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Etali Safari Lodge

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Madikwe Game Reserve, South Africa
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Etali Safari Lodge
4.5 of 5 stars 31 Reviews
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Gaborone, Botswana
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30 reviews 30 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

First, I must say that I only spent the day here during a business meeting. I neither stayed overnight nor saw a room. I did *not* go on a safari drive. I had very *little* contact with the staff outside of the employees in the main part of the lodge. That said, Etali is a very nice lodge. The food... More

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South Africa
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2012

Thank you Moses and your team for a wonderful 3 days in Etali.you went beyond the call of duty for my family.accomodation,food and boma were outstanding thank you guys! More

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cambridge, MA
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2012

We had an excellent time at Etali! Four of us stayed there for 4 days in early February. Moses (manager), as well our guides, Laz and Doc, provided excellent service and were our friends in short time. Their knowledge of Madikwe and the wildlife, as well as their interest in providing us with an excellent experience is something we will... More

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unitied kingdom
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 February 2012
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We stayed for one night at the end of January at very short notice. Friendly and clean with knowledagable guide. Nothing more to say really other than if you are considering it then do it. More

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cesena
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 January 2012

Our first experience in safari: two families overall 6 persons (4 adults and 2 kids 16 years old). We have been surprised by wild bush and location of Etali : the lodhe was completely hidden in the wild nature. We spent three beautiful days; food was great : always tasteful and ready when we left for safari and when we... More

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melbourne
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 December 2011

i cant say enough about etali its easily the most beautiful and intimate hotel i have stayed in. we drove 4 and a half hours from joburg and were greeted warmly . nothing was too much for the staff who were more than happy to cater to our every whim. the scenery is magical, the game drives amazing and filled... More

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Johannesburg
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40 reviews 40 reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 December 2011

We visited Etali twice and both times we had a wonderful time. The suites are spacious and private. We enjoy sharing a bottle of wine while relaxing in the outdoor whirlpool. The game drives always exceed our expectations. The ranger is accompanied by a tracker who assists him with the spotting of animals. The wild dogs are always a highlight... More

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scarborough
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 November 2011

We visited Etali for 3 nights in October. This was our first safari experience but will not be our last. This is such a wonderful place to stay from the luxury accomodation, the friendly helpful staff, the exquisite food and last but by no means least the amazing drives!!! If you are reading these reviews to help you decide whether... More

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Lincoln, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 November 2011

We are a party of seven who between us, have been fortunate enough to travel the world quite extensively. As such this review is based on what we all thought of our stay at Etali. We booked Etali for our wedding venue. Both my husband and I had been to Madikwe game reserve before and having fell in love with... More

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Washington DC, District of Columbia
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 June 2011
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We came to Etali at the last minute because we wanted to experience a safari after doing one in Sun City. The lodge is stunning-decorated beautifully with soaring ceilings, fireplaces and whirlpools on each deck. Every time we left the room we came back to fresh towels-ice, water, tea. There is a well stocked mini bar for midnight munchies but... More

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