• Motswiri

    Private Safari Lodge
  • Motswiri

    Private Safari Lodge
  • Motswiri

    Private Safari Lodge
  • Motswiri

    Private Safari Lodge
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Motswiri Private Safari Lodge | Madikwe

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Motswiri Private Safari Lodge lies in the heart of Madikwe Game Reserve’s western section, tucked away under a grove of ancient Leadwood trees for which Motswiri is named. This remote luxury Lodge offers guests the opportunity to enjoy an exclusive African safari experience with some of the best views in game-rich Madikwe.

Family-friendly Motswiri can sleep a maximum of 16 guests in five beautiful thatched Bush Villas and one deluxe Family Villa. The five stylishly-appointed Bush Villas are positioned around the Lodge swimming pool overlooking an active waterhole.

Each spacious Bush Villa boasts a bedroom with a double-sided gas fireplace, en-suite bathroom with opulent corner bath, toilet, and double basins, an outdoor rock shower, air-conditioning, ceiling fans, and elevated wooden verandah.

The Villa suites classic Afro-chic décor, earthy textures, neutral tones, as well as the large sliding glass doors and windows work to enhance the feeling of sheer tranquility provided by this bushveld paradise.

The secluded Family Villa is set some distance from the Lodge’s main building to ensure guests can enjoy the magical scenery of this wilderness hideaway in complete privacy.

The Family Villa can accommodate up to six guests in three air-conditioned bedrooms making it ideal for families and intimate group breakaways. Each bedroom has air- conditioning and an en-suite bathroom with outdoor showers. Additional facilities include a generous sitting area leading onto a raised viewing deck with plunge pool and Boma.

The exquisitely decorated main Lodge building features a separate lounge, a dining area, plus a welcoming bar, each with a cosy fireplace where you can keep the chill at  bay on winter evenings. The shade of the communal rim-flow swimming pool is the perfect spot from which to take in the never-ending parade of resident game making their way to and from the waterhole.

In keeping with its world-class hospitality and attentive service, Motswiri’s cuisine is every bit as delightful as the majestic natural surroundings. Meals are served in the Lodge dining area, al fresco under the canopy of Leadwoods or fireside in the traditional Boma on warm summer nights.

And because a trip to Madikwe is all about the unforgettable wildlife encounters, Motswiri Private Safari Lodge affords guests every chance to discover the incredible biodiversity of this magnificent Big Five Game Reserve.

Activities include sunrise and sunset game drives in open 4X4 vehicles, exceptional bird watching, and bush walks conducted by knowledgeable guides. 

Motswiri Private Safari Lodge is available on a sole-use basis making it a superb choice of destinations for elite corporate getaways or an unforgettable bushveld breakaway with friends and family.

* Motswiri is the Tswana name for the Leadwood tree

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Rates inclusive of 15% VAT • South African Rand • Subject to Availability  
FULL BOARD  
5 Bush Villa 1 Jan '24
to 31 Dec
'24
Per Person Per Night Sharing R7 860
Per Person Single R11 790
Children 5-14 years sharing R3 930

Luxury Bush Villa

Motswiri luxurious accommodation, consist of the 5 Luxury Bush Villas and a private Luxury Family Villa. Our spacious Luxury Bush Villas each boasts large bedrooms, private deck with stunning views, en-suite bathrooms with large corner baths, private toilet, double basins and a private outside shower. Add the double-sided gas fire places, air-conditioning/ceiling fans and coffee stations and you have a bush experience second to none.
Max Guests: 2  (Max  2 adults )

Luxury Family Villa

Our Luxury Family Villa offer three rooms each with their own air-conditioning, private en-suite bathrooms and outside showers. Further to this the Family Villa offers guest a private lounge area leading out onto a private deck and plunge pool.
Max Guests: 6  (Max  6 adults )

Children:

  • 0 - 4 years stay free, 
  • 5 - 14 years pay 50% of the sharing rate

 

The exquisitely appointed main lodge offers separate lounge, dining and lounge bar facilities – each with its own roaring fireplace in winter. At the main area of the lodge enjoy the rim-flow pool overlooking the active waterhole, have a cocktail under the shade of the Motswiri trees (Leadwood in Tswana) on the main deck or just while away the day in the outside lounge and bar area. Fine cuisine is served in the dining room, under the Leadwood or around a roaring fire in the boma. Our staff offer personal service in a relaxed but professional manner.

DIRECTIONS TO MOTSWIRI PRIVATE SAFARI LODGE

  • From Johannesburg International Airport now O.R. TAMBO AIRPORT – Take R21 to Pretoria.
  • Head north on the N1 towards the N4 Toll Road
  • Take the N4 Toll road north west towards Rustenburg, Swartruggens, Groot Marico and Zeerust
  • Once in Zeerust turn right at the fourth stop street into President Street. There is a signpost on the left that says “ Madikwe Game Reserve/Gaborone” and a First National Bank on the corner to the right
  • Follow the R49 towards the reserve for approximately 97km
  • The first entrance to the reserve is Abjaterskop gate
  • Pass that gate and enter at the next gate – Wonderboom Gate exactly 7km from the first gate

Contact details for the lodge:
083 679 4479 & 082 883 8274

MADIKWE AIR SHUTTLE SERVICE

Our service in a nutshell: We offer a world-class executive air shuttle service from Johannesburg to Madikwe. Departing daily from the Federal Air Executive Lounge at OR Tambo International, the service is operated mainly with Cessna Grand Caravan Aircraft. All flights are undertaken by professional and highly experienced crew.
Passengers can be personally met from incoming domestic or international flights by one of our professional guest relations team members. Alternatively, passengers can meet at the Federal Air Guest Welcome Booth located on ground level in the Multi-storey parkade and car rental hall or directly at the executive lounge.

Complimentary bar service, tea, coffee, as well as shower facilities are available at the executive lounge. Madikwe Air also offers complimentary on-site excess bag storage and secure open parking.

There is a direct on-line flight booking system available to the lodges.

Flight bookings do close 7 days prior to a flight.

When you make your reservation you can enquire about this service and we will make bookings on your behalf.

Twice daily game drives/safaris are conducted by our rangers whose superb bush knowledge is imparted in the manner best suited to the bush knowledge of the guests on the specially designed landcruiser game viewing vehicle. Traversing on the full 75000 hectares the Madikwe Game Reserve has become known to offer some the best game viewing in South Africa. Experience excellent general game, stunning bird life and regular sighting of the sought after “Big 5” – Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Buffalo, Black and White Rhino.

TARIFFS INCLUDES:

  • Luxury accommodation
  • Two game drives per day in our open game viewers with a highly qualified game ranger, selected drinks included in the game drives
  • All meals daily (excluding Kosher meals)
  • Welcome drinks, tea and coffee at meals
  • Complimentary road transfer from the Madikwe Western Airstrip to the Lodge
  • Please note that children under 5 years are not able to go on game drives for safety reasons.
  • Kindly note that we do not offer any babysitting services.

TARIFFS EXCLUDES:

  • All beverages other than stated in what is included
  • Specialised Coffees
  • Gate entry or fly-in fees
  • Airstrip landing fees
  • Conservation levies
  • Any other items of personal nature

ADDITIONAL EXTRAS TO BE ARRANGED ON REQUEST:

  • Lodge transfers
  • Additional activities
  • Wellness treatments
  • Curio shop purchases
  • Laundry services

FACILITIES:

  • Bar
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Pool loungers with pool towels
  • Sunset deck
  • Waterhole
  • Free Wi-Fi in public areas
  • Free Wi-Fi in all Luxury Bush Villas and Luxury Family Villa
  • Free secure and accessible parking on site
  • In-room safe
  • Air-conditioned & non-smoking rooms
  • In-room heating facilities


CHILDREN:

  • Children of all ages are welcome at our lodge
  • Children younger than 5 years are not permitted on game drives
  • Children sharing room with parents pay 50%
  • Children in own room are charged full price
  • Child policy applies to children between the ages of 5 to 14 years
  • No charge for children 0 to 4 years

LUXURY FAMILY VILLA BOOKINGS:

  • Our Luxury Family Villa has a minimum occupancy is 4 adults and a maximum of 6 adults for this unit which means that the minimum paying rate for the family villa would be for 4 adults. Should there be less than 4 adults, this will be calculated on a minimum of 4 adult paying rate

TOUR GUIDES:

  • Tour Guides can be accommodated subject to availability (may only be confirmed last minute)
  • Guides are not guaranteed game drives

DEPOSIT POLICY

  • For all bookings made within 30 days of travel
  • Full payment Is required within 48 hours of your booking.
  • For all bookings made more than 30 days of travel
  • A 50% deposit Is required within 48 hours of your booking and the balance 30 days prior to arrival.
  • Payment can be made via bank transfer, credit card (Master/Visa) or bitcoin.

CANCELLATIONS:

  • Four weeks before arrival - 75% of full amount
  • Two weeks before arrival - 100% of full amount
  • Please note that should you not be able to arrive at the lodge we will not be held liable for any refunds. Our full cancellation policy will apply to your booking.

ARRIVAL / DEPARTURE:

  • Check in is at 14h00
  • Check out is at 11h00

FLIGHT/AIR TRANSFERS

  • Daily scheduled FEDERAL AIR flights from O.R. Tambo Airport (JIA) to Madikwe Western airstrip
  • Private charters are available on request
  • Road transfers available on request

GATE ENTRANCE:

  • Gates open @ 06h00 & closes @ 18h00.

Need Assistance ?

South Africa+27 14 004 0056 / 014 004 0056

Business Hours

Mon – Fri: (09:00 - 17:00)
Sat: (09:00 - 13:00)
Time Zone UTC/GMT +2 hours

E-mail: safaris@madikwe.net

 
       

What sets us Apart!

MALARIA FREE
Ideal for family or small groups
Rich biodiversity of game
Large elephant population
Over 350 bird species
Effortless road and air access

Why Book With Us?

Personal inter-action
Lodges with high standards
Stay in control of your booking
Most special deals by far
Secure payment process (SSL)
South African based
Superior knowledge
Expert advice
No booking fees

Best time to visit

The best time to visit malaria free Madikwe Game Reserve is during March and November, when temperatures are lower.

Entry Fees

Once-off payment
Paid directly by clients
Rebuilding and Recovery levy
  - R115
pppn (optional)
Gate Entry Fees
  - R200
 per Adults per STAY
  - R100  per Child  (3-8 yrs)
Conservation Levy for International Guests
  -  R450 per Adults per DAY
  -  R225 per Child  (2-12 yrs)
 -  Free under 2 years
 Conservation Levy for South African Resident Guests
  -  R225 per Adults per DAY
  -  R115 per Child  (2-12 yrs)
  -  Free under 2 years
• Bed Levy
  - ZAR 10 pppn from age 1 year old    
SUBJECT to change without notice,
Guests GCC are payable at the lodges and
will be added to guests' bills
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Once-off payment
• Paid directly by clients
Flight Landing Fee
  - R280 per person per stay from age 10 years old
  - R180 per Child (3-9 yrs)  
SUBJECT to change without notice
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