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Overview

Owner managed and run, Jamala Madikwe is renowned for its attention to detail, award-winning fine food, spacious accommodation and personal service. Right in front of the lodge, a waterhole attracts a steady stream of wildlife.

Rooms

Five individual, air-conditioned villas offer the ultimate in privacy and include a comfortable lounge, a dining area, dressing room and en-suite bathroom with a free-standing bath and shower. Each has a private deck offering views of the nearby waterhole and open savannah. On the deck, there's a plunge pool, a sala and a private outdoor shower.

Facilities

There is a strong focus on the gourmet dining experience at Jamala. Chef Nico has won multiple awards and published his own cookbook. His meals are served in exquisite style at the Star Deck or the Boma. There is a spa offering a range of treatments, a small gym and a lap pool overlooking the bush. The twice-daily game drives head out at sunrise and sunset, or for those preferring a steadier pace, the watchtower affords the best ‘Sofa Safari’ experience with an uninterrupted view over the waterhole. Wi-Fi is available in the lounge and library areas.

Pool

Exercise Facilities

Firepit

Activities

Malaria free safaris

Nature walks

Wellness Treatments

Dining experience

Facilities may change. Some activities may be subject to an additional charge.

Our thoughts

This is the ultimate ‘sofa safari’ lodge – while game drives will always amaze, time spent game viewing from the watchtower will never disappoint.

The food is sublime and has won Best Safari Cuisine awards on numerous occasions. "


Jamala Madikwe
Jamala Madikwe Villa Bedroom

Jamala Madikwe Villa Bedroom

Jamala Madikwe Hot Tub

Jamala Madikwe Pool

Jamala Madikwe Spa

Jamala Madikwe Spa

Jamala Madikwe Pool Safari

Jamala Madikwe Pool Safari

Madikwe Hills Fine Cuisine

Fine Cuisine

Jamala Madikwe Fire Pit

Jamala Madikwe firepit

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Jamala Madikwe

Jamala sits nestled at the edge of a small grassy plane in the south eastern corner of the Madikwe Game Reserve.

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"The best trip we have ever had and we have had some wonderful holidays. Africa is a very special place - we will definitely be returning to South Africa."

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"African Pride throughout have been professional and patient with the group's changing needs. I couldn’t recommend African Pride highly enough. It was a holiday that we all now hold as one of the best we have ever had!! Thank you."

Mr B

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"We had a FABULOUS time. Even my husband, who was not keen on going, enjoyed the trip! We saw the Big 5 as well as many other animals. The vulture feeding at the Victoria Falls Safari Lodge was well worth watching. It is part of a foundation to keep these birds from becoming endangered. It was a great trip and my family loved it. Thank you so very much for all your help in making the trip a reality for us!!!"

Mrs V

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"We felt thoroughly spoiled and privileged to have had such a wonderful family holiday - we really enjoyed the whole experience. The boys loved the hike up Table Mountain, and cable car back down. We definitely benefited from a good exchange rate, so eating out as a family wasn’t a painful experience! The only thing I would have done differently is pack a few warmer layers for safari – always forget how cold Africa can be in the bush!"

Family G via Travel Counsellors

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