Madikwe Safari Lodge

At Madikwe Safari Lodge, Elela Villa is a testament to luxury, named after the Setswana phrase ‘to flow as water’.

This exquisite three-bedroom sanctuary offers an experience akin to the gentle and persistent flow of a river. Designed to echo the fluidity and grace of water, Elela Villa marries rich heritage with unparalleled luxury. Here, in the heart of the African wilderness, guests are enveloped in an ambiance that subtly blends grandeur with intimacy, reflecting the serene flow of nature itself.

The villa redefines exclusivity in a safari lodge setting. Each element within Elela Villa has been thoughtfully crafted to ensure a harmonious balance, offering guests an intimate connection with both the luxury of the lodge and the untamed beauty of the surrounding landscape.

Lelapa literally means ‘family’, and this is exactly how we want you to feel – there is no restriction in terms of age or generation.
Each of the 12 Suites is spacious, comfortable and ever respectful of the natural environment beyond. Indoor and outdoor showers, private plunge pool and wood-burning fireplace are just some of the added creature comforts to enhance Mother Nature’s subtle signature.
Each Suite has a double bed (convertible to twins), air-conditioning, ceiling fan, bathroom en-suite, safe, minibar, direct-dial telephone, hairdryer and a range of deluxe amenities.
Two rooms are Family Suites and have a second bedroom with children’s bunk beds, and sleeper couch.

Kopano directly translated means ‘small gathering’. The Lodge comprises just 4 Suites (each with private plunge pool) which share a magnificent common area. Fine dining to the hoot of an owl, the roar of a lion or the crazed whoop of a hyena is the stuff that dreams are made of. Each Suite has a double bed (convertible to twins), air-conditioning, fireplace, ceiling fan, bathroom en-suite, outdoor shower, safe, minibar, direct-dial telephone, hairdryer and a range of deluxe amenities.

With only 4 Suites (each with private plunge pool), this Lodge is well suited to a group of friends or family members making it their own while on safari. Or for those who simply prefer the sound of nature and little else.
Each Suite has a double bed (convertible to twins), private plunge pool, air-conditioning, fireplace, ceiling fan, bathroom en-suite, outdoor shower, safe, minibar, direct-dial telephone, hairdryer and a range of deluxe amenities.