Join the Madikwe Photo Safari for an exclusive wildlife photography experience in the heart of the malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve. With access to a small, intimate lodge, this safari offers unparalleled access to Big 5 wildlife, black rhinos, cheetahs, and wild dogs. Red sands, rocky outcrops, and open grasslands provide stunning backdrops for your photography. Available on an exclusive-use basis, this tour is perfect for private groups seeking an immersive and personalized safari adventure.
- Exclusive use of a luxury lodge, including a guide
- Twice daily game drives, with flexible times
- 6 nights, 7 days of exciting game viewing
- Road Transfers from Johannesburg (+/- 4.5 hours) (Flights available on request at an additional cost)
- All meals and house drinks
- All park and conservation fees
- Standard lodge gratuities
- Accommodation
- SATIB indemnity cover (kindly note that this does not replace guest travel insurance)
- International flights
- Passport & visa costs (if required)
- Items of a personal nature
- Premium wines
- Accommodation pre and post the safari
- A 50% deposit is required to confirm your booking outside of our Early Bird promotions.
- Credit card payments are accepted via a secure link shared by our finance team.
- Direct deposits and EFT/wire payments qualify for a discounted rate.
AVAILABLE DATES
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YOUR ITINERARY
DAY 1
A morning road transfer from Johannesburg will see an arrival at Nkurru Private Lodge, Madikwe Game Reserve just in time for a delicious lunch. Lunch is usually followed by a brief camp induction and some time with your Wild Eye guide.Thereafter guests head out on the first afternoon game drive which will officially kick off our Madikwe safari. Returning to the lodge shortly after dark, we'll be met with drinks, dinner and conversation around the fire place.DAY 2 - 6
Each day starts off early with coffee and rusks on the deck, and a quick discussion regarding the day’s goals and activities. We will then head out on early morning game drive. We are not restricted by any lodge schedules and have complete flexibility in terms of the duration and focus of our drives. Breakfast and lunch will be served upon our return to the lodge, followed by ad-hoc Lightroom editing sessions and presentations on any questions and techniques the group may want to explore in more detail. Enjoy one on one time with your guide or enjoy some downtime in your luxury room. We will then head out on our second game drive of the day in the afternoon. We’ll likely focus on animals at waterholes, or follow up on predators found on the morning safari. Game drive will continue into the early evening as we search for nocturnal animals under spotlight. Dinner will be held around an open fire overlooking the waterhole. Watch as shy animals come in to the waterhole for an evening drink. Should any guests wish to talk through some of the photographs from the day, this could be done before or after dinner.DAY 7
The last day will start much the same as the others. Coffee and rusks followed by a full morning safari. Upon returning to the lodge there will be time to pack and to enjoy a later breakfast together. Departure from the lodge will be no later than 11:00am, signalling the end of this wonderful safari experience.
YOUR SAFARI CO-ORDINATOR
Randy Moletsane
"At the heart of my motivation is the satisfaction of helping people achieve their travel aspirations & creating unforgettable memories for our guests. Witnessing the genuine joy on their faces and hearing about their experiences upon their return is the ultimate reward. Moreover, I have a profound fascination with the natural world, and a deep love for wildlife. Understanding the circle of life and how nature functions has always been a source of inspiration for me.
I believe this passion allows me to connect with our guests on a deeper level and create tailored experiences that are both authentic and meaningful."
