What Makes Madikwe Game Reserve a Unique Safari Destination?

Where Big Five Thrills Meet Off-the-Grid Tranquility

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Madikwe Game Reserve - Shutterstock

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In today’s email: 

• What Makes Madikwe Game Reserve a Unique Safari Destination?

• Top Ten Places to Visit in Mpumalanga

• Around the Web: Your Ultimate Guide to Exploring Madikwe Game Reserve; Escape to Dwarsberg: Mountains, Rivers, and Luxury Retreats; The Top 10 Places to Visit in South Africa and more.

• From Social Media - The African penguins at Boulders Beach, near Simon's Town

• South African Food You Will Love - The Best Venison Recipes

• Only in South Africa - Madikwe Game Reserve -Chronicles of a Camera Trap in The South African Bush

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What Makes Madikwe Game Reserve a Unique Safari Destination?

The area where Madikwe Game Reserve stands today was previously farming land, used for farming cattle and arable agriculture. The farming culture in the area was largely a failure, due to bad farming practices and mismanagement, and the vegetation had degraded to unusable levels

Side view of African cheetah, Acinonyx jubatus, family of felids, resting on red desert sand in Madikwe Game Reserve, South Africa - Shutterstock

Top Ten Places to Visit in Mpumalanga

Mpumalanga, located in the eastern part of South Africa, is celebrated for its breathtaking landscapes, wildlife safaris, and rich cultural history. The province is a gateway to some of the country's most iconic natural attractions, with scenic mountains, lush forests, and wildlife reserves drawing visitors from across the globe. Mpumalanga offers a combination of outdoor adventures, ancient traditions, and iconic landmarks, making it one of South Africa's most popular destinations

Giraffe drinking front view in waterhole in Kruger National park, South Africa ; Specie Giraffa camelopardalis family of Giraffidae - Shutterstock

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Experiences likely to sell out

South Africa can be extremely busy during the tourist season and the last thing you want to do, is to travel all the way and then not be able to attend your favourite experience. The answer:-Book in Advance.

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Around the Web

Your Ultimate Guide to Exploring Madikwe Game Reserve

It’s acacia bushveld, open woodlands and purple hills are home not only to the Big Five but 350 bird species, unusual sightings of animals like the bat-eared fox, aardwolf and honey badger, and packs of endangered wild dogs

Escape to Dwarsberg: Mountains, Rivers, and Luxury Retreats

Dwarsberg Trout Hideaway is situated 14km from Rawsonville. The breath-taking mountains and river views will immediately make you feel at home. This is perfect getaway for the whole family

South Africa - A Premier Birding Wonderland

The sheer variety of birdlife in South Africa is impressive; made up of typical African birds, migrants, and endemic birds. Visitors can join up with a formal birding tour group or can explore the country and its species on their own

Eco-Friendly Wilderness at Mosetlha Bush Camp

The family-owned bush camp and eco lodge, nestled in the heart of Madikwe Game Reserve, is renowned for exclusive and private wilderness encounters

Experience the Serenity of Walter Sisulu National Botanical Gardens

Take your time when visiting this special part of Gauteng. The star of the show is the garden itself with a succulent rockery, a cycad garden and a water garden with water-loving plants

The Top 10 Places to Visit in South Africa

Are you looking for the best places to visit in South Africa? You’ve come to the right place! South Africa is a country rich in culture, history, and natural beauty. From the majestic Table Mountain to the stunning Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Here are a list of the Top 10 Places to Visit in South Africa

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From Social Media

The African penguins at Boulders Beach, near Simon's Town

South African Food You Will Love 

The Best Venison Recipes

Only in South Africa

Madikwe Game Reserve -Chronicles of a Camera Trap in The South African Bush

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