Royal Madikwe Luxury Safari Lodge

CEDARBERG RATING

Luxury

Overview

The 75,000 hectare Madikwe Game Reserve is testimony to a truly enlightened conservation plan which has created this exceptional wildlife reserve for the preservation of a unique wilderness area in a remote area of Southern Africa.

The Royal Madikwe is an intimate luxury safari lodge run by a close-knit, experienced team with a dynamic workplace culture based on participation and democratic decision-making. Situated in the western part of the reserve, Royal Madikwe can accommodating up to 18 guests in just 6 beautifully appointed suites. Each suite is slightly different. Three of the suites are for couples whilst the Royal Villa has two bedrooms and the Sovereign House has three bedrooms.

Our vision is to make a worthwhile difference in luxury eco-tourism, with an emphasis on health and education. Twenty percent of all profits generated through Royal Madikwe are re-invested into local community projects, inviting our guests to make a worthwhile difference, by simply having a superb holiday. Thus, an economic vehicle is created for the greater purpose of making a real difference as we reinvest into local community projects. We are passionately committed to responsible tourism practices and strive to combine tourism, environmental management and local economic development.

At A Glance

  • Swimming pool
  • Restaurants
  • Wifi on premises

Royal Madikwe Luxury Safari Lodge on the map

Rooms

The Sovereign House

Nestled in an ancient dolomite ridge alongside an abounding Elephant game path, this exquisite house gives way to endless views and wide open spaces with extensive outdoor lounging areas accentuated by the dappled shade of Marula trees.

The Sovereign House experience brings luxury, elegance and sophistication to life in a comfortable natural setting with blue grey undertones, deep chocolate accents and a warm rusty palette inspired by the dolomite rocks and iron rich soils of Madikwe Game Reserve.

Exclusive to just six guests, the Sovereign House boasts 3 spacious bedrooms with dreamy vistas and beautifully appointed en-suite bathrooms incorporating innate textures and subtle hues. Large open living areas create the perfect convergence for family fun with a cultured homely ambiance, while the loft style slow lounge provides solace for the younger generation. A selection of award winning wines find refuge in a sophisticated glass cellar adjacent to the modern kitchen, which looks out over the vast landscapes, giving the Sovereign House the ability to flaunt its appeal to all generations.

The seamless choice for a discerning multigenerational family retreat! The epitome of outdoor living encapsulated by spacious viewing decks adorned in an outdoor dining area, multiple lounging spaces and daybeds alongside the crystal clear plunge pool. Refresh under the open air rain shower whilst Zebra’s stroll by and end the perfect day around a blazing fire in your private boma under a starry night sky.

Awaken your soul to the allure of Africa and relish in the exclusivity of a private family safari experience in celebration of all that nature has to offer.

The Naledi Suite

A discovery of elegance and tranquillity set seamlessly alongside an ancient game path teeming with wildlife, the Naledi Suite embraces the earthy tones and organic textures of the breath-taking wilderness surroundings offering an intimate retreat for couples and friends alike; or booked in conjunction with The Sovereign House to create an exclusive family experience.

A thoughtful affinity of interior sophistication and the ageless natural beauty paints a picture of serene luxury with lavish furnishings draped in the finest linens and subtle splashes of colour to awaken your senses. This beautifully appointed one-bedroom suite encompasses all the creature comforts you need to delight in your African wonderland.

Under the dappled shade of a time old Blackthorn Tree, the comfortable alfresco lounge creates a restful space to retreat to between safaris, while the plush sun loungers on your private terrace lure you in to soak up the African sunshine aside your crystal-clear, naturally heated plunge pool.

Quieten your mind to the sound of nature and revel in her soft melody…

The Korone Suite

A translation of ageless beauty in a seamless fusion of wilderness and earthborn novelties. The Korone Suites’ charm lies in its’ graceful luxury, extrinsic restful spaces and the resonating clipitty clop of playful hooves treading over the ridge on route to the Royal waterhole.

This beautifully appointed one-bedroom suite embraces subtle touches of colour to lift your mood while the grey undertones and natural elements create a tranquil space where you feel comfortable and at home in amongst the plush sitting areas all overlooking the abounding ancient game path beyond your spacious private terrace boasting a naturally heated plunge pool and lavish sun loungers.

Rejuvenate under the open-air rain shower and immerse yourself in nature. Rest, retreat, relax and quieten your mind to the outside world…

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