Rhulani Fact File
Essential information for planning a stay at Rhulani Safari Lodge.
Image © Rhulani Safari Lodge
Why Rhulani
Rhulani is a five-star safari lodge in the malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve. Its small-scale accommodation, private heated plunge pools and twice-daily guided safaris suit travellers looking for privacy, personal service and a highly accessible Big 5 experience.
The lodge combines six Luxury Private Chalets, one Luxury Chalet Premium and one two-bedroom Luxury Family Suite with varied indoor and outdoor dining, a waterhole observation hide and family-friendly services.
Choose your accommodation
Every category is detached and offers a heated plunge pool, private outdoor space, air conditioning, a Morsø fireplace, minibar, Nespresso station and Wi-Fi.
Six chalets
A spacious bedroom with en-suite bathroom, secluded outdoor shower, private terrace and uninterrupted reserve views.
One chalet · no. 7
A two-bedroom, one-bathroom configuration with a TV, private terrace, outdoor shower and heated plunge pool.
One suite
Two separate bedrooms, each with its own entrance and en-suite bathroom, connected by a shared lounge with TV.
Included experience
Two ranger-guided game drives operate daily in open vehicles, normally in the early morning and late afternoon. Each drive lasts approximately 3–3.5 hours; exact times vary seasonally.
Game viewing takes place throughout Madikwe, with opportunities to see the Big 5 and, potentially, the “Magnificent Seven” including cheetah and African wild dog.
Vehicles are normally limited to seven guests so the middle seat remains free. In exceptional operational circumstances, up to ten guests may be carried.
A private safari vehicle may be booked for the full stay at additional cost. Vehicles are limited and confirmed on a first-come, first-served basis.
Between safaris
A selection of facilities and services available during your stay; this is not an exhaustive list.
Clear answers for families
Participation in game drives is at the sole discretion of the field guide.
Not permitted on standard game drives. They may join on a private vehicle, subject to the ranger’s safety decision.
A complimentary mini-drive of about 30 minutes can be arranged after breakfast for smaller children not joining safari.
The destination
One of South Africa’s largest reserves: 75,000 hectares of malaria-free bushveld in North West Province, with no day-visitor facilities.
Orientation
The labelled aerial image shows the lodge’s natural setting, accommodation positions, main guest areas and generous separation between units in one clear reference.
Plan the journey
Road · Johannesburg
Good main roads connect Johannesburg and OR Tambo International Airport with Madikwe. Follow the official routing via Zeerust and Wonderboom Gate.
Road · Gaborone
The Kopfontein/Tlokweng border post on the R49 is open daily from 06:00 to 24:00. Allow extra time for immigration and customs, especially in busy periods.
Air & arranged transfers
Rhulani can arrange road transfers from Johannesburg, Pretoria or Gaborone, as well as scheduled or charter air options.
GPS: S24° 46’ 58.44” / E26° 11’ 13.56”
Extend the stay
Pre-bookable experiences can complement the standard Rhulani stay, including private drives, guided walks, cultural visits, celebrations and conservation-focused activities. Availability and conditions should always be checked on the live website.
Good to know
Our reservations team handles booking enquiries, including itineraries involving more than one intermediary. The team also handles travel trade contracting enquiries.
Rhulani caters for all diets. Advise the lodge in advance so that the kitchen can prepare appropriately.
The lodge is set in a natural bush environment and wheelchair access is limited. Contact reservations before booking so individual mobility needs can be assessed and the most suitable arrangements recommended.
English and Afrikaans are spoken on site. Remote support in German, Spanish, Italian, French and Portuguese is available on request through the off-site lodge owners.
Dutch-language enquiries: reservations@rhulani.com.
Reservations
For availability, bookings, special requirements or itinerary questions, contact Rhulani’s reservations team.
Always use the live source
Rates and booking terms can change. These links lead to Rhulani’s centrally maintained pages for the latest information.