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Elephant In The Madikwe Game Reserve Ss
Elephant In The Madikwe Game Reserve Ss
The only country able to offer malaria-free safaris

Madikwe and Northern Malaria Free Reserves

South Africa has several outstanding malaria-free wildlife reserves. Madikwe is the largest and its climactic landscape of volcanic hills, expansive plains and winding rivers is a breathtaking backdrop for the private lodges within. South Africa has several outstanding malaria-free wildlife reserves. Madikwe is the largest and its climactic landscape of volcanic hills, expansive plains and winding rivers is a breathtaking backdrop for the private lodges within.
Why Madikwe and Northern Malaria Free Reserves?
Madikwe is just an hour’s flight from Johannesburg. You can expect superb scenery and exciting game viewing including elephant, giraffe, big cats, antelope and even rhinoceros during your open-vehicle safari. Madikwe is excellent for photography enthusiasts with a number of photographic hides and unique viewpoints throughout the reserve.

South Africa’s northern region is also home to the Waterberg Biosphere Reserve – a thrilling landscape of valleys, mountains and forests where spectacular wildlife roam. More than 300 species of birds can be found in Waterberg, along with African pythons and Nile crocodile. The Tswalu Game Reserve, on the edge of the Kalahari, is another of our favourites thanks to its luxurious lodges and commitment to wildlife conservation. Tswalu only permits 40 guests at any one time, ensuring an exclusive experience with minimal impact to the reserve’s incredible biodiversity.
  • Only South Africa can offer malaria-free safaris.
  • Thrilling Big Five safaris with exclusive accommodations.
  • Madikwe is the largest malaria-free game reserve.
  • Great game viewing in mountainous surroundings at the Waterberg.
  • Tswalu is a remarkable conservation project near the Kalahari.
  • All malaria-free reserves are easily accessible from Johannesburg.
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Best Places to Stay in the Madikwe and Northern Malaria Free Reserves
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Hero Image Main Lodge Firepit Madikwe Hills Private Game Lodge Madikwe And Northern Malaria Free Reserves
Madikwe Hills
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Tswalu Kalahari
Tswalu (meaning “a new beginning”) is designed in classic African style and blends into the Kalahari environment, offering unrivalled elegance.
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Morukuru River House
Morokuru River House is one of the most exciting exclusive use properties in South Africa.
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Tswalu Kalahari
Set amidst two rolling mountain ranges, the Motse legae and Tarkuni homestead are the ultimate private sanctuaries on the vast Tswalu Kalahari Reserve. Recently redesigned to uncompromising standards of comfort and elegance, Tarkuni is an exceptional choice for families seeking a tranquil, exclusive-use escape.
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Morukuru
A collection of exclusive-use bush villas, Morukuru Family welcomes you with top-notch personal service. The unrivalled range of activities, outstanding personal service, expert guiding and world-class cuisine make this portfolio of villas some of the best malaria-free safari properties in South Africa for families or a group of friends.
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Little Madikwe Hills
Madikwe Hills Lodge is an intimate and luxurious safari lodge set among the 75,000 hectares of the Madikwe Game Reserve. The main lodge has five luxurious suites, a dining lodge and a spa. The suites have been designed for complete relaxation and comfort, each boasting soft sofas, voluminous mosquito netting and cotton picot linen. Overhead fans and air conditioning are a welcome respite from the harshness of the African heat.
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Loapi Tented Camp
Loapi offers the epitome of a private Kalahari experience. You’ll stay in your own spacious tented home with its own team of staff. Each of the six homes is carefully placed in the contours of the valley, offering both incredible savannah views and ultimate privacy. The camp is very welcoming of families and, being in a malaria-free area, is great for young and old alike.
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