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3-Day Luxury Safari in South Africa’s Madikwe Game Reserve

Spend two nights at Rhulani Safari Lodge in Madikwe Game Reserve, with open-sided 4x4 game drives and roundtrip Johannesburg airport transfers included.

Duration
3 days
3 stops
Stays
1 stay
Matched to published ALE properties
Guide price
From US$2,194
per person
Best for
Luxury tour
Shared tour

The journey

Journey overview

Embark on an unforgettable journey filled with adventure and discovery as you explore the array of activities included in the 3-day Madikwe safari. Enjoy one of the best malaria-free game reserves in South Africa, near the Botswana border. Get closer to the Big Five during this awesome safari.

  • Activities: game drives
  • Game drives: open-sided 4x4 vehicle
  • Getting around: open-sided 4x4 vehicle & minivan We can help select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself A transfer from and back to the airport is included
  • Luxury tour
  • Shared tour
  • Can start any day
  • Cannot be customized
  • Not for single travelers
  • Minimum age of 18 years

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Listing last checked on 28 Aug 2026

Journey route

Route

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Day by day

The complete itinerary.

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01Day 1

Day 1

Travel from Johannesburg to Madikwe and Afternoon Safari

At 7:00am, you will be picked up from your accommodation. Upon arrival, you will be welcomed by the friendly staff at your luxury pre-booked accommodation. After a long drive, you can relax by the pool and enjoy the serene surroundings while waiting for your afternoon safari. There will be a 3-hour safari in the afternoon starting at around 4:30pm after enjoying high tea. The safari will be conducted on an open safari vehicle, guided by qualified rangers on open-land cruisers. You will experience the breathtaking sunset scenery only found in Madikwe Game Reserve. The safari will include visits to various waterholes that animals frequent in the evening, ensuring you won't miss any wildlife. Later, you will head back to your accommodation and enjoy dinner under the African sky.
  • Luxury lodge located inside Madikwe GR
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)
02Day 2

Day 2

Morning and Afternoon Safari in Madikwe

Morning 3-hour safari Pick-up time: 05:00 am We will set out at the crack of dawn for an exciting wildlife adventure in search of Africa's Big Five and other wild creatures such as cheetahs, spotted hyenas, and African wild dogs. The soft light of the sunrise will provide the perfect backdrop for capturing stunning photos. After the morning safari, we will return to the lodge for a satisfying breakfast or brunch, followed by some leisure time by the pool or exploring the lodge's facilities. Afternoon 3-hour safari You will have the opportunity to explore the wilderness in an open safari vehicle with expert rangers. The afternoon safari is ideal for spotting wildlife, especially during sunset when animals tend to be more active. You will experience breathtaking views of the African skies and the thrill of seeing nocturnal animals in their natural habitat.
  • Luxury lodge located inside Madikwe GR
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)
03Day 3

Day 3

Morning Safari and Return to Johannesburg

We will wake up at 5:30am and embark on an open vehicle to search for the cats returning from their hunting mission or the hyenas looking for something to scavenge. We will have breakfast in the wild for the last time and then prepare for our journey back to the city with our cameras filled with photos and memories of the Big Five. The pick-up time will depend on the flight departure or when you must be in Johannesburg.
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

Stays

Where you will stay

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What’s included

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Included in this journey

  1. Park fees (For non-residents)
  2. All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
  3. All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
  4. A professional driver/guide
  5. All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
  6. All Taxes/VAT
  7. Roundtrip airport transfer
  8. Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
  9. Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Not included

  • International flights (From/to home)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
  • Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
  • Some meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)

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From

US$2,194

per person

Guide price

US$2,194 per person

Package prices appear only where published and are reconfirmed for your dates and party before booking.

Before you plan

What is fixed, and what we confirm.

Best for

Luxury tour

Shared tour

Journey pace

1 stay

2 nights across 3 days, following the source itinerary.

Rooms

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Source freshness

28 Aug 2026

Rates, timing and lodge availability are checked again for your dates.

Experiences on this journey

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