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 ...
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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 ...
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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...
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Food on Safari: Wholesome by Nature
As more travellers prioritise wellness through mindful eating, we too are committed to cre...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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From the Owner’s Diary
I will never forget the first moment I noticed how time seems to slow down in Madikwe.&nbs...
By The Royal Madikwe2 min read
2025: A Year Through Your Eyes - Stories, sightings & moments we will never forget
Every stay adds a new thread to the Royal Madikwe story, and in 2025, you wrote some of ou...
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Protecting Spots: International Cheetah Day in Madikwe
On December 4th, the world pauses for International Cheetah Day ~ an opportunity to apprec...
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6 Reasons Why Your Next Holiday Should Be a Safari
Make 2026 Magical: Go on that Trip of a Lifetime.There’s something timeless about the ca...
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Welcoming Greg & Adri to the Royal Madikwe Family
As the seasons shifted, so too did a few chapters within our own story. With much anticipa...
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The Bushveld’s Mysterious & Misunderstood
Not every creature that prowls the night deserves its spooky reputation! In Madikwe, some ...
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Sustainability on Safari: Small Actions, Lasting Impact
World Sustainability Day is observed every year on the last Wednesday of October. At The R...
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Celebrating Excellence: Our Haute Grandeur Global Awards Win
We’re proud to share that Royal Madikwe has once again been recognised on the world stage, receiving four prestigious honours at the 2025 Haute Grandeur Global Awards! The Haute Grandeur Global Awards are among the most respected in the hospitality industry, recognising establishments that consisten
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Rhinos: Guardians of the Grassveld
Each year, on World Rhino Day (22 September), we pause to celebrate one of our planet’s most majestic and endangered species: the rhino. Here at Madikwe, rhinos aren’t only part of our natural heritage, they are also a litmus test of our conservation success, and the role our lodge, guests, and cons
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Renewed Wonder: 6 Reasons to Safari in Spring
From fresh blooms to baby wildlife, spring brings a unique beauty to the bushveld that enchants first-time visitors and seasoned travellers alike. Here are just a few reasons to add a spring safari to your travel calendar!
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From Tots to Tuskers: A safari for all generations
“Having kids is a reason to travel, never a reason to stop.” ~ Anonymous
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Honouring the gentle giants of Madikwe on World Elephant Day
There is a unique sense of awe that washes over you when you witness a herd of elephants moving gracefully through the bush ~ a reminder of nature’s enduring beauty and the vital role these majestic guardians play in our ecosystem. We recently celebrated World Elephant Day on 12 August, and invite y
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