- Madikwe Lodges
Madikwe offers up some of the finest lodges found in South Africa; this is our selection of what we at Uyaphi.com know to be the very best. Whether you are looking a pure wildlife experience, something romantic or those looking for a safe African safari with the kids, we have all your bases covered. - Madikwe Safaris
When planning a safari to South Africa, we often find that the Madikwe Game Reserve is more often than not even on the list of "to visit" destinations. This is something that we would like to change, we have a catchphrase here at Uyaphi.com, and it is "Madikwe is awesome."
- Madikwe Photo Galleries
Over the past years, we have had the absolute pleasure and privilege of visiting the Madikwe Game Reserve many times. While staying at many of the safaris lodges within the reserve and taking part in numerous game drives, here are a few of the photographs that we have taken.
- Madikwe Lodges Visited
Madikwe lodges and camps visited by the team at Uyaphi.com showcasing our personal photographs as well as thoughts on each establishment for our personal perspective.
- Madikwe Mammal List
With 75 000 hectares of African bushveld available, the Madikwe hosts 66 mammal species including the "Big 7" (elephant, lion, leopard, rhino, buffalo, cheetah and wild dog). Of interest, the reserve offers the rare opportunity to spot both Spotted and Brown Hyenas within the same habitat as well as 23 carnivore species and an amazing 26 species of snake.
- Madikwe Bird List
The Madikwe is an ornithologists dream, with well over 350 species of birds having been recorded. What makes this area different in terms of birding is that the reserve is located in a transition zone on the edge of the Kalahari basin, one gets a mash-up of Highveld, Bushveld and Desert species. If you are a birder, Madikwe Game Reserve make so much sense.
- Madikwe Information
Size & Location: 750km² ,360 km from Johannesburg, in the North West Province
When to visit the park: Drier months (May - September) are best for game-viewing
Climate: Hot, humid (31°C) during summer rainy season and cold, freezing winters
Rainfall: approx. 500mm per annum
Altitude: 950m - 1328m above sea level - Madikwe is Malaria Free
Yes, it is official, those pesky Malaria mosquitoes are not found anywhere near the Madikwe Reserve. Making this the perfect "Big 7" safari experience for those who have children of any age, those who are pregnant as well as those who just do not want to take the chance. The Madikwe is Malaria free but not mosquito free; all lodges offer repellent though.
- Best Time to Visit
The Madikwe Reserve offers excellent year-round safari experiences with summer days being hot and winter evenings being cold. The dry winter months are generally best for birders and wildlife sightings, but on saying that you will not be disappointed by a summer safari here. No matter what season you choose to visit, the Madikwe will surprise you with her beauty.
- Madikwe Transfer Options
Daily air and road transfers operate between Johannesburg and the reserve, depending on your budget or interests we will advise on the best options. The fly-in option is the most popular as it adds 3 hours to your safari, the flight itself is in the region of 60 minutes and lands at the main Madikwe tarred runway where a transfer to your private lodge is waiting.
