Jaci's Tree Lodge, North West Safari

rooms

Made from African rosewood and thatch, each “tree house” blends seamlessly into the surrounding canopy. All rooms are equipped with air conditioning, fans and heaters, to ensure your comfort throughout the year.

Each room has a large deck, king-sized bed, stone bath and outdoor shower from which you can enjoy the vista.

With no telephones or TV's Jaci's allows you to switch off completely and enjoy the wilderness. Guests are encouraged to use the communal areas for drinks and relaxation (although drinks can be ordered for your room and kettles are available on request).

facilities & activities

Game drives, guided walks (adults only) and use of the gym and games room are complimentary at Jaci's. Spa treatments can be arranged on request (additional charges apply).

The spacious open-plan main building includes an atmospheric bar and lounge area separate from the dining area by a 4 sided open fireplace.

The lodge has a cooling jungle pool close to the banks of the River.

dining

The spacious dining area in the main lodge is where guests can eat their fill or savour high tea.  Guests can also enjoy dinners around a fire under the African stars! Menus feature fresh, seasonal South African produce and meats. Meal schedules are flexible, typically tailored around your game drives.

family

Please note there is generally a minimum age of 13 at Tree Lodge. 1 Child can share with parents on a stretcher bed.

location

Madikwe Game Reserve is a 4 - 5 hours’ drive from Johannesburg and for those that wish to experience an exhilarating fly-in safari, the reserve has an excellent all-weather 1 500-metre gravel airstrip with return shuttle flights from Johannesburg International Airport (1 hour).
Established in 1991, the 75,000 hectare, malaria-free, Madikwe Game Reserve on the border with Botswana is today one of South Africa’s top wildlife destinations. A stay at one of the luxury lodges within the Reserve offers the chance to see a variety of game including Africa’s ‘big five’ and endangered Wild Dog alongside an abundant birdlife, with over 300 resident and migratory species making their home here.

rates & specials

Planning a last minute Safari holiday? The wonderful Jaci's Lodges, set in the Big 5 malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve, are offering 20% off for stays during March!

Stay a minimum 2 nights at either Jaci's Tree Lodge, Jaci's Safari Lodge or the brand new Starbed Suites, and enjoy a 20% discount.

Stays include twice daily game drives, all meals including brunch, high tea and dinner. Selected beverages including house wines, house spirits, local beers, soft drinks and tea & coffeee. 

For the ultimate experience opt for a Starbed Suite with its rooftop room offering the opportunity to sleep out under the African stars.  With private viewing decks, river views, outdoor showers and a luxury lounge area - the Starbed Suites are the true definition of 'glamping'!