Madikwe, South Africa

Jamala Madikwe

Ultimate safari experience

Illuminated modern house with stone walls and warm interior lights at dusk.

Sophisticated stay in the savannahs of Madikwe

Individual service, attention to detail and exclusivity are at the heart of the owner-managed and run, Jamala Madikwe, Royal Safari Lodge. This luxurious lodge successfully combines colonial and African style for a sophisticated stay in the savannahs of the Madikwe area. Catering to a maximum of ten guests within five sumptuously appointed villas, each villa offers indulgent privacy, individual rim-flow pools, separate outdoor showers, a cosy fireplace and a sala overlooking the bushveld.

Set in a quiet corner of the pristine renowned 75 000 hectare malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve, Jamala Madikwe is the ideal place for that ultimate safari experience.

In the evenings witness the hive of activity at the waterhole right in front of the lodge, or unwind on your own private deck and take in the glowing sunsets. Guests can also savour a romantic private dinner up the Water Tower, enjoy private massages, unwind in the library with fireplace or make use of the gym.

Highlights

Five sumptuously appointed luxury villas with private pools

An inviting lounge and library with fireplace

Private rim-flow pool to relax in

Outdoor lounge area with a fire pit overlooking elephants in the distance.

Modern interior with spiral staircase, glass balustrade, and elegant chandelier.

Outdoor dining setup with lit candles on tables, hanging lanterns on a tree at dusk.

Luxurious safari tent bedroom with canopy bed, warm lighting, and a view of the wilderness at dusk.

Elegant living room with fireplace, couch, and view of outdoor terrace at sunset.

Elegant living room with leather sofa, decorative pillows, a wooden coffee table, and ambient lighting.

Modern two-story house with glass balconies at sunset.

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