Little Madikwe

Little Madikwe is a separate private camp at the Madikwe Hills Private Game Lodge, and offers families and groups of up to 8 people their own piece of paradise in the malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve, and the opportunity to experience the utmost in luxury and outstanding hospitality that Madikwe Hills has to offer.

Little Madikwe is made up of a private 2 bedroomed villa. There are 2 additional suites next door, which, if required, can be reserved as well to form a completely private camp for larger groups.

A luxury is being able to set your own meal times - delicious cuisine is created by your personal chef in the kitchen of the Main Suite.

A dedicated game ranger and private game viewing vehicle means that Little Madikwe guests can enjoy private game drives at their leisure and for as long or as short as they wish.

As well as a veranda and plunge pools, there is also one large swimming pool.

The luxurious decor and added touches in the form of satellite TV, DVD movies, outside showers, fireplaces, underfloor heating and air-conditioning all contribute to making a stay here a wonderful experience.

The villa is ideal for families with younger children, as on request a selection of childrens books and games can be supplied to keep everyone entertained.

Rates Include

Private game vehicle and game ranger; personal butler and chef; all game activities; the Madikwe Conservation Levy; the Madikwe Gate entry fee/FedAir landing/departure fee (if applicable); local beverages; and all meals are included. PLEASE NOTE: The tourism bed levy is NOT included.

Children Policy

Children of any age are welcome. Rates available on request.

Bush Walks / Walking Safaris

Children under the age of 16 years are not permitted on guided walks in the reserve.  Guests over 60 years old wishing to join a guided walk are required to have a letter or certificate from their doctor confirming they are in good health and are physically fit to do the walk. A  guided walk can last a couple of hours and involve walking over uneven terrain that may contain dangerous wildlife in potentially high temperatures. Guests may need to move quickly and for a sustained period through rough bush terrain if instructed to do so by their guide.

Regardless of age or the provision of a doctors certificate, the final decision on whether a guest can join a guided walk remains with the guide and lodge manager.

Directions For Drivers

PLEASE NOTE: The main gates open at 06:00 and close at 18:00. Guests who arrive after this time will not be allowed to self-drive to the lodge. The lodge will send a representative to escort guests to the lodge at an additional cost. SUGGESTION: Refuel at Sun Village/Zeerust as there is no fuel available inside the reserve. DO NOT follow your GPS after Zeerust/Sun City - it will take you on the wrong roads.

From Johannesburg Airport via N4 tar road: Follow the R21 north, to Pretoria (Tshwane) through Kempton Park. After 40 km follow N1 north to Pretoria (Tshwane), Pietersburg (Polokwane). After about 12 km, take N4 west into Pretoria (Tshwane), to Rustenburg or Hartebeespoort Dam. Follow the N4 to Hartebeespoort Dam.

Take the N4 to Zeerust past Brits, Rustenberg, and Swartruggens. Zeerust is approximately 220 km from Pretoria. In Zeerust turn right on the R47/R49 to Gaborone/Madikwe Game Reserve. After +/- 90 km you will see a sign on the right for the Abjaterskop Gate of the Madikwe Game Reserve.

Once you are in the reserve, follow the signs to the lodge. Allow about 30-60 minutes to drive from the gate to the lodge.

Do not get out of your car until you reach the lodge. You may see some wildlife on your way - if you do, slow down and maintain a good distance. Do not drive off-road in any circumstances.

From Sun City via N4 tar road: Turn right from as you leave Sun City onto the R565. After a few km you will come to a junction with the R565 to the left, and the R556 signposted straight ahead. Turn left here to keep on the R565 signposted Phokeng and Rustenberg, and it is 38 km from here to the junction with the N4 tar road.

When you reach the N4, turn right onto the road (signposted Swartruggens and Zeerust) and continue for around 130 km on this road to Zeerust. In Zeerust turn right on the R47/R49 and follow the directions as above.

From Johannesburg or Sun City via gravel roads: There is a gravel road from Sun City to Madikwe - this route is a lot shorter than the current tar road route, however as the roads are gravel and the signs to Madikwe are rather inconsistent, we would not really recommend this route to customers.

Should you wish to return to Sun City or Johannesburg using the gravel roads, the lodge will be able to supply you with a map and directions.

General Information For Guests

Open-air decks, plunge pools, luxurious dandeacute;cor, outdoor showers, fireplaces, air conditioning, and concertina glass doors that open the room up entirely are all standard in each suite at Little Madikwe Hills.

A personal luxury is being able to set your own meal and safari game drive times, making this the ideal, exclusive family escape in Africa.

A butler is on hand to respond to the groupandrsquo;s every need.

A dedicated game ranger and game viewing vehicle means that Little Madikwe Hillsandrsquo; guests can enjoy private game drives at their leisure, for as long or as short as they wish.

Bush Walks / Walking Safaris

Children under the age of 16 years are not permitted on guided walks in the reserve.  Guests over 60 years old wishing to join a guided walk are required to have a letter or certificate from their doctor confirming they are in good health and are physically fit to do the walk. A  guided walk can last a couple of hours and involve walking over uneven terrain that may contain dangerous wildlife in potentially high temperatures. Guests may need to move quickly and for a sustained period through rough bush terrain if instructed to do so by their guide.

Regardless of age or the provision of a doctors certificate, the final decision on whether a guest can join a guided walk remains with the guide and lodge manager.

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