Johannesburg

Renowned for its populations of African wild dogs Madikwe is a malaria free Big 5 safari destination. A combination of beautiful terrain, high concentrations of wildlife (specially predators), luxury lodges, brilliant rangers and within easy reach of Johannesburg International airport make the Madikwe Game Reserve one of our favourite reserves in South Africa.

Hidden in a legendary lost jungle lies Sun City resort and the Palace of the Lost City. Extravagantly opulant hotels, casinos, theatres, restaurants, bars, discos, shops, a wave pool, sandy beach, botanical jungle, desert-style golf course with real crocodiles and the next door Big 5 safari reserve make up this glittering African gem of a destination.

This up-and-coming mountain filled wilderness reserve is the home of an extraordinary diversity of wildlife and flora. The celebrated Big 5, luxury lodges, horse-back safaris, game viewing in the mountains with expansive views, large numbers of vultures and malaria free status gives the Waterberg a unique safari status.