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Jamala Madikwe

Madikwe Game Reserve 2838, South Africa
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Jamala Madikwe
5.0 of 5 stars 24 Reviews
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Strasbourg, France
Top Contributor
135 reviews 135 reviews
Reviews in 69 cities Reviews in 69 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012

Stayed at Jamala Madikwe for a short weekend in march. I was the only guest and I felt very well there.Rodney and Nico were excellent hosts and made me feel very confortable and very well taken care of. The food was outstanding and service perfect! The lodge is beautiful, only 5 cottages with a nice terrace and private pool overlooking... More

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Rodney Steyn, Owner at Jamala Madikwe, responded to this review
23 May 2012

Thank you for your review of Jamala Madikwe. It is always great to get positive feedback. Thank you for your praise of the outstanding food and Big 5 game at the waterhole viewable from the deck. I seem to remember a Leopard with some Hyaena one evening during dinner which even for us living here, is always a spectacular sighting.... More

The World
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012

An absolutely faultless experience from the moment we arrived to the moment we left. The rooms are beautifully appointed with everything you could ask for and more, with attention pid to the finest details. The game drives were great, unhurried, really allowing you to experience the bush. Food and service were outstanding, and sitting on the deck watching the game... More

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Rodney Steyn, Owner at Jamala Madikwe, responded to this review
2 May 2012

Thank you for your review and praise. We are motivated more every time we receive a great review and then strive to exceed what we normally do. We certainly are privileged with our location and proximity to our waterhole, making sightings that much more comfortable to watch. On behalf of myself, Nico, Lucky and the rest of the staff, thank... More

Sandton
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 March 2012

The views from the deck are astounding! We saw a all the "big five" within a few days, without moving. From the selfish privacy and comfort of the most enchanting, spectacularly appointed suites or as we choose the communal deck and library. Sipping sundowners on sofas while the elephants slurp, gurgle and growl right ahead, is unforgettable. The food -to... More

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Rodney Steyn, Owner at Jamala Madikwe, responded to this review
27 March 2012

Thank you both for your wonderful praise. We were very spoilt with the frequent sightings outside. Having all Big 5 out front is the Jamala Madikwe Deck and Couch Experience. Reason enough to come back again. Hope all your photographs are gems and we love the "Food-to-Diet for". Thank you from myself and the entire team here at Jamala Madikwe,... More

Johannesburg, South Africa
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 March 2012

My husband and I, along with three of our friends have just spent four idyllic nights and breathtaking days at Jamala. Apart from the stylish and luxurious villas and main lodge, the outstanding meals and high teas and the big five all right in front of our dinner table beside the waterhole, I have to say that Rodney must be... More

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Rodney Steyn, Owner at Jamala Madikwe, responded to this review
26 March 2012

Thank you so much Eloise for your kind words. Even though we live here, we were also spoilt with the sightings outside at the waterhole particularly the Leopard and certainly learnt some new photographic tips with the guys being so technically minded. Thank you D & R, appreciate your help. We look forward to another visit in the near future.... More

London, United Kingdom
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 February 2012

We've just had 3 competely perfect days at Jamala with our adult son and daughter and really I'm lost for words. The previous reviews have described the location, the rooms, the food, and the experience in detail so I will just say I agree with everything written, this place is truly stunning. Ridiculously luxurious yet warm and welcoming at the... More

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Rodney Steyn, Owner at Jamala Madikwe, responded to this review
18 February 2012

Dear Maggie, It was an absolute pleasure to have you here as our guests to experience a few highlights of what Africa has to offer. We certainly were blessed with exceptional sightings right in front of the lodge and hope this memory will remain with you. Thank you on behalf of myself Rodney, Nico and the entire Jamala Madikwe family... More

Oakland, California
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 January 2012

From the warmest welcome ever received in our world travels to the most personalized service (including a photo CD of our experiences), Saun and Rodney and their impeccable staff spent 4 days making sure that we had a truly unforgettable luxury safari. Every need was anticipated. We eagerly anticipated every gourmet meal. Game drives with morning tea and evening "sundowners"... More

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Rodney Steyn, Owner at Jamala Madikwe, responded to this review
1 February 2012

Thank you Chris & Peggy, your review and praise is highly appreciated. It is always that much more special when we have fantastic guests like yourselves that motivates us. It was an absolute pleasure to meet and host you. We look forward to another special occasion. Kind regards Rodney and the entire Jamala Madikwe team More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 January 2012

Beyond doubt, Jamala Madikwe surpassed all our expectations in terms of service, quality of food, accomodation and the warmth and welcoming environment that Rodney and Dearest Shaun have created. It is truly a Royal game reserve and attention to minute elements has been made to make their guests feel at home. The staff was impeccable and courteous and polite. The... More

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Rodney Steyn, Owner at Jamala Madikwe, responded to this review
1 February 2012

Fariba, Nasser, Yasmin & Niloofar Thank you for these kind words and for sharing your family and friends with us. Tea time is not the same without you all. Shaun so thoroughly enjoyed your company. It was a great privilege for us to meet you and show you our little special space in Africa. Thank you from myself, Rodney and... More

Los Angeles
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 January 2012

I have traveled since I was eleven. Been to over sixty countries and I can truly say Jamala stands a head and shoulders above any other experience I have had before. It is supreme luxury amidst a beautiful wild nature reserve with a staff that has created a truly personal and unique environment. There are only 5 luxury bungalows, each... More

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Rodney Steyn, Owner at Jamala Madikwe, responded to this review
1 February 2012

Dear Firouzeh, your words are such a compliment to us. For someone who has travelled as much as you have, to bestow us with such kind praise is all the reward we need. You know we enjoyed your company immensely (even though you snuck away quietly early in the evenings). We wish you many more happy journeys around the world... More

Bermuda
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 November 2011
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"Natural elegance", along with exquisite accomodations, sublime hosts and extraordinary cuisine makes Jamala Madikwe an imperative stop on any traveler's itinerary. I have been fortunate to visit not once but twice now and will return to my home away from home for many years to come. I cry when I arrive because I am so happy to be back and... More

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shaunroe, Owner at Jamala Madikwe, responded to this review
20 November 2011

Zoe, you completely take our breath away! We love your very special friendship and wonderful support of Jamala Madikwe. Your return to this lodge is the greatest compliment we could ever wish for. More

los angeles
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28 reviews 28 reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 November 2011
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Imagine rather than bouncing along on yet another land rover, you instead are invited to the beautiful Estate of a friend with a private game reserve, where both in the main residence and the guest houses, money was no object. This was what we found at Jamala Madikwe. Every need taken care of, every detail attended to. It was akin... More

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shaunroe, Owner at Jamala Madikwe, responded to this review
17 November 2011

Thank you Ashley and Douglas for sharing your experience at Jamala Madikwe and taking the time to craft this wonderful review. We wish to pay tribute to extraordinary people, such as yourselves, whose powerful creative energy and deep appreciation of our world continues to inspire each and every one of us, heightens our passion and provides for a clear direction... More

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Madikwe Game Reserve 2838, South Africa
Price range (per night):* 1,509 AUD

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