4-Day Madikwe Game Reserve Safari Tour

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arrive into Johannesburg & Transfer to Madikwe Game Reserve

Arriving at (or transferring to) OR Tambo Airport in Johannesburg, you'll take a private road transfer to Madikwe River Lodge, located on the banks of the Groot Marico River in the heart of Madikwe Game Reserve.

You'll stay in one of Madikwe River Lodge's secluded, thatched chalets, set in amongst the riverine forest and decorated to create a rich African feel. Look out to views of the river from your own private deck or upgrade to a luxury suite to enjoy a private lounge area and outdoor shower.

Depending on your arrival time, you may be able to squeeze in an evening game drive with your Madikwe guide. The malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve is an ideal safari destination for families and also a photographer's dream due to the rugged terrain, bold colours and habituated wild animal species. Look out for the critically endangered African wild dog, which is extremely rare, but a signature species of the Madikwe Game Reserve.

Main Destination:

Madikwe Game Reserve

Best Time To Visit May to September (Dry season)

High Season October to April (The park is busier, especially during school holidays)

Best Weather April to May and September to October (Mild weather and little rain)

Wildlife in Madikwe GR

ElephantAbundant

GiraffeCommon

White RhinoCommon

LionCommon

ZebraCommon

WildebeestCommon

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Black RhinoOccasional

LeopardOccasional

CheetahOccasional

BuffaloOccasional

HippoOccasional

HyenaOccasional

Wild DogOccasional

Accommodation:

Madikwe River Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Madikwe GR

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Explore Madikwe Game Reserve

Today, you'll explore Madikwe Game Reserve even further, with morning and evening game drives around this diverse and exciting conservation area.

The reserve’s grassland, forest and rocky Tshwene Tshwene hills are home to a variety of wildlife, such as elephants, lions, leopards, rhinos, plus endangered African wild dogs. Hundreds of bird species can also be found here, including ostrich, vultures and the large kori bustard. Animals often gather at the Madikwe Dam to drink at sunset, which is the perfect spot for an evening game drive, complete with sundowners.

Main Destination:

Madikwe Game Reserve

Accommodation:

Madikwe River Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Madikwe GR

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

On safari in Madikwe Game Reserve

Another full day on safari in the wonderful 75,000sq km Big Five Madikwe Reserve. The reserve is particularly strong for its white rhino population as well as painted dogs and big cats! You have two shared safari activities available each day to you, including game drives, nature walks, walking safaris and more.

Main Destination:

Madikwe Game Reserve

Accommodation:

Madikwe River Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Madikwe GR

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Depart from Johannesburg

Sadly, your brief time at Madikwe Game Reserve comes to an end and you'll take a private road transfer from Madikwe River Lodge to OR Tambo Airport in Johannesburg, in plenty of time for your onward flight.

To extend your South Africa safari adventure, why not include more destinations in your trip as part of a tailor-made luxury tour? Get in touch with our Luxury Travel Specialists to start planning your dream trip.

Main Destination:

Madikwe Game Reserve

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.