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

Spend two nights at Impodimo Game Lodge in Madikwe, with open-sided 4x4 game drives through Big 5 habitat also home to wild dogs and cheetahs.

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Duration
3 days
3 stops
Stays
1 stay
Matched to published ALE properties
Guide price
From US$1,930
per person
Best for
Luxury tour
Shared tour

The journey

Journey overview

This 3-day Impodimo Game Lodge safari tour offers an extraordinary adventure in Madikwe Game Reserve. Starting with a pick-up at O.R. Tambo International Airport, you'll enjoy thrilling game drives, intimate wildlife encounters, and relaxation at a stunning lodge with panoramic views. The lodge features a rock pool, library, and spa treatments. Explore 75,000 hectares of diverse habitats, home to the Big 5, African wild dogs, cheetahs, hyenas, and more, guided by expert rangers and trackers.

  • Activities: game drives
  • Game drives: open-sided 4x4 vehicle
  • Getting around: minivan International flights can be arranged A transfer from and back to the airport is included
  • Luxury tour
  • Shared tour
  • Can start any day
  • Can be customized
  • Suitable for single travelers
  • Minimum age of 6 years

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Listing last checked on 28 Aug 2026

Journey route

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01Day 1

Day 1

Arrival and Sunset Game Drive

Your driver will fetch you from your preferred address in Johannesburg or Pretoria and then travel through to Madikwe at approximately 07:00. Arrive at the Impodimo Game Lodge, where you will be welcomed with refreshments and a briefing about your upcoming safari adventure. In the late afternoon, depart on your first game drive with your professional ranger and tracker. Explore the reserve as the sun sets, and hopefully witness some nocturnal wildlife. Return to the lodge for a delicious dinner and an evening of relaxation.
  • Luxury lodge located inside Madikwe GR
  • Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
  • Drinks not included
02Day 2

Day 2

Morning and Afternoon Game Drive

Rise early to the sounds of the African bush and enjoy a hearty breakfast before heading out on your morning game drive. Experience the thrill of tracking wildlife in the early hours, guided by the expertise of your ranger and tracker. Return to the lodge for lunch and some leisure time. Relax by the pool, enjoy a spa treatment, or appreciate the view from your private deck. In the late afternoon, go on another game drive, exploring different sceneries and encountering diverse wildlife. As the day ends, enjoy a sundowner in the bush before heading back for dinner.
  • Luxury lodge located inside Madikwe GR
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)
03Day 3

Day 3

Morning Game Drive and Departure

Your final day begins with an early morning game drive, offering one last opportunity to experience the magic of the Madikwe Game Reserve. After the drive, return to the lodge for breakfast and some time to pack and unwind. Bid farewell to the Impodimo Game Lodge. Your driver will drop you off at your preferred location in Johannesburg or Pretoria.
  • Breakfast & dinner (Lunch 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$1,930

per person

Guide price

US$1,656 per person

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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

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Experiences on this journey

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