4-Day Madikwe Safari Adventure

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

Arrival & Afternoon Game Drive

Arrive at Madikwe Game Reserve after a scenic drive or flight from Johannesburg. Enjoy a warm welcome and settle into your luxury suite. In the late afternoon, set out on your first game drive with experienced rangers. Watch the sun set over the bush as you enjoy sundowners before returning to camp for a gourmet dinner beneath the stars. The sounds of the African night create the perfect end to your first safari day.

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:

Buffalo Ridge Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Madikwe GR

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Meals & Drinks:

• Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Morning & Afternoon Safaris

Begin your day with coffee and rusks before heading out for a morning game drive. This is the best time to spot predators returning from their hunt and to see the bush come alive. After breakfast, relax at the lodge, take a swim, or enjoy a spa treatment. Later, embark on an afternoon safari, capturing the beauty of the sunset and the thrill of spotting wildlife at dusk. Return for a delicious dinner and stories shared around the fire.

Main Destination:

Madikwe Game Reserve

Accommodation:

Buffalo Ridge Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Madikwe GR

Meals & Drinks:

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

Morning & Afternoon Safaris

Rise early for another exciting game drive through a new part of the reserve. Look out for elephants, rhinos, lions, and the rare African wild dog. Each safari brings something new and unforgettable. After breakfast, unwind at the lodge and enjoy time at leisure. As the day cools, join your guide for an evening safari and soak in the colors of the setting sun before a final dinner under the wide African sky.

Main Destination:

Madikwe Game Reserve

Accommodation:

Buffalo Ridge Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Madikwe GR

Meals & Drinks:

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

Final Game Drive & Departure

On your last morning, enjoy one final sunrise safari, capturing the peaceful beauty of the bush one last time. After breakfast, say farewell to your hosts and depart for Johannesburg or your next destination. Leave Madikwe with lasting memories of the Big Five, glowing sunsets, and the incredible sense of serenity that defines this wild and special place.

Main Destination:

Madikwe Game Reserve

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

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