At a glance
- Riverside Thatched Chalets
- Evening Fireside Dining
- Malaria-Free Area
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Hotel information

Great cuisine with a bush theme is a feature of Madikwe River Lodge, with the traditional fireside dinner being one of the highlights. Professional and friendly staff ensure the best in quality and service at this charming African hideaway in a reserve, free from malaria.
The Lodge has a split-level lounge opening onto a wooden viewing deck overlooking the Marico River. The cosy bar is warmed by a roaring fire during the cool winter nights, while the days are generally bright and sunny enough for a dip in the pool.
Great cuisine with a bush theme is a feature of Madikwe River Lodge, with the traditional fireside dinner being one of the highlights. The Lodge has a split-level lounge opening onto a wooden viewing deck overlooking the Marico River. The cosy bar is warmed by a roaring fire during the cool winter nights, while the days are generally bright and sunny enough for a dip in the pool. Offering excellent value for money, the lodge situated within the Madikwe Game Reserve, home to the Big Five as well as cheetah, wild dog, cheetah, hippo and crocodile. Professional and friendly staff ensure the best in quality and service at this charming African hideaway, and it caters perfectly for families with private game drives for the children and personalised meals!
Where is it?
Situated in Madikwe Game Reserve, approx a 4-hour drive from Johannesburg and 1 hour 30 min from Sun City. The Lodge also has its own airstrip on site.
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Facilities
Swimming pool, rock pool, lounge/dining area, bar, viewing deck overlooking the river, thatched boma for fireside dining, daytime and evening game drives and walking safaris.
Room info
16 luxury thatched chalets, all with private wooden viewing deck overlooking the river, heating/air-conditioning, lounge area, telephone, mini-bar and fridge. Rooms sleep max 2 adults and 2 children.
Additional information
Your stay at Madikwe River Lodge includes 2 game drives per day.