Three exclusive-use houses, located in the malaria free Madikwe Game Reserve offer an impressive level of luxury and flexibility.
Why you'll love it here
- Enjoy your house and bush at your own rhythm and pace as the Morukuru Family tailor to your safari
- Discover Madikwe with your own private safari vehicle and tracker for prime game viewing
- For those adventurous spirits arrange a romantic sleep-out under the stars at Morukuru hide
- Morukuru Family Madikwe are part of the Relais & Chateaux collection
Best For
- Adults Only, Honeymoon, Family, Toddlers (0-3), Kids (4-12), Teens (13+)
Lucy
Travel Specialist
Included in your holiday
- Lounge passes and meet & greet service in UK airports
- Transfers to and from your hotel
- All flight luggage allowances
- Personal concierge service
- 24/7 assistance when travelling
- Full ATOL protection
Full accommodation information
Hotel information
Nestled in the heart of the Malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve in South Africa, the Morukuru Family houses are beautifully appointed intimate bush villas, suited to groups of friends and families looking for an exclusive-use bush retreat.
Booked on an exclusive-use basis, an exceptional team of dedicated staff will take care of your every need. You will have a personal manager, ranger, chef, butler, tracker, nanny and housekeeping staff, together with a private game viewing vehicle and game ranger. Each home operates a sustainably off-grid using solar power.
Morukuru Owner's House is tucked beneath the leafy canopy, on the banks of the Marico River. The contemporary European style with a hint of African individualism comes with a well-stocked wine cellar, intimate library and digital entertainment collection at your leisure. The two-bedroomed exclusive retreat is perfect for honeymooners, couples or a small family and offers private spaces, an infinity pool and an elevated sala in the pristine natural setting.
Morukuru River House comprises of three luxury bedrooms and is perched on the banks of the main perennial Marico River. Aside from its generous size, this exquisitely appointed spacious safari escape has state-of-the-art satellite TV, Playstation, computer with internet and DVD's to keep everyone entertained.
Morukuru Farm House located on the sought-after Morukuru Family private concession offers guests the opportunity to enjoy bush meals and late night game drives after dinner. The house has been tastefully designed with warm, neutral palette and a bespoke Afro-chic accents making this a popular choice. All five uniquely decorated bedrooms are linked to the main area by a covered walkway.
Facilities/Amenities
Facilities vary in each house although the dedicated team assigned make for an exclusive safari.
Activities & Entertainment
All activities are tailormade to your preference, with no fixed time schedules.
Discover Madikwe's premier malaria free wildlife in the 75,000 hectare. Madikwe is home to the 'Magnificent Seven' namely the elephant, lion, Cape buffalo, black and white rhino, cheetah, along with the African wild dog, 350 bird species and various antelope.
Extra activities included are bird-watching, fishing, fun outdoor mini-adventures for junior guests, romantic starlit sleep-out in the hide, bush breakfasts and lunches, candle lit dinners and memorable mountaintop or river braais.
Optional activities are Local dancers from the nearby Molatedi village, African drumming lessons and massages by onsite therapists.
Sustainability Initiatives & Responsible Tourism
Morukuru Family strongly believes in giving back to Africa and to its wildlife, in the form of preservation and conservation and to the local communities through education, empowerment and encouragement. Morukuru are involved in various Wildlife and Community projects: removing alien vegetation from Madikwe Game Reserve, assisting th Molatedi school library with books as well as scoccer kits for the up and coming soccer stars and recycling initiatives.
South Africa travel information
- Time zone: +2 GMT
- Flight time: 11-12 hours
- Recommended airlines: Emirates, British Airways, KLM, Qatar Airways
- Currency: South African Rand
- Tipping guideline: 10-15%
- Health considerations: There is a risk of malaria in certain areas of South Africa, including the Kruger National Park. However, transmission occurs typically between the months of September and May only. In June, July and August, the risk is considered to be very low. There is a low to very low risk of malaria in the rest of South Africa throughout the year.There is no risk of yellow fever in South Africa, however, yellow fever vaccination is required for travellers arriving from countries with risk of yellow fever transmission.
- Capital: Pretoria, Cape Town, and Bloemfontein
- Population: 61,020,221
- National languages: 11 official languages including English, Afrikaans, isiZulu, and Xhosa
- Electricity and plugs: Type C, D, M, N, 230V
- Mobile phone coverage: Good coverage
- UK passport visa requirements: You don't need a visa for South Africa if you have a British passport - for a maximum of 90 days
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Lucy
Travel Specialist
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