Description
Molori Safari Lodge opened in January 2009 and is the most stunning ultra exclusive lodge in the Madikwe Game Reserve. It has just seven rooms, five glass-fronted suites, each with their own infinity plunge pool and telescope. All offer an elegant combination of contemporary design and African decor. The two Presidential Suites are huge and even more breathtaking. The Metsi Suite has one bedroom and the Molelo Suite has two bedrooms. Both have infinity swimming pools, kitchen and dining area.
The food is exquisite and beautifully presented. No detail has been over looked and nothing is too much trouble for the fabulous team of staff. The spa is relaxing haven of peace and tranquility with stunning open plan treatment rooms that blend harmoniously with the natural surroundings. You can enjoy delightful candlelight diners al fresco, in the formal dining room and brunch is served on the 'Star Deck' with a great view of the watering hole below.
Established in 1991, malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve is today one of South Africa’s top wildlife destinations offering the chance to see a variety of game including Africa’s ‘big five’. The guiding at Molori is also of the highest standard, which brings the African bush to life.
Accommodation
The lodge offers 5 Suites and 2 Presidential Suites. All suites have their own infinity swimming pools and terrace overlooking the reserve and are equipped with a telescope, Bose iPod system, espresso machine, wireless Internet, air conditioning and fully stocked minibar.
Childcare
Children over 6 years are welcome at Molori Safari Lodge.
Facilities
Facilities at the lodge include a spa, gym, steam room, helipad, observatory and telescope, restaurant and relaxation areas. Brunch can be enjoyed on the Star Deck overlooking the waterhole but there's also an al fresco dining area with an authentic pizza oven, a Boma where you can enjoy a traditional South Africa braai (BBQ) and the formal dining room.
Activities
Game drives, walks, star-gazing from the observatory and fishing are all included in room rates however spa treatments, babysitting and cooking classes are charged additionally.
When to travel
Molori Safari Lodge offers a wonderful temperate climate which can be visited all year round. The best game viewing is from May to the end September
Summer (November to March) days can get quite warm (up to 28-32 degrees on average) but it is a dry heat. Summer rainfall, normally in the form of thunder storms are usually in the evening, however, the African climate is still always unpredictable. Autumn (April to May) days can still be warm but the evenings cool down. Average day time temperature 22-28 degrees. Evenings 10-15 degrees. Winter (June to August) days are warm (temperatures in the mid-twenties) evenings and early mornings very cold with average early morning temperatures 5-12 degrees. It very rarely rains at this time when the bush is golden and dry.
Spring (September, October) days start getting hotter, evenings and mornings could still be crisp but not as cold. A very slim chance of rain.
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Location and directions
Madikwe and the northwest, South Africa
Molori Safari Lodge is located in the 185,000-acre Madikwe Game Reserve, on the fringe of the Kalahari Desert.
How to get there
11.5 hour international flight to OR Tambo International Airport. Molori Safari is 1 hour, 30 minutes from Johannesburg Airport by light aircraft transfer to Madikwe's private airstrip, or a 4 hour drive.
