Makanyane Safari Lodge

An exclusive safari lodge, Makanyane Safari Lodge offers just eight luxurious suites hidden in the lush riverside forest on the bank of the Marico River. Spectacular glass-walled bedrooms offer uninterrupted views of the surrounding forest and the river. In the main lodge area there is a lounge, dining room, library, den, curio shop, swimming pool, boma, wine cellar, sleep out Hide, gym and spa.

An exclusive safari lodge, Makanyane Safari Lodge offers just eight luxurious suites hidden in the lush riverside forest on the bank of the Marico River. Spectacular glass-walled bedrooms offer uninterrupted views of the surrounding forest and the river. In the main lodge area there is a lounge, dining room, library, den, curio shop, swimming pool, boma, wine cellar, sleep out Hide, gym and spa.

A stay here offers unforgettable wildlife experiences, exquisite accommodation and cuisine as well as outstanding personal service. Guests will experience game drives in open 4X4 vehicles with professional rangers offering the thrill of memorable encounters with the Big 5, together with bush walks, tracking safaris and star view sleep outs. Children under 12 years are welcome at certain times of the year.

Makanyane Safari Lodge was designed by a team of award winning architects to effortlessly blend with the surrounding bush. The relaxed yet luxurious interiors complement the design perfectly, tastefully enhancing the atmosphere of comfort in this idyllic environment.

The lodge consists of a beautiful main building and eight stunning suites, which lie hidden in the lush forest, offering spectacular views over the tranquil Marico River. Situated on 1,800 hectares of private ground within the 75,000 hectare Madikwe Game Reserve, the lodge has accommodation for a maximum of sixteen guests, ensuring that each guest has privacy and individual attention.

Day 1: Johannesburg Airport - Madikwe Game Reserve

On arrival at Madikwe Game Reserve airstrip you will be met and transferred by road to Makanyane Safari Lodge. Dinner and overnight Makanyane Safari Lodge. (LD)

Day 2: Madikwe Game Reserve

Full day of game activities as outlined below in the game reserve with all meals. Game drive times are flexible, with the drives going out at a time chosen by the guests. Spontaneous drives may also go out in response to animal activity near the lodge. If lions roar near the camp during dinner, expect an invitation from your ranger to go out into the night in search of them. A maximum of eight people in the vehicle ensure that you receive the ranger's individual attention and enjoy an unforgettable experience. The afternoon drive, after a brief stop to enjoy a sunset drink, continues into the night, a shielded spotlight revealing the nocturnal wildlife of the bush. To get even closer to your surroundings, game walks are offered in place of, or in addition to, the game drives. Armed and experienced rangers will lead you along game paths, in the footsteps of the animals, allowing you to experience the thrill of walking through this wild environment. Walking will allow you to appreciate the stillness, the quiet and the beauty of the African bush and to examine the sights and sounds less obvious from a vehicle. Overnight at Makanyane Safari Lodge. (BLD)

Day 3: Madikwe Game Reserve - Johannesburg Airport

After breakfast you will be transferred to Madikwe Game Reserve airstrip. (B)

Inclusions:

• Two nights accommodation
• All meals
• Local drinks (excludes premium brands)
• Game drives in open 4x4 vehicles
• Laundry
• Return airport road transfers
• Return flights from Johannesburg

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