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Madikwe Game Reserve is one of the few malaria-free reserves in southern Africa. Located in South Africa along the Botswana border and 20 kilometres from Gaberone, the Reserve lies within a transition region between lowveld bushveld and the Kalahari thornveld. As a result, the region is host to an incredible diversity of species from both ecosystems. Geographically the region has enormous volcanic intrusions known as Inselbergs, which are prominent throughout the reserve and create a spectacular backdrop. |
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Buffalo Ridge Safari Lodge is the first wholly-owned, Community-based Safari Lodge to be developed in South Africa. The lodge is an ecotourism partnership between North-West Parks, the Balete Ba Lekgophung Community and the operator, The Madikwe Collection.
The community has a 45-year lease to operate a commercial lodge with traversing rights across the reserve. The concept is unique in South Africa as the community owns the development, with substantial benefits accruing back to the community itself.
Buffalo Ridge Safari Lodge Accommodation
The Lodge
Buffalo Ridge Safari Lodge is situated on the Tweedepoort Ridge overlooking
the plains and inselbergs of the western section of Madikwe Game Reserve.
The main lodge is spectacularly located on two tiers of the ridge, accessed
via a wooden bridge that crosses a ravine surrounded by rock figs. Each
of the living areas has its own character, mood and style providing guests
with a choice of breathtaking views and tranquil spaces.
Whether you are relaxing in the lounge, the lower or upper deck areas or at the pool, you will find a space that suits your mood.
Chalets
The lodge has 8 suites, each with its own viewing deck, decorated in natural
hues of colour and texture, offering a very private and luxurious experience.
The thatched suites, with sliding doors from each room and shower, allow
the guest to experience a oneness with the bushveld.
On Safari
Madikwe Game Reserve is home to a tremendous diversity of fauna and flora,
including both the black and white rhino, buffalo, elephant, lion, leopard,
cheetah and wild dog. The lodge is a superb open vehicle safari destination
where guests are accompanied by well-trained and informative rangers who
are able to interpret the many encounters whilst on safari.
About Madikwe
Buffalo Ridge Safari Lodge is a 16-bed luxury facility designed by Nick
Plewman, an acclaimed small lodge designer. The lodge is situated at a
prime site in the west of the Madikwe Game Reserve, straddling the Tweedepoort
Ridge with expansive views across the northern plains and Inselbergs.
The central lodge sits on the slopes of a hill across a ravine, separating it from the chalets. Each of the chalets is positioned on the ridge with expansive views to the north. Buffalo Ridge Safari Lodge opened in November 2004.
Facilities
The main lodge is spectacularly located on two tiers of the ridge, accessed
via a wooden bridge that crosses a ravine surrounded by rock figs. Each
of the living areas has its own character, mood and style providing guests
with a choice of breathtaking views and tranquil spaces. The lodge has
reception, dining, lounge, upper and lower deck and swimming pool areas.
Activities
Open vehicle game drives, stargazing, bush dining, birding, botany interests.
Madikwe is home to a tremendous diversity of fauna and flora, including
both black and white rhino, buffalo, elephant, lion, leopard, cheetah
and wild dog. The lodge is a superb open vehicle safari destination where
guests are accompanied by well-trained and informative rangers who are
able to interpret the many encounters whilst on safari.
What to take
Comfortable walking shoes, sun hat, sunglasses, sun block, cameras, binoculars,
light neutral-coloured clothing and bathing suit in summer; and warm clothing
and jackets are essential in winter (May to October).
Climate
Summer - October to March. Rainy season with hot days and warm nights.
Temperatures 25°C - 40°C.
Winter - April to September. Dry season with generally warm days and cold
nights. Temperatures 0°C - 25°C.
How to get there
Daily scheduled flights are operated from Johannesburg International Airport
to the Madikwe Airstrip with Federal Air / Madikwe Air Charters. Private
air-charters are organized on request. It is only a 4-hour drive from
Johannesburg to Buffalo Ridge (Please request a map on reservation).
How to find us
Daily scheduled flights are operated from Johannesburg International
Airport to the Madikwe Airstrip with Federal Air / Madikwe Air Charters.
Private air-charters are organized on request. It is only a 4-hour drive
from Johannesburg to Buffalo Ridge.
Road directions from Johannesburg
· Drive from Johannesburg to Magaliesburg along the N14 and the
R 24.
· From Magaliesburg, take the R509 through Derby to Koster (69km).
· Turn right in Koster to Swartruggens (34km).
· Continue straight through Swartruggens towards Groot Marico and
Zeerust. You do not actually pass through the town of Groot Marico.
· After entering Zeerust, keep straight on until you see a sign
for Gaberone / Madikwe Game Reserve. Turn right there.
· Continue on this road through 2 rural villages and past Madikwe
Road. Past Takeaways (a store and filling station) and past Nietverdiend
(a store, filling station and police station).
· Continue on this road past the Abjagterskop Gate for Madikwe
Game Reserve on your right, (Thatched entrance with flags etc.) for 7km.
· 7 km past the Abjagterskop Gate, you will find Wonderboom gate
on the right, into the park.
· Once inside the park, please follow signs to Buffalo Ridge Safari
Lodge.
Email
Buffalo Ridge Safari Lodge Reservations: booksa@madbookings.com
