Jamala Madikwe 5* (Madikwe Game Reserve, South Africa) - Lodge Reviews

Address: Molatedi, North West Province, 2838, Madikwe Game Reserve 2838, South Africa

Region: South Africa > North-West Province > Madikwe Game Reserve

Amenities:

Bar/Lounge Fitness Centre Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kitchenette Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access

Hotel Style:

Ranked #5 of 22 Speciality lodging in Madikwe Game Reserve

Price Range: ££££

Hotel Class:5 star (5*)

Official Description (provided by the hotel):: Jamala Madikwe is an intimate and elegant safari lodge located within the 75 000 HA malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve in South Africa's North West Province. Each of the five sumptuous and elegantly appointed suites offer private decks and rim-flow swimming pools. Madikwe is home to all of the Big 5 and most of Africa's top game species which includes a spectacular array of general game in addition to a very successful breeding program for the endangered wild dog. ... more less

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SandJHyndland

Glasgow

Senior Reviewer

6 reviews

6 hotel reviews

Reviews in 6 cities

“Magical Experience”

Reviewed 3 May 2013

We stayed for two nights on 24th and 25th April and it was the most magical experience ever! Rodney runs this lodge superbly with great, friendly, well trained staff who go out of their way to be helpful. The luxurious main lodge and the villas have to be seen to be believed. When we arrived we went straight through to... More

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Cecilia H

San Pedro Sula, Honduras

7 reviews

4 hotel reviews

Reviews in 4 cities

2 helpful votes

“surreal”

Reviewed 9 April 2013

I must confess, that as family we went with high expectations to Jamala. Each of these expectations was surpassed. Rodney one of the best host, Nico seeing all the small details and the mega details (apart from the best food ever) in our room that made you look forward to the end of day and Lazzy a great tracker with... More

Thank you Cecilia, that is really great to hear. We certainly enjoyed our time with you and your family and we are very happy to have surpassed your expectations on all levels. Our "Sofa Safari' is such a great activity and given your Mother and Brothers recent accidents resulting in leg casts on both of them, made for very comfortable... More

Ajy2j

Jaipur

1 review

“Safari in style”

Reviewed 2 April 2013

It's truly a luxury safari lodge. It's owner run and it shows. Very tastefully done, excellent food and accomodation.If you don't want to leave the lodge and enjoy it you don't have to as all the animals will come to you (to the water hole right in front of the lodge)while you are sitting and enjoying a drink, food etc.... More

Thank you all, that is tremendous to hear. We thoroughly enjoyed having you here to experience the "Sofa Safari" and the excellent food in addition to the Big5 animal attractions of Malaria-Free Jamala Madikwe. We strive to make the entire experience as special as possible and we are very pleased this has been so for you. We were very fortunate... More

larrymull

Melbourne, Australia

Contributor

17 reviews

10 hotel reviews

Reviews in 9 cities

7 helpful votes

“Thank You”

Reviewed 27 March 2013

Nico, Nico, Rodney, Rodney ETA 10 minutes…..whispers Lazzie our safari driver in to the 2 way radio, indicating to our hosts we were 10 minutes away from the warmest, friendliest and most sincere welcome you are ever likely to receive in your travels. We were being welcomed home to Jamala Madikwe for the next 6 days and 5 nights and... More

K&J, this is the most fantastic review we have received. We so thoroughly enjoyed your company and enthusiasm for wildlife and photography. The time lapse sequences you created have been so widely viewed and appreciated. "The Special Lens" that had us rushing around taking macro shots - this is definitely on the wish list now . Thank you for sharing... More

Sean H

Fort Lauderdale

Reviewer

5 reviews

Reviews in 5 cities

“Awesome Experience!”

Reviewed 15 March 2013

From the moment we walked in and looked through the main lodge to the view of the watering hole, I knew we were in for a special treat! The lodges are so comfortable & luxurious you may never want to leave them! Of course you must and stepping outside to shower while watching the wildlife stroll by is a good... More

Thank you Sean and Tony, we always welcome feedback and especially positive reviews like yours. As we approach Autumn now, the animal activity at the waterhole is increasing daily and "Sofa Safri" is becoming a firm favorite especially after brunch. The Elephants daily visits and interactions with everything else as they "Bully" their way around the waterhole is always a... More

CatGrant

France

Senior Contributor

40 reviews

29 hotel reviews

Reviews in 35 cities

20 helpful votes

“Just the best”

Reviewed 21 February 2013

I did have some reservations on booking this, thinking that the private reserves near the Kruger Park had to be the best location for the wildlife. So wrong. This place is amazing, the location, the accommodation, the staff, the food and of course the wildlife. We have also thought that 3 nights were always enough on safari, with the very... More

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Thank you, this is one of the greatest reviews we have received not only for Jamala Madikwe but the recognition for Malaria-Free Madikwe Game Reserve as a superior destination for incredible lodging and game viewing is fantastic. We are very fortunate in our position within the reserve to have a savannah plain open in front of us and our own... More

Paul S

Alaior, Spain

Top Contributor

70 reviews

17 hotel reviews

Reviews in 36 cities

32 helpful votes

“Simply the best !!!”

Reviewed 9 February 2013

Just back from two nights at Jamala Madikwe and what a truly wonderful place After a long journey from Cape Town we were met on arrival by Rodney & his team who gave us cold flannels and drinks to welcome us into the lodge. My first impression of the property was WOW as the lodge was furnished & decorated beautifully... More

Thank you Paul, that is very kind of you and we are really happy that this experience to our Lodge, Jamala Madikwe and Madikwe Game Reserve was such a great experience. We thoroughly enjoy seeing guests reactions and appreciation of everything from the cuisine, accommodation and of course the Big 5. This and your praise especially for the staff, certainly... More

Jacky_Humphries

Johannesburg, South Africa

“Incredible Stay”

Reviewed 21 January 2013

On 18 January my partner (Ricci Roberts - Ernie Els's caddy) and I had the priviledge of joining Rodney and Nico at Jamala Madikwe. Wow!!! From the magnificent setting, the luxurious decor and incredible food (seriously, a world apart) we can only but highly recommend a visit to Jamala Madikwe!!! With the attention to detail, superlative service and relaxed environment,... More

Thank you Jacky and Ricci, for your great review from seasoned travelers as yourselves. We certainly look forward to another occasion to have you back here and maybe with Ernie too. Jamala Madikwe prides itself on outstanding Service and Cuisine, Accommodation and Game Viewing making the entire Safari Experience a life altering one. To have this acknowledged is such a... More

Chuck236

“If you do it only once, it's THE place!!!”

Reviewed 15 January 2013 via mobile

As I have told Rodney and Nico prior to leave, Jamala Madikwe is GREAT: Good Recipe for Exploring Africa's Treasures!!! And every detail is great! Management, team, food, location, location and accomodation! Now that our memories are hang on the wall (great big five pictures) we can plan our next African adventure! And there is something funny with team member's... More

Thank you both C&G. This is very special of you and the play on the staff names, very clever. We had a great time sharing this fantastic time with you. We are so glad you had a great safari here at Jamala Madikwe and that you now proudly display photos of you Big 5 experience. Would love to see which... More

SAtravelerCapeTown

Cape Town

4 reviews

3 hotel reviews

Reviews in 3 cities

“Awesome Safari”

Reviewed 10 January 2013

Jamala Madikwe goes down as my favourite safari lodge so far. Rodney and Nico are excellent hosts and your every whim is seen to. The villas are huge with lovely views of the waterhole from both the bed and the private plunge pool. I could hardly bring myself to go on game drive when I could sit in the pool... More

Thank you for this fantastic review. Personal service and attention to detail is what we enjoy doing. We certainly do pride ourselves on the cuisine we serve and it is always great to have your enjoyment thereof acknowledged. We continuously strive to create new and exciting dishes to tantalise your taste buds. I am also glad you enjoyed the "Sofa,... More

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