Motswiri
Safari Lodge
Situated on the western side of the 75 000-hectare Madikwe Game Reserve, Motswiri Safari Lodge offers an exclusive wildlife experience. With only five luxury suites and one family villa, guests are assured a personal safari getaway with attention to every detail. With magnificent views over the Big 5 game reserve, it is truly a place of harmony and serenity where nature is given the spotlight.
Nestled among Leadwood trees, the Motswiri Safari Lodge area comprises a separate lounge, dining room, and bar, each with its own roaring fireplace in the winter. The design is a celebration of the surrounding landscapes with high thatch ceilings and natural color palettes. The layout beautifully integrates organic elements with rustic and elegant accents.
The exterior features a rim-flow pool with a view of the active waterhole and a communal viewing deck where you can sip cocktails in the shade of ancient trees. Evening meals can be savoured in the boma around a roaring fire. Here, lanterns romantically light up the outdoor dining area while starlit skies shimmer up above.
Daily game drives at Motswiri Private Safari Lodgeafford guests the opportunity to learn about the extraordinary landscapes, their stories, and the wildlife that inhabit them. Expert rangers have a wealth of knowledge and go out of their way to ensure a remarkable up-close Big 5 game-viewing experience.
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Malaria
- Madikwe Game Reserve is malaria free area.
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
- Photographic safari
- Stargazing
- Birdwatching
- Swimming Pool
- Outdoor African Boma
- Bar & lounge
- Firepit
- Spa & gym
- Yoga classes
- Viewing deck
- Waterhole
Highlights
- Malaria Free Game Reserve
- World class big-5 game drives and wildlife sightings
- Night game drives, guided bush walks, and off-road game drives
- Luxury safari lodges & world renowned hospitality
- Multiple waterholes throughout the park.
- A diverse range of accommodation options catering for families, couples and large groups.
- All year round safari destination.
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.
Child Policy
- Motswiri Safari lodge welcomes children of all ages.
- Children younger than 5 years are not permitted on game drives.
- Children 5 – 14 years pay 50% of adult rate.
- The Family Villa has 3 bedrooms and sleeps up to 6 guests.
- Triples in a Bush Villa are available on request.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Included: 2 x Game drives per day, guided bush walks, all meals, soft drinks, selected alcoholic beverages, and private airstrip transfers.
- Excluded: Premium branded drinks, conservation levies, commercial airport transfers, and anything of personal nature.
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 31 December 2026.
Seasons
- Peak season: 01 November – 31 March
- High season:01 September – 31 October & 1 April – 30 April
- Low season: 01 November – 31 March
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