About Madikwe Safari Lodge
Madikwe Safari Lodge is a lodge facing the bush, in Madikwe Game Reserve, in South Africa. All its rooms are suites. It has a restaurant, a bar, an outdoor pool, a spa and a kids' club. You will also find a shared lounge, a library, a terrace and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock, and Wi-Fi and parking are free.
Location
The lodge is in Madikwe Game Reserve, right on the border with Botswana. As the crow flies, the nearest gates are Derdepoort, 15 km away, and Wonderboom, 16 km away. The reserve gates are open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
By road, Johannesburg is about four and a half hours away, via the N4 and Zeerust. By air, Federal Air flies daily from Johannesburg airport to the reserve's airstrips, in about an hour. Sir Seretse Khama International Airport, in Gaborone, Botswana, is 46 km away as the crow flies. The lodge can arrange an airport shuttle, at extra cost.
Rooms
The suites have a balcony, a seating area with a sofa and a fireplace. They also have air conditioning, heating, a fan and free Wi-Fi. The private bathroom has a bathtub and a shower, with bathrobes, slippers, a hair dryer and toiletries.
The lodge has family rooms. Cribs are free up to age 2, on request, but the lodge does not add extra beds.
Dining
In the morning, the lodge serves a full English breakfast. The restaurant offers a buffet of varied dishes, with children's menus. The bar and the pool bar serve drinks, and room service brings meals to your room.
Leisure
The outdoor pool, open all year, overlooks the bush. It has a shallow area, parasols, towels and a bar. The spa offers massages, at extra cost. The lodge also has a kids' club, a library and a shared lounge.
Map and location
- Madikwe Reserve Derdepoort Gate15 km
- Madikwe Game Reserve15 km
- Madikwe Reserve Wonderboom Gate16 km
- Sir Seretse Khama International Airport46 km
Distances from the property, as listed on Booking.com.
Rooms at a glance
Luxury Family Room
100 m²
See pricesLuxury Double Suite
100 m²
See pricesFacilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Airport shuttle
- Spa and wellness center
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Bar
- Breakfast
Bathroom
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Bath
Outdoors
- Terrace
- Garden
Activities
- Walking tours
- Game drives
- Kids' club
- Hiking
Living Area
- Fireplace
- Seating area
Food & Drink
- Kids' meals
- Bar
- Restaurant
Internet
- Wifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge
Front Desk Services
- Concierge
- Baggage storage
- Currency exchange
- 24-hour front desk
Cleaning Services
- Laundry (additional charge)
Safety & security
- Safe
General
- Shuttle service (additional charge)
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Air conditioning
- Wake-up service
- Heating
- Fan
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttle (additional charge)
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
Outdoor swimming pool
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Pool with view
- Shallow end
- Pool/Beach towels
- Pool bar
- Beach umbrellas
Spa
- Massage (additional charge)
- Spa and wellness center (additional charge)
Good to know
- Check-inFrom 02:00
- Check-outFrom 10:00 to 11:00
- ChildrenFree cot on request, no extra beds
- PetsNot allowed
- PaymentCard or cash
- Languages spokenEnglish
Conditions as listed on Booking.com on October 25, 2026, to check when you book.
Parks and reserves nearby
Madikwe does not accept day visitors, and you cannot go on safari there in your own car. The lodge offers open 4x4 game drives with a guide, and walks. The vehicles can go off-road, and the evening drive carries on after dark.
The reserve is known for its African wild dogs, which the guides follow from one drive to the next. The Big Five live here too, along with cheetahs and brown hyenas. The reserve has more than 1,600 elephants over 750 km². There is no malaria, whatever the month.
South AfricaGuest reviews
7 reviews
- Cleanliness10.0
- Comfort10.0
- Facilities10.0
- Location9.6
- Staff10.0
- Value for money9.5
Scores left by guests on Booking.com, collected on October 25, 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Is Madikwe Safari Lodge inside Madikwe Game Reserve?
Yes, it is inside the reserve, 15 km as the crow flies from Derdepoort Gate. Only lodge guests can enter, and a conservation levy is added to the price, per person per night.
Can you go on safari from Madikwe Safari Lodge?
Yes. The lodge offers open 4x4 game drives with a guide, and walks. In the reserve, you cannot go on safari in your own car.
What is the nearest airport to Madikwe Safari Lodge?
Sir Seretse Khama International Airport, in Gaborone, Botswana, 46 km away as the crow flies. From Johannesburg, Federal Air flies daily to the reserve's airstrips.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Madikwe Safari Lodge?
Check-in is from 2 p.m., and check-out from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. The lodge asks for your arrival time in advance. The reserve gates close at 6 p.m.
Does Madikwe Safari Lodge welcome children?
Yes, of all ages, with a kids' club and family rooms. Cribs are free up to age 2, but the lodge has no extra beds. The reserve is malaria-free.
What is breakfast like at Madikwe Safari Lodge?
It is a full English breakfast. The restaurant also serves a buffet, with children's menus.
Is parking free at Madikwe Safari Lodge?
Yes, the lodge's private parking is free, but you need to reserve it. The lodge can also arrange an airport shuttle, at extra cost.
Can you pay cash at Madikwe Safari Lodge?
Yes, the lodge accepts cash. Its front desk also offers currency exchange.
Our tip
Stay three nights and tell your guide on the first evening that you want to see the wild dogs, because the pack moves fast. With young children, it is the right choice: the reserve is malaria-free, and the lodge has a club for them.
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