Getting to know Ernie: The eyes, ears & heart behind the game drives
Every great guide gives more than a game drive. They help guests to see the wild differently. In honour of World Ranger Day on 31 July.
By The Royal Madikwe1 min read
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Why the World Is Looking to Safari
There was a time when safaris were seen by many as a once-in-a-lifetime dream ~ something distant, and perhaps even reserved for the most seasoned of travellers. But something is shifting.
By The Royal Madikwe1 min read
Conservation in Every Stay: How we're protecting the wild, together
There are places you visit and leave, and then there are places where your presence leaves a positive difference. Madikwe is both.
By The Royal Madikwe1 min read
From the Royal Kitchen: Spinach & Avocado Dip
We’ve had quite a few requests for this one, and it’s easy to understand why! Fresh, creamy and wonderfully moreish, this Spinach & Avocado Dip is one of those simple pleasures that feels both nourishing and indulgent. Full of vibrant green goodness, it’s healthy without trying too hard and unbeatable on freshly baked sourdough.
By The Royal Madikwe1 min read
Grounded, by Nature
All of us move through life with feet on the ground, but how many of us can say we truly feel grounded? To feel grounded is something deeper. It's that inexplicable sense of being present in your body
By The Royal Madikwe1 min read
The Fragrances That Stay With You
Is there a scent that takes you straight back to a particular place or point in time? Perhaps it's the sweetness of a flower that bloomed outside your childhood home, or the smell of a meal from a country you once visited and never quite forgot. Long after the photographs are filed away
By The Royal Madikwe1 min read
The Scent of Africa in Your Suite: Introducing Africology at The Royal Madikwe
Some partnerships evolve naturally. Not with a grand idea or launch event, but through a relationship that deepens over time, guided by shared values and a growing sense that there is more to explore together.
By The Royal Madikwe1 min read
Ally Love visits the Royal
Recently, we had the pleasure of welcoming American fitness personality Ally Love as part of a collaboration with Lonely Planet Journeys, a platform celebrated for its thoughtfully curated itineraries arranged in partnership with trusted local specialists.
By The Royal Madikwe2 min read
Welcoming Paragon Studio: A new era of movement at Royal Madikwe
When staying five-star, there’s an expectation that every aspect of the guest experience...
By The Royal Madikwe3 min read
Safari style, simplified: What to pack & wear according to Anna Syren
There is something about packing for a safari that is entirely unlike any other trip. The ...
By Anna Syren6 min read
Through Their Lens: Travelmonster’s Madikwe Moments
Some experiences are worth returning to. For Mark and Judith of Travelmonster, their secon...
By The Royal Madikwe3 min read
Only in Africa: Encounters You Won’t Find Anywhere Else on Earth
There are some wildlife encounters that feel inseparable from Africa itself. Not just rare...
By The Royal Madikwe4 min read
From Vineyard to Bushveld: Our Thoughtful Approach to Wine
You don’t arrive in the bushveld expecting a vineyard experience, yet at The Royal, the ...
By The Royal Madikwe3 min read
Water is Life: Honouring this Precious Resource for World Water Day
In the bushveld, one thing becomes clear very quickly: water is life. It shapes the l...
By The Royal Madikwe2 min read
The Night Choir: Celebrating Madikwe’s Frogs for World Frog Day
Spend a few nights at Royal Madikwe, and there’s a moment you’re almost guaranteed to ...
By The Royal Madikwe3 min read
Mark Your Calendars! The Haute Grandeur Rating Poll Opens Soon
The 2026 Haute Grandeur Global Awards season is almost here, with ratings set to take plac...
By The Royal Madikwe1 min read
Food on Safari: Wholesome by Nature
As more travellers prioritise wellness through mindful eating, we too are committed to cre...
By The Royal Madikwe2 min read
What the Wild Teaches Us: 5 Lessons ahead of World Wildlife Day
It's quite extraordinary how much can be learned on a single game drive. In the space of a...
By The Royal Madikwe4 min read
New Year, New Beginnings in the Bushveld
The start of a new year has a way of arriving quietly in Madikwe. Not with fireworks or fa...
By The Royal Madikwe3 min read
The Rise of Hushpitality: Is Quiet the New Luxury?
In an industry abuzz with places to go and things to do, true luxury is beginning to whisp...
By The Royal Madikwe3 min read
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