NORTH WEST PROVINCE
Whilst travelling in South Africa the North West Province is a
must see destination that is diverse and exciting. Available to you in the North
West are some of the finest game reserves, cultural sights, archaeological
treasures as well as entertainment resorts. Visitors seeking to experience the
wilderness and cultural treasures of the North West may do so conveniently
because of it's proximity to the Johannesburg International Airport and the
major centres of Johannesburg and Pretoria. The capital of the North West
Province is Mmabatho. Below is the latest weather observed at Mmabatho, click on
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The agricultural and mining production in the
North West plays a vital role in the boosting of the South African economy. The
principal products are namely gold, diamonds, maize, beef and sunflower seeds
and platinum, which is why the North West Province is called the platinum
province. While visiting the North West, the traditional warmth of the province
will be shared with you as well as the pride in the history and culture of the
province. The visitors to the North West can take home with them the lasting
bond of friendship that they will share and experience with the inhabitants of
the province.
Madikwe Game Reserve (78 000 Hectares)
[Mateya] [Jaci's Lodges] [Madikwe Hills] [Impodimo] [Makanyane] [Tau]
 Mateya
Safari Lodge
The pristine luxury of Mateya is nestled deep within the
malaria-free 75 000 hectare
Madikwe Game Reserve. In the midst of this untamed beauty
the rare super-seven
collection of game emerges in privileged and splendid moments. With
complete
abandonment you can relish the diverse landscape that is inhabited
by the richest
abundance of game on the continent. With
absolute finesse and style Mateya introduces a unique fusion of diverse
African heritage. Guests with a thirst for an unsurpassed blend of beauty,
discerning taste and cultural delights can relax and indulge in inspiration
drawn from every corner of the continent. Mateya has acquired one of the world’s
finest collections of art, each piece chosen for the way in which its canvas
captivates a vibrant feel for Africa.
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Jaci's Safari and Tree Lodge
Jaci's exceptional, privately owned lodges will
exceed all your safari expectations.
Situated in the Malaria Free Madikwe Game Reserve
boasting 75,000 hectares of "Big 5
territory.' You can also expect to see Wild Dog, both Black and
White Rhino, extensive
plains game, including Sable, Gemsbok, Springbok and Giraffe, as
well as over 340
species of birds.
Jaci's Safari Lodge and Jaci's Tree Lodge, invite you
to share the wildness of Africa in the exclusive luxury of our
magnificent Lodges in luxurious settings and style.
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Madikwe Hills Private Game Lodge
At the edge of the Marico River and under a grove of
Tamboti and Marula trees alike,
you will find yourself enchanted by a world of intrigue and
majestic beauty. MADIKWE
HILLS is where the plains still team with game and the acacia
savannah symbolizes a
paragon of beauty.
Traversing over 75,000 hectares of true, untamed Africa and set
in magnificent koppies amongst boulders, MADIKWE HILLS gently ebbs to the
pulse of Africa’s drumbeat – The luxurious suites are ingeniously placed amongst
the boulders. The unusual, yet subtle décor integrates natural elements with
colours highlighting Africa’s ambiance.
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Impodimo
Rise in the morning to an African dawn and enjoy an early morning game drive
with your
dedicated professional ranger. Relax as your ranger guides you
through the bush on a
custom made open Land Rover, searching out the Big 5 or the smaller
secrets of nature, or
set out on a foot safari with your armed ranger and learn the
secrets of tracking African
game or just enjoy the trees, birds and stunning scenery. Return to
a sumptuous breakfast
or brunch and then relax at the pool or the lapa overlooking the
waterhole where game
may come to quench their thirst. In the afternoon, head out again
on the afternoon safari,
where you will stop to watch the sun set on this bushveld paradise
and enjoy your favourite
sun-downer drink. Once the sun has set and darkness descends,
continue on your safari
where the more nocturnal creatures now rule the bush. Return to the
lodge where you will
be treated to the finest Pan-African cuisine with your hosts in the
open air boma, and
share your days adventures, while you enjoy a night cap around the
fire.
 Carved
from the hillside, Impodimo's eight glass fronted luxury chalets line a natural
spring,
each enjoying striking views either from within or from the outdoor
shower. The lodge enjoys spectacular vistas extending as far as the eye can see,
your choice may be to visit in summer and laze on the pool deck with a chilled
chardonnay. Or maybe a winter safari - retire to the library with a cognac or
stoke the fire in your suite, gaze out at the stars before drifting away with
vivid images of unrestricted close encounters with Africa's big game. Impodimo
accommodate sixteen guests in the full en-suite air-conditioned luxury suites.
Each with it's own feature fire place, private deck, mini bar and hot beverage
facility. Impodimo also has a library, curio shop and wine cellar for you to
browse around in.
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Makanyane Safari Lodge
Makanyane's dramatic main lodge overlooks a stream-filled waterhole
shaded by a dense
canopy of trees. Enormous ancient Leadwood trees in the lounge and
the dining room
support the sweeping thatch roof. The spacious lounge area has two
rock fireplaces and
opens out onto a wide wooden deck hanging over the ravine and
waterhole below. On this
wooden deck is the well stocked bar. The dining room also opens
onto the vast deck area,
perfect for enjoying a meal under the trees while watching game
drink below. The main
lodge has a curio shop where you can browse for souvenirs, a
library area and an extensive
wine cellar.
 With
eight luxurious suites nestled in lush river forests, the Makanyane Safari Lodge
offers you brilliant views of the tranquil Marico River and deluxe
facilities, including exquisite cuisine from top class international chefs and a
marvellous wine cellar. We accommode a maximum of 16 guests, ensuring that you
have privacy and individual attention. Your open-fronted lounge with its
private sundeck is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the sights and
sounds of the bush. The spectacular bathrooms have under-floor heating as well
as indoor and outdoor showers. The wide, folding doors can be opened to allow
the sounds and scents of the surrounding bush to join you in the luxurious
freestanding bathtub. The suites have fireplaces, overhead fans and are fully
air-conditioned and heated. The rooms also have a telephone, hot beverage making
facilities, mini safe and a bar fridge.
Activities at Makanyane revolve around relaxing your body and mind and
experiencing
the rich details of your surroundings. Relax by lounging at our
heated swimming pool, strip
away the stress of city living with a massage or aromatherapy
on your private deck or in
our bush spa, unwind by exercising in our gym, or
simply catch up on your quiet time by
selecting a book from our library and settling down in our den or
on one of the outside
decks to read. To experience the vibrant bush life around you,
allow yourself to be led
through Madikwe's 75,000 hectare environment, either on foot or in
an open vehicle.
Watch the wildlife, oblivious to your presence, from one of our
bush hides overlooking a
waterhole or facing plains that stretch to the horizon. You could even sleep out
under the stars while nocturnal life continues around your secure, elevated
deck.
The Makanyane, (which means "African Wild Dog" in
Tswana) Safari Lodge is a new and luxurious safari lodge in the South African
Madikwe Game Reserve. The Madikwe Game Reserve offers you a real
opportunity to see packs of the endangered African Wild Dog who have
successfully been re-established in the game reserve. Visitors will also enjoy
stunning views of the roaming Magnificent 7 – lions, leopards, elephants,
rhinos, buffalo, wild dogs, cheetahs – as well as over 340 bird species and
compelling scenery.
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Tau Game Lodge
Privately-owned Tau Game Lodge overlooks a vast natural waterhole, which
attracts a
variety of game, as does the diverse vegetation which thrives in
the fertile topsoil. The
lodge was designed to reflect the natural surroundings and
makes use of the natural
resources wherever possible. The lodge is decorated with unusual
African artefacts,
masks and large rugs are decorating the high-ceilinged foyer and
vivid animal-print fabrics
brighten the settees in the upside bar. Delicious buffet
breakfasts and lunches are
generally served in the main building or on the veranda next to the
plunge pool and dinner
is served in a cosy boma under the stars.
We have a spacious reception area, lounge and a bar deck
suspended on stilts above a waterhole offering excellent viewing of animals.
Tau's expansive swimming pool offers a cool respite from the African
heat. There is also a well stocked curio shop. Each chalet has its own
wooden deck, which allows one to experience the bush in privacy and is equipped
with an en-suite bathroom and open-air shower. Each of the two corner units have
been linked with the next-door unit by a communal outdoor lounge. These chalets
can be utilised for two couples travelling together or for parents with small
children sharing the room.
Ten thousand animals of 27 major species have been re-introduced to the reserve
over a
six year period with animals coming from various reserves and
breeding centres and game
viewing is now at its prime. The diverse habitat in the Madikwe
Reserve ensures a unique
combination of species such as springbok, gemsbok, sable and
impala, breeding herds of
elephant, white and black rhino, lion, cheetah, spotted and brown
hyena, buffalo, leopard,
zebra, the endangered wild dogs and various antelope species. The
birdlife is spectacular
and it is also one of the few reserves in South Africa that is
malaria free. Game drives are
conducted in open vehicles, allowing for great photographic
opportunities.
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Books of Interest
Field Guides: Field Guide to Trees of Southern Africa
Author: Piet Van Wyk and Braam Van Wyk
Photographer: Piet Van Wyk
Pages: 496
Format: Paperback
Delivery Time: Usually within 10 working days
Details: This field guide to the trees of Southern Africa covers
approximately 900 of the species
found in the region. The trees are grouped into
sections according to leaf shape, and each section is
identified by a line
drawing of the "leaf group". Each species is illustrated by photographs of the
diagnostic tree parts, which may include flowers, fruit, bark, or a combination
of these. Concise
descriptions of each tree are written with an emphasis on
identification and the authors provide
additional information on medicinal and
other uses of the tree parts where it may be of interest.
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The Big Five: A photographic souvenir
Author: Paul Nash and Julia Nash
Pages: 48
Format: Hard cover
Delivery Time: Usually within 5 working days
Details: The Big Five skilfully captured in a range of their
different activities. We see the majestic
African Elephant measuring his stride across the southern
continent. The elusive Leopard
shadowed and camouflaged with its prey in a tree, the poor sighted
and short-tempered rhino
polishing his armoured rump on a rubbing stone. The bovine yet
ferocious Buffalo raising the
African dust in the headlong stampede of a large herd and of
course, that symbol of Africa, the
great Lion. This photographic souvenir is an excellent evocation of
the Big Five in their different
moods, and has superbly captured the essence of our wildlife
wilderness. [Back
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