (AI) From $588
    1 Apr 2025 - 31 Mar 2026Deluxe River ChaletPer room per night (2 Adults) (FB) From $537
    1 Apr 2025 - 31 Mar 2026Deluxe River Family ChaletPer room per night (2 Adults) (AI) From $580
    1 Apr 2025 - 31 Mar 2026Luxury River ChaletPer room per night (2 Adults) (FB) From $589
    1 Apr 2025 - 31 Mar 2026Luxury River ChaletPer room per night (2 Adults) (AI) From $632

    INCLUDED IN THE RATES

    The all­-inclusive rate per person per night includes:

    • All meals
    • Luxury accommodation
    • Twice-daily game drives
    • Laundry services
    • Swimming pool
    • Airport transfers
    • Game drive refreshments
    • Afternoon high tea, teas and coffees
    • Complimentary in room tea butler
    • TOMSA levy and VAT at 15%
    From $250 per person sharing
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