3-Day Madikwe Ultimate Big Five Safari Game Drives

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

Arrival, Game Drive & Dinner

Your adventure begins with a pickup from Johannesburg, where you’ll travel to the Madikwe Game Reserve. Upon arrival at your luxury lodge, enjoy a welcome lunch before embarking on your first afternoon game drive. With an expert guide, explore the reserve’s vast landscapes and encounter diverse wildlife, including the Big Five. After your exciting safari, return to the lodge for a delicious dinner and relax in the comfort of your exclusive accommodations, reflecting on your first day in the African wilderness.

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:

• Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Full-Day Safari Adventure

Start your second day with an early morning game drive, catching the wildlife in its most active state. Afterward, return to the lodge for a hearty breakfast. Later in the day, enjoy a leisurely lunch before heading out for another thrilling game drive in the afternoon. The expansive Madikwe Reserve is home to diverse species, and you’ll have ample opportunities to witness nature’s most breathtaking moments. In the evening, indulge in a gourmet dinner at the lodge, enjoying the serene ambiance of the African bush.

Main Destination:

Madikwe Game Reserve

Accommodation:

Madikwe River Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Madikwe GR

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Morning Safari & Departure

On your final day, enjoy one last early morning game drive to spot any wildlife you may have missed and capture the stunning African sunrise. Afterward, return to the lodge for a relaxed breakfast, savoring the final moments of your safari adventure. Following breakfast, you'll check out and travel back to Johannesburg, bringing home unforgettable memories of your Big Five safari in Madikwe Game Reserve.

Main Destination:

Madikwe Game Reserve

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.