Madikwe & Northwest South Africa safaris

Madikwe Game Reserve is the perfect introduction to the African bush. The 75,000 acre reserve is malaria free and is the site of the world’s largest wildlife trans-location project. Its diverse geology and range of habitats allow a variety of species to flourish, including Africa’s ’big five’.

Madikwe and the northwest

Just a 90-minute flight from Johannesburg, the reserve offers a range of excellent lodge accommodation, from the exceptionally family-friendly to romantic honeymoon retreats and those with wonderful bush spas.

One of the largest parks in South Africa, but one of the lesser-known, Madikwe makes for a more private and exclusive safari experience, with fantastic game-spotting opportunities. See the 'big five' here - lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo, along with some of the rarer animals, such as the endangered African wild dog.

Where to go in Madikwe and the northwest

Places near Madikwe and the northwest

Madikwe Game Reserve

Madikwe Game Reserve

Marakele National Park

Marakele National Park

Waterberg

Waterberg

Welgevonden Game Reserve

Welgevonden Game Reserve

Morukuru Owner's House

Morukuru Owner's House

Madikwe Game Reserve, Madikwe and the northwest, South Africa

Morukuru is a collection of exclusive-use properties in the malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve. The Owner's House is one of the villas situated along the bank of the Marico River.

Leobo Private Reserve

Leobo Private Reserve

Waterberg, Madikwe and the northwest, South Africa

Leobo Private Reserve is an exclusive, luxury bush retreat situated in the Waterberg region of South Africa. The reserve is only available on an exclusive use basis and guests can enjoy an array of activities, all arranged for them at the drop of a hat.

Ant's Hill

Ant's Hill

Waterberg, Madikwe and the northwest, South Africa

Ant's Hill is a six-bedroom lodge perched on the edge of a cliff with amazing views over the malaria-free Waterberg Reserve. The lodge has a very East African feel and prides itself on its flexible approach to activities and mealtimes.

Molori Safari Lodge

Molori Safari Lodge

Madikwe Game Reserve, South Africa

Molori Safari Lodge is the ultra exclusive safari lodge located in the malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve. The lodge has five stunning suites and two breathtaking Presidential Suites offering an almost unsurpassed level of luxury in the bush.

Madikwe Safari Lodge

Madikwe Safari Lodge

Madikwe Game Reserve, Madikwe

Discover the wilds of South Africa at Madikwe Safari Lodge, where luxury and exclusivity mix for a safari journey none will forget. Whether it be family fun or an intimate honeymoon that’s out of the ordinary, you will find it here.

Ant's Nest

Ant's Nest

Waterberg, Madikwe and the northwest, South Africa

Ant’s Nest, the sister lodge to Ant’s Hill, is the original homestead in the beautiful Waterberg Mountains, run by Ant and Tessa Baber, who have been offering relaxed and exciting riding safaris in this spectacular area for many years.

Impodimo Game Lodge

Impodimo Game Lodge

Madikwe Game Reserve, Madikwe and the northwest, South Africa

Escape from the every day at Impodimo Game Lodge. Perched along a ridge in the malaria free Madikwe Game Reserve, experience the magic of the African Bush at this intimate lodge where the Big 5 roam and each suite commands epic views.

Marataba Mountain Lodge

Marataba Mountain Lodge

Marakele National Park, Madikwe and the northwest, South Africa

Marataba Mountain Lodge is a luxurious secluded retreat with just five eco suites offering guests peace and solitude, surrounded by breathtaking landscapes of the Marataba reserve, a Big Five wildlife reserve within the Marakele National Park.

Little Madikwe Hills

Little Madikwe Hills

Madikwe Game Reserve, Madikwe and the northwest, South Africa

Separate from Madikwe Hills main lodge is Little Madikwe which is a totally private and luxurious retreat able to sleep up to four people in its two bedroom suite, located in the Madikwe Game Reserve in the North West Province of South Africa.

Morukuru Farm House

Morukuru Farm House

Madikwe Game Reserve, Madikwe and the northwest, South Africa

Despite being the youngest of the Morukuru Family, the Farm House has stood in its secluded location in the centre of Madikwe for many years. Completely remodelled, the Farm House is the new jewel in the Morukuru crown.

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