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3-Day Madikwe Safari at Etali Safari Lodge – Plunge-Pool Peace & Four Wildlife Drives
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3-Day Madikwe Safari at Etali Safari Lodge – Plunge-Pool Peace & Four Wildlife Drives

Duration
3 days
Starts & ends
Johannesburg / Pretoria → Madikwe → Johannesburg / Pretoria
Group size
1–any guests
Transfers
Included
Cancellation
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Why travellers from the US, UK, Australia and beyond book with us

  • ✓Local licensed operator
  • ✓SATSA & ATA member
  • ✓Secure PayPal or card
  • ✓30% deposit if booking 45+ days ahead
  • ✓Airport transfers included
  • ✓WhatsApp support 7 days a week

Two nights of wildlife and private-deck relaxation

Enjoy Etali Safari Lodge over three days, combining four guided open safaris with the comfort of a luxury suite. Expansive decks, outdoor plunge pools and peaceful interiors create space to slow down between morning and afternoon wildlife outings in Madikwe’s malaria-free bushveld.

Your private road transfer connects Johannesburg or Pretoria with the lodge in approximately 4.5–5 hours. Game drives are ranger-led open-vehicle outings, not exclusive private safaris unless separately arranged. Guides respond to wildlife movements and conditions; neither Big Five nor deck-side sightings are guaranteed.

Suite comfort and thoughtful arrangements

Etali’s suites offer air conditioning, fireplaces and quiet spaces for rest. Use the included gym and steam room, or book spa treatments at your own expense. Laundry and Wi-Fi are included. Tell us about mobility or dietary requirements before booking: accessible-suite availability and specialist catering must be confirmed in advance.

Arrival lunch and high tea precede the first safari. Day 2 balances two drives with breakfast, lunch and lodge leisure; a final morning outing and breakfast complete the programme on Day 3.

Price, meals and included services

US$3,400 per person sharing; US$4,760 for a solo traveller with the standard 40% supplement. Includes two Etali nights, private return city transfers, two morning and two afternoon safaris of approximately three hours each, itinerary meals and drive snacks, house wines, local beers and non-alcoholic drinks, gym/steam-room access, laundry, Wi-Fi and entrance/conservation fees.

Personal expenses, spa treatments and gratuities are excluded. Premium beverages outside the listed selection and other optional services are extra unless confirmed. Suite category, outdoor dining and exact safari times follow your confirmed arrangements, weather and season.

Itinerary

  1. Day 1 – Etali arrival and sunset wildlife viewing

    Meet your private driver at your Johannesburg or Pretoria address for the approximately 4.5–5-hour journey. Arrive for lunch, settle into your suite and enjoy high tea on the main deck. An approximately three-hour safari is planned around 16:00 in winter or 16:30 in summer, subject to the confirmed lodge schedule. Pause for sundowner refreshments, continue evening viewing as conditions allow and return for dinner.

    Overnight: Etali Safari Lodge. Meals: Lunch, high tea and dinner; selected drinks included.

  2. Day 2 – Sunrise safari and an unhurried lodge afternoon

    A morning drive of approximately three hours is planned around 05:30 in summer or 06:00 in winter. Pause for hot drinks and snacks, then return for breakfast. Enjoy lodge leisure and lunch; spa visits cost extra. Afternoon tea precedes another approximately three-hour safari with sundowner refreshments, followed by dinner.

    Overnight: Etali Safari Lodge. Meals: Breakfast, lunch, high tea and dinner; selected drinks included.

  3. Day 3 – Final morning drive and farewell breakfast

    Join your fourth approximately three-hour safari before returning for breakfast. Pack and check out for the private transfer back to Johannesburg or Pretoria. Confirm onward connections before arranging airport drop-off.

    Meals: Breakfast; selected drinks included. All times are approximate.

Where you'll stay

Etali Safari Lodge, Madikwe Game Reserve

Etali Safari Lodge

Madikwe Game Reserve

  • Private return transfers from your Johannesburg or Pretoria location
  • Two nights at Etali Safari Lodge
  • Two morning and two afternoon open safaris, approximately three hours each
  • Day 1 lunch, high tea and dinner; Day 2 breakfast, lunch, high tea and dinner; Day 3 breakfast
  • Game-drive snacks and refreshments
  • House wines, local beers and non-alcoholic beverages
  • Gym and steam-room access
  • Laundry and Wi-Fi
  • All entrance and conservation fees for the programme

Not included

  • Personal expenses and gratuities
  • Spa treatments and optional services
  • Premium beverages outside the included selection
3-Day Madikwe Safari at Etali Safari Lodge – Plunge-Pool Peace & Four Wildlife Drives

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