The Camp

Location: Madikwe Game Reserve, South Africa
Number of Suites: 5

Molori Safari Lodge features five distinctive suites, each with climate-control options of air conditioning, fireplace heating or open-air temperatures via floor-to-ceiling retractable glass walls that open onto a private deck and swimming pool. A spotting scope allows you to view wildlife from the luxury of your own veranda in between activities, so you never miss a thing. Each suite has an en suite bathroom with a free-standing soaking tub, separate indoor shower and refreshing outdoor shower. Accommodations include five uniquely decorated suites including two premier suites (Ngwedi and Lesedi), one premier family suite (Sephiri) and two presidential suites (Metsi and Molelo). The style is modern, chic and eclectic with a mix of light, airy fabrics and colors, local African artworks and artifacts, modern and antique furnishings, stone, glass, wood, water and thatch. The main lodge comprises four dining areas, a library, a large living room and bar, and an outdoor deck featuring a hot spa bath and twin infinity pools. A rim-flow chilled spa bath is also situated on the highest mountainside deck for optimal wildlife viewing.

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Facilities & Amenities

• En suite bathroom with tub and indoor/outdoor showers
• Shampoo, soap and lotion
• Hair dryer
• Air conditioning
• Fireplace
• Mini bar
• Tea/coffee in room
• 220v charging outlets in room
• In-room safe
• Private plunge pool
• Two central pools
• Observatory
• Spa
• Gym
• Wi-Fi in room
• Laundry included
• Local drinks included (house alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks)
• Credit cards accepted

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Wildlife Viewing & Activities

Molori is situated deep within the Madikwe Game Reserve in a secluded area of the 185,000-acre conservancy. Madikwe is home to the Big Five as well as two of Africa's most elusive predators, cheetah and wild dog. With roughly 400 wild dogs remaining in South Africa, Madikwe has one of the strongest denning populations. Wildlife drives take place during the day and at night in open 4x4 vehicles hosted by an experienced and armed guide. Equally exciting night drives reveal a variety of nocturnal wildlife, including leopard, honey badger and smaller members of the cat family. Seasonally, and depending on grass levels, guided walks with certified guides offer a different perspective on the bush while tracking animals on foot. Other activities may include rhino tagging, which is an optional conservation activity that can be pre-arranged at a additional cost, or a wild dog expedition for more in-depth study of the species, including tracking them in the early morning and learning about their social hierarchy and cooperative hunting techniques.

Madikwe's common large mammal and predator sightings are illustrated in the below chart. Other typical sightings may include warthogs, baboons, a variety of birds and a number of other mammals and reptiles. Exact sightings will depend on weather and wildlife movements.

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