4-Day Big Five Family Safari in Madikwe Game Reserve

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

Arrival and Sunset Welcome at Madikwe River Lodge

Guests arrive at Johannesburg International Airport for a transfer to Madikwe River Lodge. The road transfer is roughly four hours but this is just an estimation. Depending on the time of arrival, lunch will be saved at the lodge and guests may have an opportunity of a late afternoon game drive.
Your adventure begins with a warm welcome at Madikwe River Lodge. After settling into your luxurious accommodation, join us for a refreshing drink as the sun dips below the horizon. Enjoy a delectable dinner under the African sky, setting the tone for an unforgettable safari experience.

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:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Double Game Drive Experience

Rise with the sun for an exhilarating morning game drive through Madikwe Game Reserve. Witness the awakening of the savannah as you encounter majestic wildlife in their natural habitat. Following the adventure, indulge in a sumptuous bush breakfast, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the untamed wilderness. Finsih the day with another game drive.

Main Destination:

Madikwe Game Reserve

Accommodation:

Madikwe River Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Madikwe GR

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Bush Walk Experience

Experience the bush on foot during a guided morning bush walk. Gain a deeper understanding of the flora and fauna, appreciating the intricate details of the ecosystem. In the afternoon rest by the pool or book yourself a spa treatment. Looking foward to sitting around the fireplace with fellow travellers in the evening.

Main Destination:

Madikwe Game Reserve

Accommodation:

Madikwe River Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Madikwe GR

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Farewell Morning Safari & Departure

Conclude your safari adventure with a final morning game drive, offering one last chance to encounter the incredible wildlife of Madikwe. Following breakfast, bid farewell to the lodge and the awe-inspiring landscapes, taking home memories of an extraordinary safari experience.

Main Destination:

Johannesburg Airport (Johannesburg)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

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