LOCATION: Inside the malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve (Madikwe means “Africa in its majesty”), 185,000+ acres of diverse landscapes, ranging from open grasslands, to rocky outcrops, mountains and woodlands. One of the largest private game reserves in South Africa, Madikwe supports an enormous range of wildlife and is o­pen only to guests of the safari lodges within its boundaries.

SETTING: Nestling up to a ridge, Elala Villa offers sweeping views over the Madikwe Game Reserve. 

ACCOMMODATION: Each of Elela’s three spacious luxury suites has a private lounge, fireplace, viewing deck and plunge pool. Wi-Fi in rooms and public areas.

HIGHLIGHTS: Named after the Setswana phrase ‘to flow as water’, the 2,206 sq ft Elela Villa is perfect for families, small groups, or couples desiring privacy and opulence in a breathtaking natural setting. The beauty of the landscape and superb malaria-free safari experience in an exclusive setting. Wildlife highlights range from the prized Big Five (elephant, black and white rhino, lion, leopard and Cape buffalo) to cheetahs, zebras, endangered wild dogs and other unique species like oryx, springbok, etc. Traversing is across the entire reserve, while off-road driving, night drives and safari walks are offered.

ACTIVITIES: Morning and afternoon game drives, safari walks, sundowners, bush dinners and breakfasts. The Madikwe Safari Lodge Spa is close by and guests can also access the gym at Lelapa.

CHILD POLICY: Elela Villa welcomes children 12 and over.

GETTING THERE: Regular one-hour scheduled flights on Federal Air from Johannesburg (connects to Sabi Sands/Kruger in reverse direction) land at airstrip 10min from Madikwe Safari Lodge. Private plane or helicopter charters are an option too. Madikwe is a convenient 4hr drive from Johannesburg, so road transfers or self-drives are also possible.

OPEN: Open year-round.

 

MADIKWE SAFARI LODGE - Elela Villa Website