Madikwe Self Drive Safaris

Madikwe Self Drive Safaris

A selection of self-drive safaris featuring one of South Africa's hidden gems, The "Big 5" and "Malaria Free" Madikwe Game Reserve. Just a 3-hour drive from Johannesburg, the Madikwe is located in one of the more remote regions of South Africa bordering Botswana.

The Madikwe offers up safari lodges for all budgets and tastes (see below for our selection of safari lodges in the Reserve).

Family-friendly and suitable for children going on safari or for those adults who are just not interested in taking anti-malaria medication, the Madikwe Game Reserve offers up wildlife and birdlife that second to none. In fact, it is true to say that this is our favourite game reserve, ask any one of our consultants and management team.

Our safari consultants are waiting to organise a Madikwe safari tailored to suit our every desire.

The Most Popular Self Drive Safaris In Madikwe, South Africa

  • Northern Malaria Free Safari

    Rates on Request, budget dependant

    6 Days / 5 Nights

    A six-day safari to the Malaria free "Big Five" game reserves in the Northern regions of South Africa, all located within a few hours drive of Johannesburg. These two reserves come by the names of Madikwe Game Reserve and Welgevonden Game Reserve.
  • Cape Town & Malaria Free

    Rates on Request, budget dependant

    13 Days / 12 Nights

    This 13-day self-drive safari explores all that the Cape Town and Cape Winelands region has to offer before heading off into the Malaria Free Game Reserves of the North Western area of South Africa; the Madikwe Game Reserve and Marakele National Park.
  • Madikwe North & South Safari

    Rates on Request, budget dependant

    7 Days / 6 Nights

    Explore the malaria free and "Big 5" Madikwe Game Reserve on this six-day safari. Experience the northern and southern sections of this magnificent reserve while staying in fantastic safari lodges and viewing wildlife second to none.
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  • 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.
  • Mateya Safari Lodge
    Mateya Safari Lodge, perfectly located in the breathtaking Malaria free Madikwe, guarantees to possibly be amongst the best game lodges available today and without question one of the most outstanding lodges in Southern Africa.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Jamala Madikwe
    Owner run as well as managed, Jamala Madikwe Royal Safari Lodge provides a personal bush encounter, in which personalized service along with attention to fine detail are definitely the cornerstones of each and every waking moment.
  • 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.
  • Madikwe Hills Game Lodge
    Madikwe Hills Private Game Lodge is perfectly positioned within the centre of Madikwe, this is a huge game drive advantage when staying here. Accommodation is up there with the most exclusive and luxurious lodge in the Reserve, Madikwe Hills offers it all and more.