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Madikwe Lelapa Lodge
Madikwe Lelapa Lodge is equally elegant and family friendly. It is renowned for remarkable family game-viewing adventures and offers a Kids’ Eco-House where little rangers can stay entertained and learn about the wild. Lelapa means family — representing the lodge’s dedication to provide an extraordinary safari adventure to guests of all ages.
Lelapa Lodge shared areas perfectly marry rustic natural materials with sophisticated elegance. A choice of lounges, viewing decks, and a communal pool provide space for guests to relax, read a book, cool down on hot days, or simply enjoy the magical views together.
The lodge offers 12 Deluxe Suites, each with its own private viewing deck and plunge pool. The family units feature adjoining rooms for families with younger children.
Adventures at Lelapa include expert ranger-led twice-daily game drives, escorted bush walks, and fascinating bird watching. The photography, birding, astronomy, and tracking expertise of Lelapa Lodge guides will add tremendous value to your experience. Guests can also join on local community visits to partake in development programmes. These community visits take your safari to a new level, allowing you to learn about the vibrant local culture and heartfelt hospitality of the people.
Mealtimes are a celebration of local traditions and international favorites and can be enjoyed indoors, on the outdoor dining deck, or beneath starry skies in a lantern-lit boma. At Lelapa the entire family is guaranteed to have the adventure of a lifetime thanks to special kids’ activities, meals, amenities, and a whole lot of luxury.
Wildlife:
- Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino).
- Other wildlife include but are not limited to Hyaena, Impala, Kudu, Springbok, endangered wild dog, giraffe, zebra, warthog, cheetah, Caracal and many more.
- Madikwe Game Reserve is home to 66 large mammal species and 350 species of bird.
Activities & Facilities:
- Game drives
- Guided bushwalks
- Stargazing
- Birdwatching
- Swimming Pool
- Outdoor African Boma
- Bar & lounge
- Gym & spa
- Waterhole
- Adventure Safari Club
- Eco House
- Bush breakfasts
- Picnic lunches
Highlights:
- Luxury family friendly safari lodge
- Laid back atmosphere with a contemporary African design.
- 12 Luxury suites including 4 two-bedroom family suites.
- Each suite features private decks and plunge pools overlooking the reserve.
- Prime position overlooking a waterhole from the swimming pool and main lodge.
- Outstanding dinning experience the open-air African Boma.
- World class game drives in open 4×4’s.
Location:
Madikwe Game Reserve is located in the North Western Province of South Africa and lies on the South Africa/Botswana border.
Getting there:
- Madikwe airstrip is the closet airstrip.
- There are two daily scheduled return flights from Johannesburg to Madikwe Airstrip with Federal Airlines.
- Flight time: Johannesburg to Madikwe: 60 minutes
- Road transfers from Madikwe Airstrip to the lodge take approximately 15 – 30 minutes.
- The reserve is a 4 – 4.5-hour drive from Johannesburg.
Special offers:
- Enjoy one free night with our PAY 3 STAY 4 offer.
- Honeymoon offer includes 50% off the brides accommodation, min 3 night stay.
- Return guests receive 10% off their accommodation rate.
- Special offers are valid 10 January – 20 December.
- South African resident rates are bookable 30 days prior to arrival date only.
Child Policy:
- Lelapa Lodge welcomes children of all ages.
- Children 0 – 5 stay free of charge
- Children 6 – 15 years pay 50% of adult rate
Inclusions & Exclusions:
- Included: 2 x Game drives per day, guided bush walks, all meals, soft drinks, selected alcoholic beverages, and Madikwe airstrip transfers.
- Excluded: Premium branded drinks, conservation levies, commercial airport transfers, and anything of personal nature.
Seasons:
- Peak season: 20 Dec – 09 Jan
- High season: 10 – 19 December
Rates:
- The updated rates are displayed for each room category below.
- Rates are charged per person, per night.
- Single supplement of 50% applicable.
- Rates displayed are valid until 09 January 2026.
Accommodation Options
Each spacious suite features a private viewing deck with an exclusive use plunge pool. The en-suite units boast tasteful yet laid-back contemporary African designs with a classic tub Read more, indoor and outdoor showers, a lounge area, and cosy fireplace. Less
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Peak Season R 18,200 per person, per night
High Season R 15,200 per person, per night
Family suites are equipped to give every child a remarkable safari adventure. In addition to the main ensuite, lounge, deck, and plunge pool, the unit has an additional bedroom Read morewith bunk beds for the kids, stocked with toys and games. Less
Refer to T&C's above
Peak Season R 18,200 per person, per night
High Season R 15,200 per person, per night
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