Madikwe Game Reserve is situated in the North West Province and is bordered by Botswana in the north, the Dwarsberg Mountains to the south, and the Marico river to the east. The diverse habitat in the reserve, from acacia savannah to riverine, ensures a unique combination of species, including wild dog, cheetah, lion, white and black rhino, buffalo and elephant. The birdlife is spectacular and it is also one of the few reserves in South Africa that is malaria free. With the inception of Operation Phoenix which began in 1993, more than 8,000 heads of game were brought into the park over a six year period. In 1996, predators were introduced in Madikwe, first cheetahs, wild dogs and hyenas, later also lions from the Etosha National Park (Namibia) and the neighbouring Pilanesberg National Park. 180 elephants came from the Gonarezhou Game Reserve in Zimbabwe which had been hit by a disastrous drought.
What's included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private tour
- Afternoon tea
- National Park fees
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Transport by private vehicle
- Professional guide
- 3 nights accommodation
- Driver/guide
- Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)
- All activities
What's Not Included
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Drinks
- Gratuities
Tour available in your selected language
Additional information
Specialized infant seats are available
Wheelchair accessible
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness