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Malaria-Free "Big Five" Safari & Cape Town
ON SAFARI
Madikwe is an unforgettable wildlife location and is malaria free!!
Madikwe is located in South Africa's Northwest Provence on the border of Botswana. It is a short two hour flight from Cape Town and one hour from Johannesburg. Madikwe is not a ranch or park and not open to general public to drive on their own.
Madikwe is owned and managed by the North West Parks Board, a state-owned conservation area and operates lodges as a joint venture with private lodge owners. It is home to all of the "Big Five" (lion, leopard, rhino, elephant, and Cape buffalo). Over 10,000 animals of 27 major species have been recorded over the past seven years.
Lodges vary from simple to extraordinary luxury. There are family oriented properties as well as those dedicated to all adult experiences. Madikwe Game Reserve is our top choice for the most authentic malaria-free safari experience.
Begin your trip in Cape Town, sophisticated modern city of great natural beauty. From the striking Table Mountain that crowns the city to the fynbos-covered, protea hills of Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, the Cape region will enchant you. There is something that will appeal to travelers of all ages.
The Victoria & Alfred Waterfront is home to 5-star restaurants. Downtown, the Zeitz MOCCA museum is a not-to-miss site. Formally a gigantic grain silo, it now houses the world’s largest collection of contemporary African art, as well as the 6-star Silo Hotel. Nearby, the narrow, cobbled streets of Bo-Kaap are lined with colorful houses, art galleries, and cafes.
The food and wine are now considered world-class, including some of the finest vineyards in the world. The food scene runs the gamut from tasting menus to South African braai (bbq) and fresh fish brought in daily and served as the catch of the day.
One cannot visit Cape Town without thinking about the turbulent apartheid era. District Six displays the most difficult of times, as does Robben Island, site of the former maximum-security prison where Nelson Mandela and other political prisoners were held during apartheid and is now a museum.
Other interesting sites include the Jewish Museum, housed in one of the oldest synagogues in South Africa and now preserved as a museum. If you have an interest in the very different Southern Skies, visit the South African Astronomical Observatory. For arts - Greenmarket Square, the Outdoor Woodstock Street Market, and last but not least, the Diamond Museum.
Featured Inclusions:
Private touring in Cape Town
5-Day Malaria-Free Safari
Entrance and Park Fees
Born Free Concierge Service
24/7 Emergency US & Africa Contacts
Pre-Journey Briefing Booklet
Customized Backpack, Luggage tags
Personalized Bound Final Itinerary
Full list of inclusions and tariff details will be sent upon inquiry.
Journey Rates for your Family:
Your trip will be based on participants ages, room configuration request, when you are traveling and hotel choices.
Highlights
- Malaria-Free Madikwe Safari - 5 Nights/2 Camps
- Game drives in Open Vehicles
- Educational Nature Walks
- Personalized À la Carte Touring in Cape Town
- Cape of Good Hope
- Penguin Colony
- Cable Car to the Top of Table Mountain
- Family friendly accommodations and activities
- Safety and Enjoyment for all is our Foremost Concern
Is this your dream trip?
This trip has been created for those who cannot take or choose not to take malaria pills. Madikwe is home to all of the "Big Five."
For multi-generation trips or families, there are accommodations with private villas and family suites. There are malaria-free properties that are geared exclusively to adult guests. Please request more information from a Born Free Safari specialist.
Tailor Made Itinerary:
Whether you are honeymooning in South Africa or traveling with your family or friends, we can customize your trip to make sure it's an extra special experience for you.
Your research has led you to Born Free. Now let our Specialists assist in creating your journey the way you want to experience it. Travel in the style that meets your comfort level, to the places that interest you the most, at a pace that you'll enjoy.
