South Africa • Wildlife
Madikwe Safari Lodge
Madikwe Game Reserve is a 75,000 hectare reserve located northwest of Johannesburg along the Botswana border.
This malaria-free reserve boasts more than 60 mammal species including the Big Five. Everything about it is vast – its landscapes, its heavens, its wildlife. Spend your days enjoying game drives in open 4×4 vehicles, on specialised walking trails with qualified guides or on birding safaris. Choose between the three luxury lodge options of Madikwe Safari Lodge, each with their own charms.
From NZ$5,365 per person, twin share
4 Days / 3 Nights • Daily, year-round • South Africa
Price quoted is a lead-in rate. As pricing may vary seasonally and according to standard/category selected, please contact us for a quote on your specific requirements.
Current offer • Book by 30 November 2026
Stay 4 nights, pay for 3
Book three nights at Madikwe Safari Lodge and enjoy an additional night free!
Valid for travel until 19 Dec 2026. Offer applies to the room rate only, and on new bookings only. It is not combinable with any other, and is subject to availability.
Wildlife journey. This itinerary can be tailor-made, with the number of days, places visited, and activities varied to suit you.
Who this suits
Travellers who want a malaria-free Big Five reserve — 75,000 hectares on the Botswana border, north-west of Johannesburg — with game drives, guided walks and birding, and three lodges to choose from.
Good to know
Flights to the Eastern Madikwe airstrip aren't included; ask us to arrange them with your routing. Two of the three lodges are for guests 16 and over, and children's pricing at the third is on enquiry — see the conditions below. Laundry is extra here; longer stays and private game drives are priced on enquiry.
Pricing • New Zealand dollars, per person
By season and category
2026
| Season | Twin, per person | Single | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lelapa Lodge – Suite | |||
| 01 Jul – 19 Dec | NZ$5,365 | NZ$7,920 | Enquire → |
| 20 Dec – 31 Dec | NZ$6,385 | NZ$9,460 | Enquire → |
| Kopano Lodge – Suite | |||
| 01 Jul – 19 Dec | NZ$6,000 | NZ$8,880 | Enquire → |
| 20 Dec – 31 Dec | NZ$7,155 | NZ$10,610 | Enquire → |
| Ditaba Lodge – Suite | |||
| 01 Jul – 19 Dec | NZ$6,645 | NZ$9,845 | Enquire → |
| 20 Dec – 31 Dec | NZ$7,925 | NZ$11,765 | Enquire → |
2027
| Season | Twin, per person | Single | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lelapa Lodge – Suite | |||
| 01 Jan – 09 Jan | NZ$6,385 | NZ$9,460 | Enquire → |
| 10 Jan – 19 Dec | NZ$5,720 | NZ$8,475 | Enquire → |
| 20 Dec – 31 Dec | NZ$6,840 | NZ$10,170 | Enquire → |
| Kopano Lodge – Suite | |||
| 01 Jan – 09 Jan | NZ$7,155 | NZ$10,610 | Enquire → |
| 10 Jan – 19 Dec | NZ$6,425 | NZ$9,530 | Enquire → |
| 20 Dec – 31 Dec | NZ$7,670 | NZ$11,415 | Enquire → |
| Ditaba Lodge – Suite | |||
| 01 Jan – 09 Jan | NZ$7,925 | NZ$11,765 | Enquire → |
| 10 Jan – 19 Dec | NZ$6,935 | NZ$10,295 | Enquire → |
| 20 Dec – 31 Dec | NZ$8,280 | NZ$12,310 | Enquire → |
Price quoted is a lead-in rate. As pricing may vary seasonally and according to standard/category selected, please contact us for a quote on your specific requirements.
What’s included
- 3 nights’ accommodation at your camp of choice
- All meals (B, L, D) during your stay
- House alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
- Shared transfers to/from the Eastern Madikwe airstrip
- Shared game drives and other safari activities as per the itinerary
- Park, community, conservation, and tourism fees, levies, and contributions as applicable
Not included
- Community village experience
- Landing fees (if applicable)
- Premium beverages
- Gratuities
- Laundry
Booking conditions
Booking conditions as supplied by World Journeys.
- Pricing varies due to fluctuations in exchange rates; please contact us for current pricing or other changes
- Please enquire about cross-season pricing, longer stays, or private game drives
- Please also enquire about pricing for children (6 to 15 years) at Lelapa Lodge
- Guests aged 16 years and over are welcome at Dithaba and Kopano Lodges
Journey operated by World Journeys and booked through Fine Travel.
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