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Out of the heart of the spectacular Madikwe Game Reserve, embraced by pristine bushveld nurtured by Mother Africa’s rich red soil, Etali Safari Lodge rises to meet you with lavish hospitality. Built in harmony with nature under the vibrant African sun, Etali is an exclusive, intimate haven, where body and soul are rejuvenated in surroundings created by people who understand luxury. NO MALARIA REPORTED |
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Etali Safari Lodge Accommodation
You’ll find the accommodation at Etali Safari Lodge sheer bliss in any one of our eight luxurious air-conditioned suites, each set apart for total privacy in its own bushveld domain. The mix of cool and earthy colours in the decor is a peaceful contrast to the unsurpassed beauty of the sweet-thorn Acacia trees outside.
Cooling off in the splendid outdoor whirlpool, sipping a cocktail as you watch the breathtaking African sunset on your own deck is the ultimate indulgence. Nothing beats a long, lingering shower taken in our inside/outside showers with only a bird or little antelope as audience. Second to that may be to soak away in our partner bath and enjoy a relaxing bath therapy prepared by our therapist.
Big comfortable beds with fine crisp linen promise an unforgettable night’s sleep beneath the thatched roof. We also cater for families with our Family Suite and if you have teenagers, we can offer you two slightly smaller back to back rooms, the only in camp with a connecting deck. These rooms do not have an outside shower; however they share a heated plunge pool.
Cuisine
Etali’s delectable cuisine is a contemporary fusion of traditional
African with an Asian twist. Meals are light and healthy with lots of
fresh seasonal and organically grown vegetables, fruit and herbs. There
is no set menu as the chef extraordinaire selects only the best local
produce daily to work his magic.
Etali house wines are supplied by Glenwood Estate. We serve Glenwood Shiraz and Glenwood Semillon Sauvignon Blanc wines.
Other than fine dining in our dining room or main deck, we offer traditional South African dinners in our 'lesaka' kraal built in stone. (Tswana elders used to gather in lesaka to discuss tribal issues), close to our water hole. Etali has a site where we serve bush breakfasts and dinners, weather permitting.
Wellness Centre
Experience Beauty in the Wild!
Our core philosophy of natural health is based on holism and incorporates
healing and rejuvenating body, mind and spirit, guaranteed to reawaken
your five senses. Etali's state-of the-art Wellness Centre is a unique
concept The design and layout of the cool, thatched, earthy toned secluded
Wellness rooms, lends itself to a sense of ‘’space’’
allowing the soundtrack of the great outdoors to float in and lull you
into a deep state of relaxation.
You hear the echo of the elephants around the water hole and the weaverbirds tapping on the windows. This piece of undisturbed Africa is where nature is truly in its element… allowing you to discover how fantastically good you really can feel.
Whether you are in need of pure self-indulgence, to commune with nature or detoxify the whole body, improve fitness levels or recover from illness or to simply relax and unwind from modern urban living then this is where you can instil a feeling of calm and relief. True relaxation is an art; let us show you…
From the moment guests steps into Etali Wellness Centre a new experience awaits them each and every day. The experience could start by exploring our open thatched gymnasium and unwind in our aroma filled steam room or enjoy a lazy swim in our pool over looking the savannah or simply enjoy the warm whirlpool on your deck with a health smoothie or cocktail, later cooling off with a light-refreshing shower before your treatments commence...
Our Wellness menu comprises of purifying healing salt glows, vitality body wraps where you can wallow in the mud with our “ Warthog Hour ” or indulge in our ” Delightful Chocolate Experience ” or sooth yourself with our “ Slimming Green Tea Surprise.” Lifestyle therapies and La Culla face and body treatments are a heavenly feel too.
Relax and be pampered in the tranquillity of one of the treatment rooms sheltered from the sun overlooking the endless savannah welcomed by the soft glow of scented candles or enjoy the sheer pleasure of a massage on your own sundeck, therapeutic in itself.
Specialized traditional massages from around the world dating back thousands of years may be performed. We offer African hand and foot rituals as well as sensory facials experiences where our product houses are in line with nature…
You can purchase an extensive retail range in face, body, nail care and aromatherapy blends, herbal teas and a selection of books from our curio shop Relax in the caring hands of qualified therapists, each one with a highly tuned sense of touch with an understanding of the body and mind, eager to share their knowledge with you.
Please contact us for our day spa packages which includes a light lunch overlooking our water hole. We also offer treatments on your deck. Please contact us for day spa packages or 2 or 3 day inclusive packages if your primary need is wellness.
Activities
Every day in the bush brings a new experience, as nature reveals her wealth
of beauty. Enjoy the exciting unpredictability of an early-morning game
drive with an expert ranger whose hawk-eyes will spot memorable moments
...a leopard sitting on a rock licking his paws ...the black rhino with
attitude ...the watchful matriarch elephant, bigger than you ever imagined
...a pride of lions relaxing in the shade ...grazing zebras forming patterns
in the grass ...the 'painted' wild dogs in their den ...giraffes, the
lookout towers of the bush.
Madikwe has a vast diversity of birds with over 300 species recorded so far – perhaps you’ll be the one who adds another to the list.
If you prefer, a sunset game drive is the best time to enjoy rush hour at the water hole. We offer two dame drives per day inclusive in our package.
We also offer golf as an activity. We offer the choice between the lovely Phakalane Golf Estate in Gaberone only 45 minutes away or the Sun City 'Gary Player' golf course that is 2 hours away.
Bush Walks
Get closer to the heartbeat of Africa by taking a walk through the bush.
Your guide will explain the medicinal value of trees and plants, and delight
you with stories of the magical powers often attributed to them, identify
grass and bird species and pick the bitter-sweet fruit of a maroela for
you to taste.
An interesting phenomenon is the ‘Castles of Clay’, huge termite mounds. The top of the 'castle' always faces northwest, while the temperature inside the mound remains a constant 37 degrees Fahrenheit.
Star Gazing
For those of you fascinated by planets, the solar system or the wonder
of the Southern skies, enrich your stay at Etali with an evening of stargazing.
Explore the wonder of the Southern Cross, the awesome beauty of the Jewel
Box, or the Milky Way at its best. Our telescope will allow you to focus
on the best sightings for your time of stay.
The night skies in the African bush are something very special. Millions of stars seem to shine with a brilliance and clarity that one can only enjoy far from the city lights. Planets, galaxies and star clusters all look spectacular in a small telescope in the dark skies of the bushveld.
Weddings
At Etali we offer the perfect setting for your wedding day. Contact us
for our wedding packages.
Location
Etali Safari Lodge is just 3 1/2 hours’ drive from Johannesburg,
or if you wish to fly in, a 50-minute flight takes you to a 1 200 metre
gravel airstrip where the adventure begins …
DIRECTIONS TO ETALI
Please refuel at Sun Village / Zeerust as there is no fuel available inside
the reserve. There are 2 routes to Etali:
1. Via Rustenburg/ZeerustVia Rustenburg/Zeerust will take approximately four to four and a half hours (depending on amount of stops made) to the Abjagterskop Gate and another hour inside the Game Reserve.
2. Via Sun City/MolatediVia Sun City/Molatedi will take approximately three to three and a half hours to the Molatedi Gate and another thirty minutes inside the Game Reserve. (This is the route we prefer to use). It is advisable to fill up with fuel at the Sun Village, just after the Sun City entrance on the right as there is no fuel available inside the reserve.
After passing Sun City on the right, continue straight (approximately 5 km) until you reach a four-way junction. Turn right to DERDEPOORT. Follow the road for approximately 8 kms and turn left at the sign saying, "BAPONG" (ignoring ALL signs saying "MADIKWE") after passing through MABESKRAAL at the 4 way junction/stop turn right to DERDEPOORT.
After 26kms the road will become gravel, the Dwarsberg Liquor Store will be on your left. Continue straight along this road, passing through the Molatedi village, over the Marico River and straight to the MOLATEDI GATE entrance into the Park.
From here, just follow the signs to Derde poort gate, until you get a Etali safari lodge sign. We are 21 km from this gate.
Road transfer
A road transfer at an estimated cost of R2500.00 one way for two pax and
R200.00 per additional person extra. (this needs to be confirmed with
specific needs of the group).
Fly in options
A scheduled flight by Madikwe Air leaves from JIA to Madikwe every day
at 11h15 and returns from Madkwe at 13h30 to JIA. The flying time is about
50 minutes and the rate is availible upon request. Guests can be met and
greeted at JIA and taken to the Fed Air business lounge where they can
make use of the facilities, enjoy refreshments and off load e mails.
On their return they will be taken to the terminals in time for connecting flights. There is place available to store luggage and guests will be allowed 20kg of luggage on the flight. A pick up or drop off at Sun City is possible at an additional cost.
Another option is to fly in by helicopter, an awesome experience but a more expensive option. The rate varies according to the amount of guests flying and the time of stay. If the pilot can stay over, the rate is very favourable. A charter in a fixed wing can also be arranged, the rate is availible upon request.
AIRSTRIP & HELICOPTER PAD CO-ORDINATES
For pilots flying in: Please fill in the indemnity form and fax it to
us before take off.
Airstrip Co-ordinated: 24°44'00" S and 26°24'27" EElevation: 3200 FTRunway direction: East/West 11/290Length: 1200 m gravel.
Helicopter coordinates: 24°42.71" S and 26°20.74"
Email
Etali Safari Lodge Reservations: booksa@madbookings.com
