Lodge Highlights
- Enjoy the rich biodiversity of mammals, including the Big Five, as well as excellent birdwatching
- Become a part of the “family”, thanks to the warm hospitality and sublime comfort
- Cool off in the suite’s private plunge pool, or warm up next to the wood burning fireplace
- Experience a morning or evening game drive in a comfortable open safari vehicle
- Enjoy intimate accommodation with sweeping views over the game-filled plains with the Dwarsberg range forming a purple-hued backdrop
Lodge Overview
Lelapa literally means ‘family’, and this is exactly how guests should feel – there is no restriction in terms of age or generation. Guests can expect warm hospitality, sublime comfort and a compelling charm which will make them want to stay forever. The Madikwe Lelapa Lodge is situated in one of South Africa’s largest and malaria-free sanctuaries. Each of the 12 Suites is spacious, comfortable and ever respectful of the natural environment beyond. Indoor and outdoor showers, private plunge pool and wood- burning fireplace are just some of the added creature comforts to enhance Mother Nature’s subtle signature. The lodge also offers a rich biodiversity of mammals, such as Africa’s Big Five, cheetah, wild dog, brown and spotted hyena, oryx, eland, springbok and ostrich. There are also excellent bird watching opportunities with over 350 bird species, diverse geology and broad mix of habitats, exceptional field rangers,and intimate accommodation with sweeping views over the game-filled plains with the Dwarsberg range forming a purple-hued backdrop.
Inclusions
Trip Type:
This Yampu recommended trip add-on may only be booked in conjunction with any of our personalized trips. Your Yampu Tour Consultant will design an itinerary for you according to your available dates, interests and type of hotels. This is your trip and we will work on making it perfect!
Madikwe Game Reserve, Zeerust, North West, South Africa
Places You'll See
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Madikwe Game Reserve
Madikwe Game Reserve is one of South Africa’s largest wildlife reserve, is regarded as one of the best national reserves, and is home to an assortment of natural occurring wildlife. Once sparse farmland, this reserve is now occupied by many native animals including big cats, rhinos, elephants and so much more.