Etali Safari Lodge, North West Province, South Africa

Set in the pristine bushveld of the Madikwe Game Reserve, and offering one of the world's greatest wildlife adventures, the Etali Safari Lodge also provides the very utmost in luxury and style. All suites have indoor and outdoor showers, air-con, fireplaces, a complimentary minibar and a private deck with heated whirlpool. African cuisine with Asian influences is served in the dining room or on the deck; it's also possible to dine out in the bush or in a traditional Tswana tribal kraal.

Game drives are in eight-person open vehicules and can start as early as 5.45am; expert guides provide insight into local wildlife, be it the private life of the dung beetle or the intricacies of the wild dog's social system. Game walks are led by armed and experienced rangers along game paths.

Contact Book Etali Safari Lodge with Mr & Mrs Smith online, or call 0845 034 0700.

Rates Doubles, from about ZAR11,850, including meals, most drinks, two daily game drives and safari walks.

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