Madikwe Game Reserve Lodge: Stay at Jaci’s

Your stay at Jaci’s is built around the rhythm of the reserve. Twice-daily game drives take you into Madikwe at the most rewarding times of day, with expert guides, open safari vehicles and the chance to see the Big Five, wild dog, cheetah, giraffe, zebra, birdlife and many other species.

But the safari experience does not stop when the vehicle returns to camp.

Spend time in the Terrapin Hide, enjoy the stillness of the decks, watch the light change over the bush, dine under open skies, or arrange a more specialist experience such as photographic safaris, conservation safaris, bush walks, birding or stargazing.

At Jaci’s, safari is not only about what you see. It is about how deeply you feel connected to where you are.

Many Madikwe lodges offer wildlife, suites and beautiful views. Jaci’s stands apart because it combines premium safari comfort with a warmer, more personal style of hospitality.

The lodge does not try to feel like everywhere else. It celebrates colour, texture, family, food, storytelling and the personality of Madikwe. The result is a safari stay that feels polished but still alive with character.

For couples, it feels intimate.
For families, it feels welcoming.
For private groups, it feels flexible.
For photographers, it offers rare access to a purpose-built hide.
For conscious travelers, it offers a stronger connection to community and conservation.

That is the Jaci’s difference.

Jaci’s offers an all-inclusive safari experience designed for ease, comfort and immersion.

Rates include twice-daily game drives, all meals, select local house drinks, Wi-Fi, and transfers to and from the Eastern Airstrip. Madikwe reserve fees are payable in addition to accommodation, and selected extras such as spa treatments and specialist activities may be charged separately.

This makes it easier to plan your stay with clarity while still enjoying the relaxed, generous feeling of a full safari experience.

Dining at Jaci’s is an essential part of the safari experience. From early morning breakfasts after a game drive to relaxed lunches and beautifully prepared evening meals, every menu is created to complement your time in the bush.

Fresh ingredients, generous flavours and warm hospitality shape each dining experience. Enjoy sundowners as the sun sets over Madikwe, memorable bush breakfasts and carefully prepared dinners inspired by the surroundings.

Meals are served in different settings around the lodge, including open air decks, the riverside boma and intimate spaces beneath the stars. Whether travelling as a couple, family or private group, dining at Jaci’s feels personal, relaxed and distinctly connected to Madikwe.

Jaci’s Private Lodge is accessible by both air and road.

Guests can fly from OR Tambo International Airport to Madikwe’s Eastern Airstrip, followed by a short lodge transfer. Road transfers and self-drive options are also available from Johannesburg, Rustenburg and Gaborone.

If you are unsure which route is best, the reservations team can help guide you based on your travel plans.