+27 14 004 0056 / 014 004 0056
As its name suggests, Motswiri Private Safari Lodge is an exclusive
lodge offering guests a personal bush experience, which is impossible
to replicate in larger concerns. The lodge offer some of the best views
in Madikwe as well as the tranquil feel given by the mature trees
(mostly Leadwoods) under which the lodge’s main building and
five luxury bush villas nestle.
Motswiri has luxurious accommodation, with each bush villa offering
stunning views from private decks and multiple-slider bedrooms and
bathrooms. Add double-sided fire places, air-conditioning/ ceiling
fans, stunning bathrooms and an outdoor shower and you have a bush
experience second to none. Then our Family Villa offer three rooms all
with en-suite bathrooms. The Luxury Family villa boasts a private
lounge area leading out onto a private deck and pool.
At the main area of the lodge enjoy the rim-flow pool overlooking the
waterhole, have a cocktail under the shade of the Motswiri trees
(Leadwood in Tswana) on the main deck or just while away the day in the
outside lounge and bar area. Fine cuisine is served in the dining room,
under the Leadwood or around a roaring fire in the boma.
Staff offer personal service in a relaxed but professional manner and
the twice daily game drives are conducted by our rangers whose superb
bush knowledge is imparted in the manner best suited to the bush
knowledge of the guests on the specially designed landcruiser game
viewing vehicle.
Motswiri offers the option of individual bookings or exclusive use of
the lodge for groups. The lodge is ideal for corporate, family / friend
groups of up to ten people who do not wish to share the facilities with
other guests.
Motswiri is a mere 3-1⁄2 hours drive from Johannesburg or for
utter indulgence, guests can opt for a fly-in safari to the reserves
all weather airstrip.
Scheduled daily charters are available via the Federal Air Madikwe
Charter Joint Venture Partnership. Lodge tariffs include luxury
accommodation, two fabulous game drives per day and all meals.
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| Rates inclusive of 15% VAT • South African Rand • Subject to Availability | |
| FULL BOARD | |
| 5 Bush Villa | 1 Jan '24 to 31 Dec '24 |
| Per Person Per Night Sharing | R7 860 |
| Per Person Single | R11 790 |
| Children 5-14 years sharing | R3 930 |
| FULL BOARD | |
| Bush Villa
& Luxury Family Villa |
1 Jan '25 to 31 Dec '25 |
| Per Person Per Night Sharing | R8 500 |
| Per Person Single | R12 750 |
| Children 5-14 years sharing | R4 250 |
| ALL INCLUSIVE | |
| Bush Villa
& Luxury Family Villa |
1 Jan '25 to 31 Dec '25 |
| Per Person Per Night Sharing | R9 500 |
| Per Person Single | R14 250 |
| Children 5-14 years sharing | R4 750 |
Accommodation is provided by
5 luxury Bush Villas, treating guests to ultimate luxury.
Each villa has air-conditioning, a gas fireplace and ceiling fans to
ensure your comfort no matter what the weather. The Bush Villas have
been designed to blend the indoors and bush by the use of sliding doors
and windows. Immerse yourself in the environment by enjoying
the outdoor rock shower and wrap-around wooden deck.
In addition to the Bush Villa, Motswiri’s unique Family Villa
offers a luxurious, private safari experience for up to six guests. The
Family Villa has a private plunge pool, a spacious wooden viewing deck,
and a private boma. Dine under the stars, or feel the warmth of an
African sunset by firelight. A perfect combination of independence and
luxury awaits you. Discover this well-kept secret.
5 Bush Villas
- 1 King bedroom
- Mosquito nets
- En-suite bathroom with bath, indoor & outdoor shower
- Private Deck
Room Amenities
- Indoor & Outdoor
1 Family Villa
- 3 x King / twin bedrooms
- Mosquito nets
- En-suite bathrooms
- Lounge and diningroom
- Deck with private plunge pool
- Private Boma
Children:
- 0 - 4 years stay free,
- 5 - 14 years pay 50% of the sharing rate
- From Johannesburg International Airport now O.R. TAMBO AIRPORT – Take R21 to Pretoria.
- Head north on the N1 towards the N4 Toll Road
- Take the N4 Toll road north west towards Rustenburg, Swartruggens, Groot Marico and Zeerust
- Once in Zeerust turn right at the fourth stop street into President Street. There is a signpost on the left that says “ Madikwe Game Reserve/Gaborone” and a First National Bank on the corner to the right
- Follow the R49 towards the reserve for approximately 97km
- The first entrance to the reserve is Abjaterskop gate
- Pass that gate and enter at the next gate – Wonderboom Gate exactly 7km from the first gate
Contact details for the lodge:
083 679 4479 & 082 883 8274
MADIKWE AIR SHUTTLE
SERVICE
Our service in a nutshell: We offer a world-class executive air shuttle
service from Johannesburg to Madikwe. Departing daily from the Federal
Air Executive Lounge at OR Tambo International, the service is operated
mainly with Cessna Grand Caravan Aircraft. All flights are undertaken
by professional and highly experienced crew.
Passengers can be personally met from incoming domestic or
international flights by one of our professional guest relations team
members. Alternatively, passengers can meet at the Federal Air Guest
Welcome Booth located on ground level in the Multi-storey parkade and
car rental hall or directly at the executive lounge.
Complimentary bar service, tea, coffee, as well as shower facilities
are available at the executive lounge. Madikwe Air also offers
complimentary on-site excess bag storage and secure open parking.
There is a direct on-line flight booking system available to the lodges.
Flight bookings do close 7 days prior to a flight.
When you make your reservation you can enquire about this service and
we will make bookings on your behalf.
Twice daily game drives/safaris are conducted by our rangers whose superb bush knowledge is imparted in the manner best suited to the bush knowledge of the guests on the specially designed landcruiser game viewing vehicle. Traversing on the full 75000 hectares the Madikwe Game Reserve has become known to offer some the best game viewing in South Africa. Experience excellent general game, stunning bird life and regular sighting of the sought after “Big 5” – Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Buffalo, Black and White Rhino.
The main lodge overlooks a busy, private waterhole, frequented by the big game in the area. The lodge is beautifully appointed and the main area is made up of separate lounge, dining and bar areas. Each area has its own fireplace, where a roaring fire will keep you warm in the chilly winter months.
Facilities
- Dining Area
- Bar
- Swimming Pool
- Boma
- Viewing Deck
- Wifi
Rooms: 6
Check-in: 14h00
Check-out: 11h00
All ages welcome
TARIFFS ARE QUOTED:
- Inclusive of 15% V.A.T.
- In South African Rand
- Subject to availability
TARIFFS & RATE CHANGES:
- All tariffs & rates quoted are subject to change, without prior notice, however fully paid bookings will be honoured
FULL BOARD TARIFFS INCLUDES:
- Luxury accommodation in a Luxury Bush Villa or Luxury Family Villa*
- Two game drives per day in our open game viewers with a highly qualified game ranger
- Selected beverages on game drives.
- All meals daily (excluding Kosher meals)
- Welcome drinks, tea and coffee at meals
- Complimentary road transfer from the Madikwe Western Airstrip to the Lodge
- All beverages other than stated above as included
- Specialised Coffees
- Gate entry or fly-in fees (R180 per person once off and R80 per child under 12 years once off - rates are subject to change without prior notice and controlled by the North West Parks Board – please state this on your client’s travel documents accordingly)
- Airstrip landing fees (R240 per person once off and R150 per child under 12 years once off – rates are subject to change without prior notice and controlled by the North West Parks Board – please state this on your client’s travel documents accordingly)
- Conservation levies (R450 per international adult per day, R225 per international child under 12 years per day, R225 per SADC adult per day and R115 per SADC child under 12 years per day - rates are subject to change without prior notice and controlled by the North West Parks Board – please state this on your client’s travel documents accordingly)
- Any other items of personal nature
- Luxury accommodation in a Luxury Bush Villa or Luxury Family Villa*
- Two game drives per day in our open game viewers with a highly qualified game ranger
- All meals daily (excluding Kosher meals)
- Welcome drinks
- Specialised Coffees
- A selection of local beers, ciders, house wines, soft drinks and waters
- Complimentary road transfer from the Madikwe Western Airstrip to the Lodge
- Premium beverages other than stated above as included
- Gate entry or fly-in fees (R180 per person once off and R80 per child under 12 years once off - rates are subject to change without prior notice and controlled by the North West Parks Board – please state this on your client’s travel documents accordingly)
- Airstrip landing fees (R240 per person once off and R150 per child under 12 years once off – rates are subject to change without prior notice and controlled by the North West Parks Board – please state this on your client’s travel documents accordingly)
- Conservation levies (R450 per international adult per day, R225 per international child under 12 years per day, R225 per SADC adult per day and R115 per SADC child under 12 years per day - rates are subject to change without prior notice and controlled by the North West Parks Board – please state this on your client’s travel documents accordingly)
- Any other items of personal nature
- Lodge transfers
- Additional activities
- Wellness treatments
- Curio shop purchases
- Laundry services
FACILITIES:
- Bar
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Pool loungers with pool towels
- Sunset deck
- Waterhole
- Free Wi-Fi in public areas
- Free Wi-Fi in all Luxury Bush Villas
- Free secure and accessible parking on site
- In-room safe
- Air-conditioned & non-smoking rooms
- In-room heating facilities
CHILDREN:
- Children of all ages are welcome at our lodge
- Children younger than 5 years are not permitted on game drives
- Children sharing room with parents pay 50%
- Children in own room are charged full price
- Child policy applies to children between the ages of 5 to 14 years
- No charge for children 0 to 4 years
LUXURY FAMILY VILLA BOOKINGS:
- Our Luxury Family Villa has a minimum occupancy is 4 adults and a maximum of 6 adults for this unit which means that the minimum paying rate for the family villa would be for 4 adults. Should there be less than 4 adults, this will be calculated on a minimum of 4 adult paying rate
- For all bookings made within 30 days of travel
- Full payment Is required within 48 hours of your booking.
- For all bookings made more than 30 days of travel
- A 50% deposit Is required within 48 hours of your booking and the balance 30 days prior to arrival.
- Payment can be made via bank transfer, credit card (Master/Visa) or bitcoin.
CANCELLATIONS:
- Four weeks before arrival - 75% of full amount
- Two weeks before arrival - 100% of full amount
- Please note that should you not be able to arrive at the lodge we will not be held liable for any refunds. Our full cancellation policy will apply to your booking.
ARRIVAL / DEPARTURE:
- Check in is at 14h00
- Check out is at 11h00
FLIGHT/AIR TRANSFERS
- Daily scheduled FEDERAL AIR flights from O.R. Tambo Airport (JIA) to Madikwe Western airstrip
- Private charters are available on request
- Road transfers available on request
GATE ENTRANCE:
- Gates open @ 06h00 & closes @ 18h00.
- Guests may arrive any time from 14:00, and rooms are to be vacated by 11:00am.