Motswiri Private Safari Lodge, an exclusive retreat in the malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve, offers a deeply personal bush experience. Set amidst ancient Leadwood trees, it boasts breathtaking views across 75,000 hectares of Big Five territory.
The five luxurious bush villas, each with private decks, multiple-slider bedrooms, and stunning bathrooms featuring spa baths, indoor and outdoor showers, air-conditioning, ceiling fans, and double-sided fireplaces, provide an unrivalled connection to the serene wilderness. The Family Villa, with three en-suite bedrooms, a private lounge, deck, and pool, ensures spacious comfort, blending elegant design with the tranquil ambiance of the surrounding bushveld.
Fine cuisine is served in the elegant dining room, under the shade of Leadwood trees, or around a roaring fire in the traditional boma, showcasing fresh, local ingredients and impeccable hospitality. Guests can unwind by the rim-flow swimming pool overlooking a vibrant waterhole, sip cocktails at the shaded bar, or relax in the inviting outdoor lounge, with laundry facilities adding thoughtful convenience.
Twice-daily game drives in custom-designed landcruisers, led by expert rangers, reveal the reserve's rich wildlife, including cheetah, wild dog, and the Big Five, while the lodge's intimate setting is ideal for exclusive group bookings of up to ten. Located a 4.5-hour drive from Johannesburg or accessible via scheduled charters to Madikwe's airstrip, Motswiri delivers a seamless blend of sophisticated luxury and the untamed allure of South Africa's wilderness.
Everything was exceptionally beautiful, the food was excellent, the game drives were fantastic – but what truly impressed us was the incredible empathy of the team. Thank you for this unforgettable...
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The lodge has brought to us a dream of Africa not mentioning the animals we have seen, the best guide we had on Safari, the excellent food, the friendliness and warm welcome of the whole staff...
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On our arrival we were greeted by Agnes who gave us a wet towel to refresh ourselves and a glass of juice. Shortly we went on our first drive with Elliot, what a lovely man who is knowledgeable and...
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We’ve just come back from 4 nights at Motswiri and what a fantastic time we had. We decided to fly up to the reserve, which was organised for us by the lodge. Great experience in itself. The lodge is...
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