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Mateya Safari Lodge

From: £969

Nestled in the rocky outcrop of the Gabbro hills, Mateya Safari Lodge, comprising dining, lounge, and relaxation areas, provides a high elevation, uninterrupted view of the reserve. The suites are arranged in a radial configuration around one of the hills, each with a private, rim-flow pool deck and natural window sala overlooking the waterhole and plains.
The lodge offers accommodation for a maximum of 10 guests only, therefore ensuring exclusivity, privacy and the very highest standards.


It is highly recommended for a 2 night stay to enjoy Mateya Safari Lodge and as a base to explore the Madikwe Reserve

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Departure Dates Nts Board Basis Transportation Start - End point Price Extra
night
01Aug-30Sep 2 Full Board Not Included Kruger National Park £969 £489
01Oct-31Oct 2 Full Board Not Included Kruger National Park £1,329 £659
For other dates or durations, please call for your tailor made quote.
Day 1
Transfer from Johannesburg or your previous destination to Mateya Safari Lodge. Enjoy afternoon activity, such as game walk or late afternoon game drive with sundowner. Back to the camp for dinner and overnight
Day 2
Early breakfast and depart on morning guided bush walk, returning to the camp for lunch. Afternoon at leisure, relaxing, walking or bird watching. Afternoon gamedrive with sundowner and bush dinner. Return to camp for overnight
Day 3
Breakfast and transfer to the airstrip for your return flight to Johannesburg or connect for your onward safari

Access and Distance

  • Madikwe Air charter in conjunction with Federal Air offers a daily shuttle flight from Johannesburg to Madikwe airstrip. This flight departs Johannesburg at 11h15 and lands in the reserve at 12h15. On the day of your departure the flight departs the reserve at 12h30 and land at Johannesburg International at 13h30. A Mateya Safari Lodge representative will welcome you and transfer you to the Lodge. This is approx. 10 minutes drive. Alternatively the distance by road from Johannesburg is 320km, a journey time of approximately 3 1/2 hours

Accommodation

  • Five individually designed luxury air-conditioned thatched suites with private plunge pool and en-suite bathroom complete with a secluded open-air shower. Each suite blends with its natural surroundings and offers uninterrupted views of the waterhole and plains

Facilities

  • Well stocked cellar with a large selection of fine wines
  • Library with vast array of literature
  • Game viewing deck
  • Private lounge and bar area
  • Wellness treatment centre offering massages and beauty treatments
  • Full Internet and email facilities
  • Gym
  • Art gallery

Activities and Excursions

  • Game drives in open 4X4 vehicles
  • Guided bush walks
  • Wine tasting
  • Private bush breakfasts and dinners
  • Project with local community

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