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A Luxury Safari Lodge in the Heart of Madikwe Game Reserve in South Africa
Experience the wonder of South Africa’s iconic wildlife at Last Word Madikwe, a luxurious safari lodge set just steps from a watering hole teeming with an impressive array of wildlife such as elephants, lions, leopards, buffalo, and white and black rhinoceroses. Other highlights of this stunning destination include:
- Six guest suites featuring ensuite baths and traditional South African décor
- A unique underground wildlife watching and photography blind near the watering hole
- Twice-daily game drives, a fenced nature trail, and relaxing spots with water hole views
- Three daily meals of traditional South African cuisine, plus snacks, sundowners, and more
For wildlife lovers, photographers, adventurers, and anyone seeking an immersive safari experience, Last Word Madikwe offers the thrill and excitement of a spectacular location within a thriving game reserve paired with contemporary amenities, warm hospitality, and thoughtful luxuries of a world-class hotel.
Hotel Amenities
Accommodations
With just six Classic Suites throughout the entirety of Last Word Madikwe, guests are treated to truly personalized service and experience while enjoying spacious accommodations designed to provide the ultimate comfort, privacy, and connection to the surrounding South African landscape.
Private outdoor areas open into spaces filled with elegant, contemporary furniture and accented by African-inspired details and modern luxuries like air conditioning, heating, and multiple charging points. Baths feature separate showers and large tubs.
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From breakfast to lunch and magical boma dinners served under the stars, Last Word Madikwe's food and cuisine are a central part of the safari experience and serve as a community gathering point and celebration of the senses.
The Dining Room – Enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner crafted by the lodge’s expert chefs who specialize in showcasing the finest flavors of South Africa. Other opportunities include snacks and drinks during game drives, sundowners, and boma dinners cooked over an open fire outdoors.
Activities at Last Word Madikwe
At Last Word Madikwe, all the activities of a traditional safari lodge experience are available alongside experiences found in a traditional hotel.
Wildlife watching - whether from the comfort of a seating area just meters from the nearby watering hole, within the underground photography and viewing blind or on a game drive with expert guides - is the main attraction at the lodge. Spy the best of South Africa’s big game such as elephants and rhinoceroses, enjoy unparalleled bird watching, and meander along a safe and fenced nature trail for an intimate walk in the wild. Within the lodge, guests are invited to relax in serene and tranquil gardens, take a refreshing dip in the swimming pool, work out at the gym, and more.
Location
Last Word Madikwe is located in the far west of the North West province of South Africa in the heart of Madikwe Game Reserve. Access is available via the Wonderboom gate, an easy three-hour drive on good roads from the South African capital of Johannesburg.
Address
Madikwe Game Reserve, Madikwe, South Africa
Transportation
The lodge is accessible by road in any type of vehicle and by air at the nearby Medikwe Western Airstrip.
- Airport
- Lanseria International Airport is 294 km / 183 mi – approximately 3 hours and 45 minutes by car.
- OR Tambo International Airport is 366 km / 215 mi – approximately 4 hours by car.
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