Madikela Game Lodge Self Catering Lodge Waterberg
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  • Property TypeGame Lodge
  • Guests28
  • Rooms/Units8
  • Minimum Stay2 Nights
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    • FEATUREPet Friendly*

Madikela Game Lodge is a highly recommended property for self catering in Vaalwater for anyone visiting the Waterberg region.

About Madikela Game Lodge

Madikela Game Lodge is situated on the Waterberg Plateau in the heart of the Waterberg Biosphere Reserve. The lodge's geographic location makes for pleasant weather conditions all year round, with the temperature seldom below 5 degrees or above 32 degrees C. The Lodge is only 2 hours 15 minutes from Pretoria and if arranged, guests are welcome to vacate their unit only after lunch on the day of departure.

At a Glance

What to expect at the lodge/reserve

  • Malaria-free area
  • Safari / bush walks by arrangement
  • Self-guided game drives

Accommodation

Self Catering Chalets
The Madikela Game Lodge consists of well equipped, self-catering thatched chalets, each with a small kitchen and TV / dining room. Each one or two bedroom (stand alone) unit is secluded to ensure your privacy. One bedroom units have en suite bathroom, whereas the two bedroom family units have a shower, wash basin and toilet.Guest must bring own towels.

Each unit also has its own Jacuzzi / splash pool (some heated), a thatched game viewing deck and an enclosed braai boma. The garden area has a large swimming pool and a baby pool. For the children there is a large Jungle Gym, 18 hole Putt-Putt course and a Pool / games room.

The Honeymoon Cottages are luxury self-catering cottages with full en suite bathroom, TV, Braai facilities and a warm water splash pool. It is perched high up between large rocks with a spectacular view of the bush veld. It is well secluded, 3kms from the reception. Towels are provided in this cottage.

Activities and Attractions

Game can be viewed by self-drive, mountain bikes or self-guided walks (bring your own bikes). There are spectacular rock formations, which have been formed over millions of years, from where game such as giraffe, zebra, wildebeest, impala, kudu and blesbuck, can be viewed.

There are three restaurants, a Predator Park, a Wild Life Centre and a Reptile Park within 15 minutes drive from the Lodge. During the months of March to September there are monthly game auctions which are an experience of their own. One can also do the 60 kilometre 4 x 4 route (at extra cost) or drive to the Waterberg Kloof Pass (25 km's) with its 100m high granite cliff faces or visit the nearby crocodile farm.

Features you'll appreciate

  • pet friendly
  • swimming
    pool
  • parking
  • kitchen
  • braai / bbq
  • wake up
    calls
providedonly in some rooms

In Room / Unit

  • Additional bed / mattress
  • Bathroom (en-suite)
  • Bathroom (separate)
  • Bed linen supplied
  • Jacuzzi
  • Kitchen (fully equipped)
  • Patio / verandah / balcony
  • Private pool
  • Smoking: not allowed
  • Television (SABC, eTV only)

On Site

  • Child friendly (all ages)
  • Garden(s)
  • Jacuzzi
  • Parking (off street)
  • Pets allowed (by arrangement)
  • Reception (business hours)
  • Smoking: none indoors
  • Wake up calls
  • Wheelchair access

Loadshedding Facilities

What is loadshedding? It refers to the temporary suspension of electricity provided by Eskom, South Africa's electricity provider, to reduce consumption and thereby the load on the national grid. To compensate, South African property owners are turning to solar power, inverters with backup batteries or in some cases generators to keep the power on, wherever feasible.

  • Gas cooker (stove)
  • Solar or battery-powered portable lights

Food & Drink

  • Braai / barbeque (BBQ)
fluentsome understanding

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Afrikaans

Rooms & Rates

Select your check-in and check-out dates to view availability and the rates applicable.

Honeymoon Cottages

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Honeymoon Cottages

Qty: 2
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: not allowed in this room type

Greystone and Sandstone cottages are our honeymoon cottages perfect for couples wanting some alone time. They are situated 3 km from the main main lodge ensuring privacy and relaxation. These cottages are fully equipped and have lovely views of the bushveld from the covered wooden deck with built-in braai and warm water Jacuzzi. Please note that no towels are supplied, please bring your own.

  • Additional bed / mattress  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Jacuzzi  
  • Kitchen (fully equipped)  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Television (SABC, eTV only)

Kingfisher Cottage

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Kingfisher Cottage

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: are allowed in this room type

Kingfisher Cottage is furnished with a double bed and has a full bathroom. There is a fully equipped kitchen and an enclosed braai boma, thatched deck and warm water Jacuzzi. Please note that no towels are supplied, please bring your own.

  • Additional bed / mattress  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Jacuzzi  
  • Kitchen (fully equipped)  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Television (SABC, eTV only)

Two-Bedroom Cottages

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Two-Bedroom Cottages

Qty: 5
Sleeps: 5 guests (max 4 adults)
Children: are allowed in this room type

The Two-Bedroom Cottages are furnished with two double beds and one single bed. There is a full bathroom (bath and shower) a fully equipped kitchen and an enclosed braai boma, thatched deck with a warm water tub. Please note that no towels are supplied, please bring your own. The bedrooms are furnished with double beds and the unit has 1 single bed in the passage area of the unit. This unit has a well-equipped kitchen to cook meals in, a TV, an enclosed boma, a thatched roof deck with comfy chairs, a braai area, and heated Jacuzzi.

  • Additional bed / mattress  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Jacuzzi  
  • Kitchen (fully equipped)  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Television (SABC, eTV only)

RATES INCLUDE:
Accommodation, Self Drive Game Viewing, Bush Walks

RATES EXCLUDE:
All external activities and personal expenses.

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Guest Reviews

7 Reviews from SA-Venues.com travellers. All reviews are verified.

Verified reviewexcellent

We went there for our 21st wedding anniversary. The place was super clean, both the room, equipment and the utensils. The host is such a beautiful soul. We liked the quietness of the place ..."far from the madding crowd". The views of the mountain range in the horizon and the rising sun are amazing. I would recommend this to anyone who wants a blend of bush life and a private hotel life as this falls in-between those two. The heated jacuzzi on the porch was an instant hit with us. ..I enjoyed the many species of birds that visit the veranda in their numbers. Real value for money. please stock up essentials as the next shopping place is a considerable distance

April 2024

wilkins B. (Kempton Park)

Verified reviewexcellent

The place is addictive and I wouldn't mind being there every day. Tranquility and authenticity can't be ignored in any description of the lodge.

April 2024

Nkopane T. (Polokwane)

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Verified Host

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  • Proof of address on file
  • Host on SA-Venues.com for 12 years

Need to Know

Child policyChildren of all ages are welcome.

Closest airport(s)OR Tambo International - 275km

Check-in/-out timesCheck-in from 14h00
Check-out by 12h00

Exceptions to check-in/out times may be arranged, please enquire.

Payment methods accepted by the property EFT or secure online payment via SA-Venues.com

Host on SA-Venues.com for 12 years

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