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FACT SHEET 2012MADIKWE SAFARI LODGE
How to contact usLodge: Jeremy Clayton, General Manager; Tel: +27 18 350 9902, Email: [email protected] Reservations: More Hotels, Tel: +27 11 880 9992, Email: [email protected] Sales: Peter-John Scott, Sales Director, Tel: + 27 11 880 9992, Email: [email protected]
Website: www.madikwesafarilodge.co.za
Unique Selling PointsSituated in one of South Africa’s largest and malaria-free sanctuaries; rich biodiversity of mammals, such as Africa’s Big Five, cheetah, wild dog, brown and spotted hyena, oryx, eland, springbok & ostrich; excellent birdwatching with over 350 bird species; diverse geology and broad mix of habitats; exceptional �eld rangers; intimate accommodation with sweeping views over the game-�lled plains with the Dwarsberg range forming a purple-hued backdrop; unique area imbued in history – Mzilikazi, Dr David Livingstone, Sir Cornwallis Harris and Herman Charles Bosman; e�ortless road and air access; part of the family owned and operated collection of More Hotel properties.
Best Time To TravelAn all year round safari destination where the variation in experience is temperature related rather than safari as we do not have any migratory species. The best bird-watching period is from October to April.
LocationIn the central eastern region of the richly diverse and malaria-free 76 000-hectare (187 800 acre) Madikwe Game Reserve, North West Province, South Africa, bordering Botswana. The area is well known for providing the best game viewing within the Reserve, as well as having the lowest concentration of safari vehicles which makes for a superior game viewing experience. GPS: 24°43’.22.68” S / 26°23’.16.67” E
ActivitiesMorning and evening game drives in open safari vehicles; bush walks; bird watching; astronomy; ecology house & local community village tour; bush breakfasts and dinners; boma dinners; health spa; children’s activities .
Families On SafariChildren of all ages are welcome at Madikwe Safari Lodge’s Lelapa Lodge. There are many activities available for children including: Family safari drives, bush orientation, bug CSI, dung tracking, track pack with plaster of Paris, baking in the kitchen, making pizzas in the boma, star gazing, games night and much
per person adult rate. Unfortunately no game drives are allowed for children under the age of two years and children between
family safari drive. The family safari drive for children aged two
approximately two hours.
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www.madikwesafarilodge.co.za / Madikwe Safari Lodge Reservations: +27 11 880 9992, [email protected] Madikwe Game Reserve, North West Province, South Africa, +27 18 350 9902
Location
Oliver Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg
Lanseria Airport, Johannesburg
Sir Seretse Khama International Airport, Gaborone
Sun City
Kilometers
359 km
315 km
87 km
138 km
Travel Time
4h45 min
4h15 min
1h45 min
2 hours
Miles
224 miles
196 miles
55 miles
86 miles
Distance Table
Madikwe Safari’sTel: +27 11 315 6194Toll: 0861 11 29 84Email: [email protected]: www.madikwesafaris.com
Madikwe Safari’sTel: +27 11 315 6194 | Toll: 0861 11 29 84
Email: [email protected] | Website: www.madikwesafaris.com
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RatesRates include: Luxury accommodation, all meals, teas/co�ees, all local beverages (including soft drinks, local brand beers, spirits and house wines), two game drives daily, game drive refreshments and snacks, transfer to and from Madikwe airstrip, and speci�ed safari activities.
Rates exclude: Laundry; premium brand or imported beers, spirits, cellar wines and champagnes; cigars and cigarettes; mini bar; transfers not speci�ed; gratuities; telephone; curio shop purchases; spa treatments; Madikwe Game Reserve landing fees; Madikwe Game Reserve entrance/conservation fee; and activities not included.
Promotions (valid until April 2013 excludes 23rd Dec to 3rd January)Stay More - Stay 3 nights at Madikwe Safari Lodge and get the 4th night FREE. See More - If you book 3 nights at Madikwe Safari Lodge you receive 2 nights FREE at either of our sister Hotels in Cape Town (Cape Cadogan or More Quarters).
Discover More - Book 2 nights at the sister Lodges of Madikwe, Lion Sands or Tinga, together with 2 nights at Madikwe Safari Lodge and receive the third night FREE at Madikwe Safari Lodge.
* Terms and conditions apply.
Malaria Madikwe is situated in a region of South Africa where the malaria carrying mosquito (Anopheles) does not inhabit and the reserve and region is therefore classed as a malaria-free region.
Weather
and cool dry winters (May to August). Temperatures average
around 25°C (77°F) but can get very hot during heat waves in mid-summer and extremely cold at night in mid-winter.The region is classed as a semi-arid region, rainfall amounts to about 500 mm (19.5 inches) per year, with most of this falling in short, sharp thunderstorms in the late afternoons or night, between November and March. Mean average temperatures – Summer : 25°C (77°F) to 40°C (104°F); Winter : 3°C (38°F) to 23°C (73°F).
AccessFederal Air operates a daily �ight from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JIA) to Madikwe air�eld, departing at 12h00 and returning at 13h30. The air�eld is 10 minutes drive from the Lodge.
Gaborone, Botswana is 2 hours from Madikwe Safari Lodge. If you are either coming from or going on safari in Botswana, transfers can be arranged.
The driving time from Johannesburg is approximately 4 to 4.5 hours and there are two di�erent routes to consider.
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JIA) to Madikwe Safari Lodge via Abjaterskop Gate - Note : this route is recommended if you prefer to travel a shorter distance on a gravel road bearing in mind neither routing requires a 4x4 vehicle.
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JIA) to Madikwe Safari Lodge via Molatedi Gate (Sun City) - Note : this route is recommended if you do not mind travelling 50 kilometers/30 miles on a gravel road or if you are coming from or going to Sun City. This is a shorter route in distance, does not require a 4x4 vehicle and is more scenic.
Our reservations can send you detailed information on both �ight and self-drive access.
Suggested Dai ly Programme
Summer (Sept to April)
05h00
05h30
09h00
At leisure
13h00
16h00
16h30
19h30
Programme
Wake up Call
Tea/Co�ee and Game drive departs
Game drive returns, then breakfast / brunch is served
Bush walk or activities of personal preference
Lunch
High tea
Game drive departs
Game drive returns and dinner follows
Winter (May to August)
06h30
07h00
10h00
At leisure
13h00
15h00
15h30
18h30
www.madikwesafarilodge.co.za / Madikwe Safari Lodge Reservations: +27 11 880 9992, [email protected] Madikwe Game Reserve, North West Province, South Africa, +27 18 350 9902
Madikwe Safari’sTel: +27 11 315 6194 | Toll: 0861 11 29 84
Email: [email protected] | Website: www.madikwesafaris.com
Luxury accommodation, all meals, teas/co�ees, two game drives daily, game drive refreshments and snacks, transfer to and from Madikwe airstrip, and speci�ed safari activities.
All drinks, Laundry, cigars and cigarettes; mini bar; transfers not speci�ed; gratuities; telephone; curio shop purchases; spa treatments; Madikwe Game Reserve Aircraft landing fees; Madikwe Game Reserve entrance/conservation fee; and activities not included.
Easy Reference Table
ZAR150.00 per guest per day (50% Field Ranger, 30% Butler; 20% General Sta�)
4SuitesSize of SuitesGuestsChildrenChildren Rate Children on Safari Children ActivitiesBabysittingTriple Rooms (sleeper couch)Single Traveler Supplement Double bed convertible to twinTree HouseCentral Public PoolPrivate Plunge PoolAir-conditioningFireplaceRoom FansMosquito NetsOutdoor ShowerIndoor ShowersSeparate W.C.Wi-Fi FREESatellite TelevisionIn Room SafePersonal BarsTelephoneHairdryersLaundryConference FacilitiesSuitable for disabled guestsDistance between RoomsFlights
Landing FeesConservation/Entrance FeeHelipadGuests per safari vehiclePrivate 4x4 safari vehiclePrivate 4x4 safari vehicle rateLanguages of Field RangersGratuity Recommendation Kosher FoodAssociationsPowerCredit Cards
Dithaba Lodge4
110 m 2/1180 ft 2
8Yes (If booked exclusively)
< 5 FREE; 6 - 15 50% Yes (If booked exclusively)Yes (If booked exclusively)
Yes, extra cost2
50% supplementYes
Not AvailableNoYesYesYesYes
Not requiredYesYesYes
No (access at Lelapa Lodge)Yes (Public Area only)
YesYesYesYes
Yes, extra costNo dedicated room
No10-15 m (33-49 ft)
Yes (15 minutes)24º 44’ 0” S, 26º 24’ 0” E
8
None220v AC
Visa, MC, Diners, Amex
Kopano Lodge
100 m 2/1080 ft 2
8No
Not ApplicableNot ApplicableNot ApplicableNot Applicable
01 room with no supplement
YesNot Available
NoYesYesYesYes
Not requiredYesYesYes
No (access at Lelapa Lodge)Yes (Public Area only)
YesYesYesYes
Yes, extra costNo dedicated roomYes, with assistance10-15 m (33-49 ft)
Yes (15 minutes)24º 44’ 0” S, 26º 24’ 0” E
Yes, 24º 43’ 11.8” S, 26º 23’ 04.2” E8
Yes, subject to availabilityZAR4,950.00 per day
German, French, English, Afrikaans
Yes, with prior notice, extra costNone
220v ACVisa, MC, Diners, Amex
Lelapa Lodge12
100 m 2/1080 ft 2
24Yes (all ages)
< 5 FREE; 6 - 15 50% Yes ( < 5 / Family Safari; 6 > Normal Safari)
YesYes, extra cost
22 rooms with no supplement
YesNot Available
NoYesYesYesYes
Not requiredYesYesYes
Yes (Public Area only)Yes (Public Area only)
YesYesYesYes
Yes, extra costNo dedicated roomYes, with assistance10-15 m (33-49 ft)
Yes (10 minutes)24º 44’ 0” S, 26º 24’ 0” E
8
None
220v ACVisa, MC, Diners, Amex
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www.madikwesafarilodge.co.za / Madikwe Safari Lodge Reservations: +27 11 880 9992, [email protected] Madikwe Game Reserve, North West Province, South Africa, +27 18 350 9902
Yes, ZAR100.00 per guest *subject to change without prior notice
Daily (55 min from Oliver Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg)
Yes, ZAR150.00 per adult / ZAR60.00 per child <12 *subject to change without prior notice
Madikwe Safari’sTel: +27 11 315 6194 | Toll: 0861 11 29 84
Email: [email protected] | Website: www.madikwesafaris.com
