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Best time to be there

October to May is the best time to visit the Cape. Game viewing is better during the drier months of April to September. The wildflower season is generally from mid August to mid September. The whale watching season runs from June to November.

Fly to

Cape Town/Johannesburg

flying time

11 hours 30 minutes/10 hours 30 minutes non-stop

time difference

GMT +2 hours

Visas

Not required for UK passport holders

Health Requirements

Yellow fever certificate if arriving from an endemic area




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    The 75,000 hectare Madikwe Game Reserve is situated in the far north of the North West Province of South Africa and borders with Botswana. Created from the biggest translocation project of animals in 1991, the reserve is now home to 66 large mammals species, including the 'Big Five' and approximately 300 resident and migrant bird species. It is one of South Africa's largest game reserves with areas of open plains and woodland and is dissected by escarpments, making it incredibly diverse for the beautiful animals that live there. Many of the lodges that we use have specialist child-friendly safari programmes which are both fun and educational. A Madikwe safari is effortlessly accessible via a three hour drive or a short flight from Johannesburg.

    The Waterberg safari has been described as South Africa's best keep secret. Its rugged beauty, together with its diversity in plant and animal life, has led to the development of several exciting eco-tourism projects such as the biosphere reserve, the Waterberg Nature Conservancy and the amalgamation of conservation areas in order to protect more than 150,000 hectares of the Waterberg-habitat. A malarial-free destination, the Waterberg lends itself as the perfect family safari destination. Many of the lodges that we use have specialist child-friendly safari programmes, which are both fun and educational.

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    Suggested Madikwe & Waterberg accommodation

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    Ant's Hill

    Built on the edge of a gorge, this fabulous bush home offers breathtaking views across the Waterberg. Set amongst boulders on the edge of a cliff, the infinity swimming pool cascades over the lip of the gorge.

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    Ant's Nest

    Situated in a natural amphitheatre, the original homestead with its wide verandas has a classic African atmosphere. The luxurious en suite rooms accommodate a maximum of 12 guests.

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    Etali Safari Lodge  

    Set deep in the heart of the Madikwe Game Reserve, Etali is most definitely a grown-ups paradise in the bush. Intimate and exclusive, it is a place of relaxation amongst nature where body...

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    Jaci's Safari Lodge & Tree Lodge

    Two exceptional child-friendly, privately owned lodges are set deep in the Madikwe Game Reserve. Tree lodge, consisting of eight spacious tree houses are set six metres above the ground and linked by...

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    Makanyane Safari Lodge  

    Designed by a team of award winning architects, the key focus was for the lodge to blend in with nature - this has been achieved with great success. Makanyane lies hidden in the lush...

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    Makweti Safari Lodge  

    Located in the heart of the beautiful Welgevonden Private Reserve in South Africa, rolling mountains, steep gorges, rocky outcrops, flowing rivers and open plains provide a magnificent game area that is fast growing in popularity.

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    Marataba

    This well-equipped game lodge is the ultimate glamorous retreat. With just twelve exclusive tented suites it is a perfect place to escape from the world and enjoy the panoramic view from your own private...

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    Morukuru Lodge  

    A beautifully appointed bush villa, set in the wilds of the Madikwe Game Reserve on the banks of the Marico River, Morukuru blends chic stylish décor with warm African hospitality.

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    Royal Madikwe Luxury Safari Residence  

    At the heart of the reserve, Royal Madikwe is a luxury lodge catering to discerning families and groups of friends. Fabulous facilities and superb game viewing are only one half of the story though, for Royal Madikwe...

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    Tuningi Safari Lodge  

    Tuningi Safari Lodge is one of the few five star lodges that welcome children. Accommodating just 16 guests, the exclusive bush villas have been designed to blend the interiors with the bush.