The adventure begins the moment you arrive at Madikwe Game Reserve. An African welcome awaits you at the lodge. Rhulani means "relax" so we invite you to sit back and enjoy the African bush with us! Creating Rhulani has been both stimulating and inspirational. We set out to transform the ordinary into the extraordinary, to build a modern-day refuge, an oasis of calm, a place to nourish the soul and lift the spirit. We invite you to experience the serenity and harmony of this special place with us – come celebrate nature, celebrate life.
Rhulani Safari Lodge
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All you need to know
Intro
Highlights
5 Star private lodge - Unforgettable bush experience - Malaria-free Big 5 Reserve - Absolute privacy and silence - We treat our guests like royalty - Experience and “can-do-mentality” - Excellent value for money - Warm, family-friendly atmosphere
Need To Know
We are redecorating Rhulani, and have commissioned South African interior design company Flipswitch for this important task. Our new look will be revealed in the first semester 2015. It is a complex and subtle job: we are a luxury, five-star lodge with all the services and amenities of a five-star hotel – but we want our guests to feel, smell, see and hear the bush, so we take great care in creating the perfect balance of stimuli. Our objective is to create a unique Rhulani feeling. We are keeping our colour palette – brown, beige and terracotta that are inspired by the changing colours of the Earth, with added splashes of red and yellow. The addition of yellow and coral red symbolises the African sunrise and sunset. Our earthy tones are embedded in nature. In much the same way, Rhulani was designed and built to blend as much as possible into its surroundings. It is only when you are at Rhulani and observe its incredible wildlife that you truly appreciate how perfectly all the elements of nature interact – as they always have. Come and visit the new Rhulani – inside and out, it will be a feast for your senses.
Safaris
Game viewing: Experience the sensational game viewing opportunities that await you at Rhulani, whether it is from an open Land Cruiser, or from the front of the lodge at the nearby waterhole Birdwatching: Discover some of the 350 bird species Madikwe boasts. Bush walks: Feel the butterflies in your stomach and experience the African bush by going on a guided a bush walk with our qualified ranger
Wildlife
Madikwe is one of the largest reserves in South Africa – 75 000 hectares of pristine, malaria-free bushveld. The reserve is well known for its abundant wildlife (including the "Madikwe Top 10") and diversity of habitats. Rhulani offers visitors a unique and personalised bush adventure, going every extra mile to ensure their Madikwe memories linger for years to come. Madikwe has the distinction of being one of the few game reserves in the world to be proclaimed purely on these grounds. Thousands of healthy animals have been released into the reserve, including elephant, rhino, buffalo, lion, cheetah, African wild dog (Madikwe is the first fenced reserve where wild dog were released), spotted hyena, giraffe, zebra and many species of antelope and herbivores. Leopards were already on the land before it was fenced off. Madikwe also boasts an incredible 350 bird species, making the reserve a paradise for any enthusiastic birdwatcher.
Quick Facts
Region
Africa
Safari Operators
Safari Lodge (less than 20 rooms)
Average Stay
3 nights on average Safari experienced local guests sometimes stay for 2 nights, international guests for 4 nights
Average Price
Individual Rates
Luxury private chalet
Rates are per person sharing per night (incl VAT):
R7,200 - Valid 6 January 2019 - 12 Decemnber 2019
R8,640 - Valid 13 December 2019 - 4 January 2020
Surcharge of 50% applies for single use. One extra bed for a child (stretcher bed) up to 15 years can be added. Children under the age of 6 years stay free of charge. Children between 6 and 15 years pay 50% of the adult rate when sharing the room with two adults.
Luxury family suite
Rates are for up to six people (four adults, two children) sharing the suite per night (incl VAT):
R36,000 - Valid 6 January 2019 - 12 Decemnber 2019
R43,200 - Valid 13 December 2019 - 4 January 2020
Group Rates
Travel groups receive the following discounts on their booking:
8 - 9 adults: 5%
10 - 11 adults: 7.5%
12 adults or more: 10%
Exclusive use of Rhulani
Rates are for the exclusive use of the entire lodge for up to 18 people per night (incl VAT)
R110,160 - Valid 6 January 2019 - 12 Decemnber 2019
R132,192 - Valid 13 December 2019 - 4 January 2020
Conference Rates
We have Conference Facility for 25 people. Please contact our Front of House for special conditions.
Last Minute Rates
Bookings within 14 days of travel receive a discount of 40%.
Special Rates
Follow our announcements on our website blogs or find out more by contacting our Front of House.
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Rate inclusions & exclusions
Inclusions
- Complimentary welcome drinks
- Luxury accommodation
- Free WiFi internet in your room and all lodge areas
- Stocked Nespresso coffee machine with complimentary tea & coffee in your room
- Well stocked minibar in your room
- 2 game drives of 3 - 3.5 hours each in an open game viewer, accompanied by a qualified ranger
- Complimentary sundowners on game drive
- All meals and snacks on a full board basis (includes breakfast / brunch, high tea, dinner, bottled water)
- Selected local drinks which includes a personal selection of house wines, spirits, soft drinks, tea's and coffees
- Lunch on your day of arrival (upon request)
- Emergency Medical Assistance
- Pick-up and drop-off at Madikwe's Western airstrip
Exclusions
- Madikwe Game Reserve Gate Entry Fee: ZAR 180, Children < 12 years ZAR 80; Fly In Fees: Adults ZAR 240, Children under 12 ZAR 150 - Fee is applicable per stay, VAT inclusive, subject to change without prior notice.
- Madikwe Conservation Levy: ZAR 150, Children 2 - 11 years ZAR 75 - Levy is applicable per person per night, VAT inclusive, subject to change without prior notice.
- All premium rated wines, spirits and imported champagnes, cigars & cigarettes
- Massages, bushwalks, laundry, curios, excursions, private vehicle
- Gratuities
All excluded items not prepaid by the guest can be paid at check-out.
Child Policy
Children of all ages are welcome! Children under 12 are permitted on safari at the sole discretion of the field guide; Children under the age of 6 are not permitted on safari. A bumble drive can be organized in such cases after breakfast. Rhulani offers a complimentary children’s kit. There is a kiddie’s corner equipped with toys and DVD’s. We offer a children’s menue option. Babysitting service is available. Children Rates: 0 to 5 years: free of charge, 6 to 15 years 50% of the adult rate, 16 years and older: full adult rate when in their own chalet
Accommodation
Succumb to the peace and tranquillity of this spectacular setting. Enjoy the total privacy of your own private plunge pool while you relax in the spacious luxury of your private chalet. The seven chalets are air-conditioned for warm summer evenings and have a Morso fireplace for the cool winter nights. All rooms are fully equipped with coffee and tea stations and a fully stocked bar fridge. The en-suite bathrooms have an oval bath, twin basins, indoor and outdoor showers. The two-bedroom luxury family suite has two en-suite bedrooms, with outdoor showers. All the rooms lead onto a private deck with plunge pool. The extra-large bedrooms can accommodate two comfortable stretcher beds for children. The sofas in the lounge can also be converted into two single beds. You can have massage treatments in the privacy of your room or on your private deck. There is free wireless internet in all chalets and common areas of the lodge.
Accolades
2018 World Luxury Hotel Awards - Best Bush Lodge - Global Winner
2018 World Boutique Hotel Awards - Best Relexations Retreat in Africa
2018 Haute Grandeur Global Hotel Awards .- Best Game Lodge in South Africa
Season
Year round - we are open 365 days a year Each season has its fascinating facets. A hot summer from November to March brings rain and transforms nature into wonderful, green color. A long, dry winter from June to September brings sunny, pleasant days and cold nights.
Region
Africa
Safari Operators
Safari Lodge (less than 20 rooms)
