Madikwe Safari Lodge | Big 5

• Subject to availability of rooms
• Valid for maximum 2 rooms/ 4 guests
• The SeeMORE package can only be booked on your contracted rates and not on any other negotiated or discounted rates, or in conjunction with other packages
• Must specify “SeeMORE Package” on enquiry. If not requested and stipulated at time of reservation with MORE, the package will not be honoured

• Block Out Dates:  18 Dec 2018- 3 Jan 2019 ; 1 – 15 February 2019

• Subject to availability of rooms
• Valid for maximum 2 rooms/ 4 guests
• The SafariMORE package can only be booked on your contracted rates and not on any other negotiated or discounted rates, or in conjunction with other packages 
• Must specify “SafariMORE Package” on enquiry. If not requested and stipulated at time of reservation with MORE, the package will not be honoured

• Subject to availability of rooms
• Valid for maximum 2 rooms/ 4 guests
• The DiscoverMORE package can only be booked on your contracted rates and not on any other negotiated or discounted rates, or in conjunction with other packages
• Must specify “DiscoverMORE Package” on enquiry and properties must be requested and booked at the same time. If not requested and stipulated at time of reservation with MORE, the package will not be honoured.

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• Valid for maximum 2 rooms/ 4 guests
• The SeeMORE PLUS package can be only booked on your contracted rates and not on any other negotiated or discounted rates, or in conjunction with other packages
• Must specify “SeeMORE PLUS Package” on enquiry. If not requested and stipulated at time of reservation with MORE, the package will not be honoured

• Subject to availability of rooms
• Valid for maximum 2 rooms/ 4 guests
• The SafariMORE package can only be booked on your contracted rates and not on any other negotiated or discounted rates, or in conjunction with other packages 
• Must specify “SafariMORE Package” on enquiry. If not requested and stipulated at time of reservation with MORE, the package will not be honoured

• Subject to availability of rooms
• Valid for maximum 2 rooms/ 4 guests
• The DiscoverMORE package can only be booked on your contracted rates and not on any other negotiated or discounted rates, or in conjunction with other packages
• Must specify “DiscoverMORE Package” on enquiry and properties must be requested and booked at the same time. If not requested and stipulated at time of reservation with MORE, the package will not be honoured.

• Subject to availability of rooms
• Valid for maximum 2 rooms/ 4 guests
• The DiscoverMORE package can only be booked on your contracted rates and not on any other negotiated or discounted rates, or in conjunction with other packages
• Must specify “AdventureMORE Package” on enquiry and properties must be requested and booked at the same time. If not requested and stipulated at time of reservation with MORE, the package will not be honoured.

• Valid for repeat guests, and excludes travelling companions who have not stayed at a MORE property previoustly

• Valid for a year after date of marriage
• Marriage certificate to be provided

• Only valid on adult pps and single rates
• Children (6 - 15) will receive 50% off flight fare
• Not valid for children under 6 years of age

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Rates Include

• Luxury accommodation in a suite with private plunge pool; 
• All meals; Teas/Coffees;
• Mini bar in room; 
• Inclusive drinks (all soft drinks and selection of local beers, spirits & house wines); 
• Two game drives daily with FGASA qualified ranger; 
• Game drive refreshments & snacks; 
• Transfers to and from the Eastern Madikwe airstrip; 
• Specified inclusive safari activities;  
• Wi-Fi
• Inclusive of 15% VAT (subject  to goverment change)

Rates Exclude

• Laundry; 
• Premium brand beers, spirits, cellar wines & champagnes; 
• Cigars & cigarettes; 
• All flights and transfers not specified; 
• Gratuities; 
• Telephone calls; 
• Curio shop purchases;
• Spa treatments; 
• Madikwe Game Reserve Landing fees (subject to change);
• Madikwe Game Reserve entrance/ conservation fees; 
• Any additional extras will be for the guests account

• Game drives; 
• Bush walks; 
• Stargazing
• Wildlife lectures; 
• Bush breakfasts, 
• picnic lunches & bush dinners; 
• Children’s activities

Specialist Activities Excluded:

• Private open safari vehicle hire  
• Any additional external services
• Local village experience

Single Room Policy

• An allocation of rooms/suites is kept for single travellers where a supplement will not apply. These rooms/suites are subject to availability.
• A supplement of 50% of the adult rate will be applied if the single rooms/suites are not available.
• Single supplements will not be wavered when a booking involves one of the MORE Experiences.

Triple Rooms & Interconnecting Rooms

• 1 room at Lelapa  have a sleeper couch which are suitable for triple rooms and booking of these rooms is subject to availability
• The rate for the third person in a triple room is 50% of the per person sharing rate (maximum 3 pax)
• 3rd person sharing will be restricted to children under the age of 16.
• Four family suites where the second bedroom has two single beds for children only (under 16 years of age). There is an additional sleeper couch in the family suites for a 3rd child.

• Has one sleeper couch  only to be used for child  if the lodge is booked out exclusively

• There are no triple or interconnecting rooms available at Kopano Lodge

Child Policy

Lelapa Lodge

**Children of all ages are welcome. For safety reasons, children aged 5 years and younger cannot participate on game drives and gaming activities.

A family drive is offered for younger children, after breakfast.

• Children aged 0 - 5 years stay free of charge
• Children aged 6 -15 years pay 50% of the adult sharing rate
• Children aged 16 years and older pay the full adult rate
• If two children under 16 are in a room on their own, the first child  is charged for at the  full adult per person sharing rate

Dithaba Lodge

Children are only accepted if the lodge is booked exclusively. If so, tnen same policy as above ** applies.

Kopano Lodge

• We regret that we are unable to accommodate children under the age of 16 years.
• Children aged 16 years and older will be accommodated in their own room and will pay full adult per person sharing rate.

• 31 - 60 days prior to arrival 25% cancellation fee on the value of the booking
• 0 - 30 days prior to arrival 100% cancellation fee on the value of the booking

Deposit Policy

• Upon confirmation 50% deposit is due to secure the reservation, of which 10% is non-refundable
• 30 days prior to arrival Full prepayment

• Luxury accommodation in a suite with private plunge pool;
• All meals;
• Teas/Coffees;
• Two game drives daily with FGASA qualified ranger;
• Game drive refreshments & snacks;
• Transfers to and from the Eastern Madikwe airstrip;
• Specified inclusive safari activities.
• Wi-Fi in public areas

• Laundry;
• Beverages;
• Cigars & cigarettes;
• All flights and transfers not specified;
• Gratuities;
• Telephone calls;
• Curio shop purchases; Spa treatments);
• Any additional extras will be for the guests account

Our three lodges, Lelapa, Dithaba and Kopano comprise of 20 suites in total and give guests a choice to stay together as a group of family and friends, or to have a more private bush experience as a couple. Our staff know exactly how to make you feel welcome, comfortable and relaxed. If you curl up on your couch at home, that is what we encourage you to do with us at Madikwe Safari Lodge.

Lelapa Lodge: Lelapa which means family in the local dialect is exactly that. It has the spirit and comfort of being at a home and is the Lodge where we allow guests of all ages to stay.

Kopano Lodge: Kopano which means “small gathering” comprises only four suites with a beautiful common area offering an intermit and private experience.

Dithaba Lodge: Dithaba, meaning mountain in the local dialect, is located slightly higher up on the mountain and has incredible views over the open plans.

We have provided an easy reference table to make sure you make the best choice of Lodge for your stay with us and if you have any further questions please contact us as the better informed you are about your stay with us the more you will get out of your safari.

Note this route is recommended if you prefer to travel a shorter distance on a gravel road bearing in mind that you do not require a 4x4 vehicle.

• Starting at Oliver Tambo International Airport. Head southwest on O R Tambo Airport Rd toward To Parking Rd;
• O R Tambo Airport Rd turns slightly left and becomes Short Term Parking Rd; Turn right toward Exit 46, take exit 46 on the right to merge onto R24 toward Johannesburg; take the exit onto N12/R24; take exit 113 for N3 S/N12 toward M2/Kimberley/Germiston/Durban; keep right at the fork, follow signs for N3 N/N1/Pretoria; continue onto N1 Western Bypass heading South West, direction Krugersdorp. Turn left onto the N14 highway, following the Krugersdorp signposts; travel in a south-westerly direction;
• At the four-way stop, turn right onto the N14 towards Ventersdorp; at the T-junction, turn right towards Ventersdorp/Hekpoort; the road then splits again – take the left fork towards Ventersdorp;
• Follow this road until you get to a four-way junction; here you will turn right towards Rustenburg;
• Pass through the town of Magaliesberg and take the left fork in the road – the R509 to Boons and Derby
• (approximately 53 km/27 miles);
• Proceed through Derby towards Koster for approximately 17 km / 11 miles;
• In Koster, turn right towards Swartruggens (R509) for 34 km / 21 miles;
• Turn left at the stop street onto the N4 to Swartruggens, Groot Groot Marico and Zeerust (In Zeerust, be sure to refuel as there is no fuel available in the Reserve);
• Turn right at President Street onto the R47/R49 to Gaborone;
• It is ± 90 km / 56 miles to the Abjaterskop Gate, where you will enter Madikwe Game Reserve
• Here you will be welcomed by the friendly gate staff, who will confirm your reservation and direct you to the correct camp at Madikwe Safari lodge;
• Now, you will travel on a gravel road (travelling time is approximately 45 minutes) towards Derdepoort for approximately 11 km / 7 miles; at the T-junction, turn left;
• On your way, you will pass a signboard to Derdepoort Gate after 2 km / 1.2 miles, and again 1.1 km / 0.68 miles later – just follow the directions to the Derdepoort Gate;
• After approximately 5 km / 3.1 miles, you will drive through the “Ambush Alley” mountain pass; here you will see a sign warning drivers to be mindful of klipspringers in the area;
• Continue on the same road and after 5 km / 3.1 miles, there is a crossroad where you will still continue straight;
• Continue until you see the sign for Madikwe Safari Lodge (with the relevant Lodge name), where you turn right, off the main road and continue to the Lodge.
• WELCOME, well done and ahead lies a great few days on safari so time to relax and we will take care of everything from here on in!

Please Note

• It is safe to drive so don’t worry about driving through the rural areas as the locals sense of community and the importance your security is very highly regarded;
• Please advise us of your estimated time of arrival and note Winter (May to September) game drives leave at 15h30 & Summer at 16h30 so try make it to us before then.
• Please drive carefully and be aware of village pedestrians, their children and domestic animals;
• There are always a number of speed traps with traffic police along the way, so please be sure to follow the speed restrictions;
• The elephants at Madikwe Game Reserve must be treated with respect, so please keep a safe distance and don’t get out of the vehicle for any reason as one is never aware of who may be watching!;
• Madikwe Reserve entrance fees are payable per person directly at the Lodge and will be added to your extra’s bill.
• Please take note that the gate opens at 06h00 and closes at 21h00. Please advise the Lodge if you will be arriving outside of these times so that the relevant arrangements can be made.

• This transfers by luxury air-conditioned vehicle, including International  newspaper, bottled water and complimentary WI-FI
• The transfer takes approximately 2 hours
•  Rates are per transfer one-way and inclusive 15% VAT
•  Transfer rates subject to change:

Private Open Safari Vehicles

• R9 040 per day
• Rates are quoted per vehilcle 'per  night booked'
• Minimum 2 day booking and subject to availability
• Booking will be confirmed upon enquiry