At the edge of the Marico River and under a grove of Tamboti and Marula trees alike, you will find yourself enchanted by a world of intrigue and majestic beauty.

Madikwe Hills is where the plains still team with game and the acacia savannah symbolizes a paragon of beauty.

Black rhino roam freely amongst the Big 5. Giraffe gallop across the plains at sunset and zebra call out to one another in the early hours of the morning, after enduring a night of the “savage beast” upon the plains – lion.

After a mere 45 minute flight from Gauteng, or a scenic four hour drive, you will be met by our warm and friendly staff in the main reception area.

It is here where you can select gifts for your friends and family back home from our curio shop, which boasts a breath-taking view of the boulders and rocks of Madikwe Hills – open landrovers with bucket seats and fold-down armrests stand ready to take you on safari.

Your knowledgeable ranger with his friendly disposition, will ensure that your experiences are not but a “whisper on the winds of a timeless eternity”.

For the energetic Madikwe Hills offers a fully equipped gym and health spa. For the businessman…. Internet connection! Children of all ages are most welcome and are accommodated with their own game activities and where needed, Nannies can be arranged to baby sit.

A library full of verse and history awaits those yearning for knowledge of the African continent. Fables of Scorpio and Orion may be told by your ranger of Greek mythology, whilst dining in a rustic boma where dramatic and exotic flames dance to the uneven beat of life’s drum.

Perhaps you will discover the navigational skills of the Southern Cross before dining in the sophistication of silverware. Breakfast on the deck is an absolute must!

Rooms
The luxurious suites are ingeniously placed amongst the boulders. The unusual, yet subtle décor integrates natural elements with colours highlighting Africa’s ambiance.

Your suite has been designed for complete relaxation and comfort, each boasting soft sofas, voluptuous mosquito netting and cotton picot linen.

Overhead fans and air-conditioning are a welcome respite from the harshness of the African heat.

Salute the timelessness of Africa with a gin & tonic from your fully stocked mini bar.

Little Madikwe:
The ultimate in luxury and privacy, Little Madikwe Hills boasts a 2-bedroom Presidential Suite with its own private Landover and game ranger, as well as a personal butler to take care of your every need! A well-stocked wine cellar, gourmet kitchen and entertainment centre complete the picture.

Two additional standard suites can also be reserved to form a completely private camp, which accommodates up to 8 guests.

How to get there
Directions from Johannesburg International Airport via Zeerust
* From the airport, take the R24. Continue with the interchange where it joins the N3 – follow the Pretoria signs. Keep straight on this highway – do not turn right onto the N1 to Pretoria.
* Follow the N1 South Roodepoort “Concrete Highway” or Western Bypass heading South, and take the M8 off-ramp signposted “14th Avenue” and then follow M47/N14 signs.
* At Tarlton, where the N14 intersects with the R24 at a 4-way stop, turn right taking the R24 signposted “Rustenburg,” which goes to Magaliesburg.
* On the way out of Magaliesburg, fork left and take the R509 signposted “Derby/Koster” and follow the R509 all the way to Swartruggens. (Please note that it is necessary to turn right in Koster: the signpost “R509 Swartruggens” is on the right hand side of the road in the middle of Koster).
* At the T-junction just before Swartruggens, turn left onto the N4 signposted “Swartruggens” and then “Zeerust”.
* In Zeerust, turn right at the third stop street into President street, following the signpost “R47 Gaborone/Madikwe Game Reserve”. (The First National Bank is on the corner where the signpost is).
* Follow the R49 (this used to be the R505 north towards Gaborone for 85km and look out for the Abjaterskop Gate into Madikwe which is on your right hand side. It is clearly signposted.
* The above route is tarmac all the way. Allow at least 3 – 4 hours traveling time from Johannesburg to the gate. Follow directions below from Abjaterskop Gate to the lodge.

Gates open at 06h00 & closes at 21h00.

Clothing & Accessories
* Comfortable walking shoes
* Sun hat
* Sunglasses
* Sun block
* Cameras and binoculars
* Light, neutral coloured clothing
* Swimming costume
* Warm jackets are essential in winter (May -October)