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Buffalo Ridge Safari Lodge is a 16-bed luxury
facility designed by Nick Plewman, an acclaimed small lodge designer.
The lodge is situated at a prime site in the west of the Madikwe Game
Reserve, straddling the Tweedepoort Ridge with expansive views across
the northern plains and Inselbergs. The central lodge sits on the slopes
of a hill across a ravine, separating it from the chalets. Each of the
chalets is positioned on the ridge with expansive views to the north.
Buffalo Ridge Safari Lodge opened in November 2004.
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Accommodation
The lodge has 8 suites, each with their own viewing deck, decorated in
natural hues of colour and texture, offering a very private and
luxurious experience. The thatched suites, with sliding doors from each
room and shower allow the guest to experience a oneness with the
bushveld. |
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Facilities
The main lodge is spectacularly located on two tiers of the ridge,
accessed via a wooden bridge that crosses a ravine surrounded by rock
figs. Each of the living areas has its own character, mood and style
providing guests with a choice of breathtaking views and tranquil
spaces. The lodge has reception, dining, lounge, upper and lower deck
and swimming pool areas. |
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Activities
Open vehicle game drives, walks, tracking, stargazing, bush dining,
birding, botany interests. Madikwe is home to a tremendous diversity of
fauna and flora, including both black and white rhino, buffalo,
elephant, lion, leopard, cheetah and wild dog. The lodge is a superb
walking and open vehicle safari destination where guests are accompanied
by well-trained and informative rangers who are able to interpret the
many encounters whilst on safari. |
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What to take
Walking shoes, sun hat, sunglasses, sun block, cameras, binoculars,
light clothing and bathing suit in summer and warm clothing and jackets
in winter. |
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Climate
Summer - October to March
Rainy season with hot days and warm nights. Temperatures 25°C - 40°C.
Winter - April to September
Dry season with generally warm days and cold nights. Temperatures 0°C -
25°C. |
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Rates include -
All meals, teas and coffees
Game drives and bush walks
Return transfers to Madikwe Air Strip |
Rates exclude -
Bar services
Room levy of R 10.00 per person per night paid in camp
Gate fee of R 50.00 per person
Landing fee of R 100.00
All other transfers |
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Payment details
In order to confirm your booking, a 50% deposit is required. Please note
that your booking will only be confirmed on receipt of your deposit.
Balance is due one-month prior to travel. |
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Should the reservation be cancelled -
Between six and four weeks of arrival -
50% of the total amount will be forfeited
Within four weeks of arrival -
100% of the total amount will be forfeited
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How to get there
Daily scheduled flights are operated from Johannesburg International
Airport to the Madikwe Airstrip with Federal Air / Madikwe Air Charters.
Private air-charters are organised on request. It is only a 4-hour drive
from Johannesburg to Buffalo Ridge (Please request a map on
reservation). |
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Reservations |
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