Madikwe Lion Photo Gallery

Part of the appeal of the Madikwe Game Reserve is spotting and watching Africa's "Big 5" and lions form a very large part that appeal.

Here is our gallery of these amazing cats that we have had the privilege of photographing over the many times that we have visited the Madikwe.

On our last visit to the reserve, we took our children (11 and 6 years old) and kids being kids they were all excited when we stopped at animal sightings, giggling, whispering and getting bored after 5 minutes. That was until we came across lions, my kids did not mutter a word or move an inch; they sat there for 45 minutes like stunned monkeys in total and utter awe. That is the power of a lion - the "King of the jungle".

All in all, Madikwe currently has a lion population of around 60 (down from the previous number of 100). This number is more in-line with what the Reserve can handle in terms of natural sustainability.

The chance of spotting lion is average to good if you stay more than two nights in the reserve (of course this is not a guarantee but only based on our experience and reports from previous clients). Some people are unlucky and never see lions while some people see the "Big 5" on one morning or afternoon game drive.

All photographs here on this page have been taken by us here at Uyaphi.com for the sole purpose of showcasing the Madikwe Game Reserve as we see it.

Lions of Madikwe Image Gallery

Impodimo Game Lodge

The main Lodge area at Impodimo Game Lodge offers a rustic African feel, yet with all the comforts surrounding you, there is a lounge area with comfortable lounge suites where one is able to put your legs up read a book and just relax.

Buffalo Ridge Safari Lodge

Buffalo Ridge Safari Lodge is the first wholly owned, community-based Safari Lodge in South Africa, the concept is unique as the community owns the development, with substantial benefits going back to the community. All in the Madikwe Game Reserve.

Tuningi Safari Lodge

Tuningi Safari Lodge is found in the heart of the "Big 5 and Malaria Free" Madikwe Reserve. Tuningi is renowned for her exclusive accommodation in six spacious suites (two of which are family suites). Accommodation aside the lodge of up remarkable safari experiences for all.

Jaci's Tree Lodge

Jaci's Tree Lodge is the more intimate one of the two Jaci offerings, hidden perfectly in a natural forest whilst offer up luxury and the end of each raised wooden walkway. Eight stunningly appointed suites await all that visit Tree Lodge.

Madikwe Safari Lodge

With its earthy plastered walls, Madikwe Safari Lodge appears to grow out of the rust-red African setting like a gigantic termite mound, offering Southern African cuisine is complimented and world-class local South African wines. Stunning luxury awaits all that visit.

Molori Safari Lodge

Catering to the well-heeled, discerning traveller looking for complete seclusion, relaxation along with an authentic link to their local surrounds, Molori Safari Lodge is definitely not your average safari lodge in South Africa or the Madikwe Reserve.

Jaci's Safari Lodge

Jaci's Safari Lodge blends into its surrounds, encompassing a magnificent main area built around an ancient termite mound, only 10 tented Suites, all built with shaggy thatched roofs, canvas walls & large windows.