Jamala Madikwe
Wherever you are at Jamala Madikwe, you'll have front-row seats to all the action at the expansive and highly-frequented waterhole that stretches the length of the lodge. In Madikwe's eastern section, Jamala offers a luxuriant safari experience in exquisite surrounds.
Highlights
- Expansive decks overlooking an active waterhole
- Five freestanding villas provide exclusive privacy
- Each villa has its own viewing deck, plunge pool, outdoor shower and sala
- Jamala Madikwe may be reserved, exclusive use for groups of up to 10
- Game-viewing watch tower and lounge
- Game drives in open safari vehicles with expert guides
- Well-positioned in a game-rich area of Madikwe
- Onsite gym and treatment spa
Pampered luxury, elegant surroundings and incredible attention to detail and personal comfort greet you at Jamala Madikwe
Five Exclusive Villas
Beautifully appointed, all of Jamala Madikwe's five villas offer incredible views out over the surrounding bush and active waterhole. Each has an antique four-poster bed with mosquito netting and glass-fronted bedrooms to ensure you never miss a game sighting. Each air-conditioned unit has its own fireplace, complimentary minibar and coffee/tea facilities, private rim-flow pool and sala and outdoor shower.
It is possible to reserve the entire lodge exclusively for groups of up to 10 people with personalised game drives for an exclusive safari experience.
Luxurious Main Area
The main guest area has an expansive deck, a lounge and a library with a fireplace. Gourmet dining is provided either in the boma or star deck. There's a watchtower lounge overlooking the waterhole and expansive African savannah below, as well as an onsite gym and lovely spa treatment room with its own pool. Complimentary WiFi is provided at the main lodge.
Excellent Game Viewing
Besides all the game viewing you can do from almost any area of the lodge which looks down over a very active waterhole, there are twice-daily game drives conducted in open safari vehicles by very knowledgeable, passionate guides. Traversing areas include many various landscapes and vegetation which attract a wide variety of game and a wealth of birdlife.
Getting there
By air - Scheduled flights depart daily from OR Tambo International (approx. one hour). Helicopter and private charter flights are also available.
By road - Jamala Madikwe is approximately a four-hour drive from Johannesburg/Pretoria. Private transfers and chauffeur-driven vehicles can be arranged.
Our Take on Jamala Madikwe
Jamala Madikwe is beautiful from top-to-toe. Every comfort and luxury has been thought of. Game viewing is fantastic from any corner of the lodge itself – from any of the decks of the main area or your own private villa, or the very comfortable 'watch tower' that provides enviable views out over the waterhole and surrounding bushveld. Wonderful hospitality, award-winning cuisine and superb luxury make Jamala Madikwe well-deserving of its 5-star status.
Includes
- Complimentary welcome drinks
- Accommodation
- All meals prepared by award-winning chef
- All local drinks, including a personal selection of house wines, teas, coffees and soft drinks
- Early morning and evening game drives
- All transfers to and from the lodge and the landing strip
Excludes
- Park entry fees (by road or flight)
- Laundry
- Spa treatments
- All imported champagnes
- Purchases from curio shop
- Gratuities
- Items of a personal nature
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