3-Day Big Five Madikwe Safari from Johannesburg

5.0 (3 reviews) Pretoria, South Africa
Duration3 days
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers
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Overview

Enjoy a 3-day Madikwe safari from Johannesburg in the malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve, near the Botswana border. This all-inclusive experience features expertly guided Big Five game drives, stunning sunsets, comfortable lodge accommodation, and all meals included—ideal for travellers seeking excellent wildlife viewing and a relaxed safari escape.

What's included

  • • Return transfer to Johannesburg.
  • • Conservation fees
  • • 2x Morning Game drive
  • • 2x Afternoon game drive
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • • Selected local drinks.
  • • 2 nights’ Accommodation
  • • Extra activities not mentioned
  • • Gratuities( optional)
  • • All premium rated wines, spirits and imported champagnes, cigars & cigarettes
  • • Massages, bushwalks, laundry, curios, excursions, private vehicle

What to expect

Day 1: Day 1 – Travel from Johannesburg to Madikwe Game reserve
  1. Madikwe Game Reserve
    10h
    Upon arrival you will be welcomed by the friendly staff at your luxury pre-booked accommodation. After a long drive you will get to relax by the pool and enjoy the calm wild while waiting for your Afternoon safari.

    Afternoon 3-hour safari
    At around 16:30 p.m., after the high tea, we will start our afternoon safari on an open safari vehicle, guided by qualified rangers on open-land cruisers. Giving you the best sunset scenery only found in Madikwe Game Reserve. We will visit various waterholes that these animals frequent in the evening, and surely, we will not miss animals here. and later we head back to our accommodation and enjoy dinner under the African sky.
Day 2: Day 2 – Morning & Afternoon safari
  1. Madikwe Game Reserve
    10h
    Morning 3-hour safari
    Pick up time: 05:00 am
    We will wake up at the crack of dawn and go on an exciting wild adventure in search of Africa’s Big Five as well as other wild creatures, including cheetahs, spotted hyenas, and African wild dogs. The sunrise, with its soft light over the horizon, will give you the perfect setting for capturing amazing photos. After the astounding morning, we will return to the lodge for a satisfying breakfast or brunch, followed by some relaxation time by the pool or exploring the lodge's facilities.

    Afternoon 3-hour safari
    You will get to explore the wilderness in an open safari vehicle with expert rangers. The afternoon safari is great for spotting wildlife, especially during sunset when animals tend to be more active. You will get to experience breathtaking views of the African skies and the thrill of seeing nocturnal animals in their natural habitat.
Day 3: Day 3 - Morning safari – travelling back to Johannesburg.
  1. Madikwe Game Reserve
    10h
    Morning 3-hour safari
    We will wake up at 5:30 am on an Open Vehicle and go looking for the cats returning from their hunting mission or the hyenas looking for something to scavenge on. We will have breakfast in the wild for the last time and prepare for our journey back to the city with our cameras full of all the big 5s photos and memories captured for a lifetime. Pick up time will depend on the flight departure / what time you need to be in Johannesburg.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We pick from Johannesburg Airport, Lanseria Airport and all Johannesburg Accommodation Places

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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