Jan
Green seasonHot, wet summer conditions, with heavier rainfall during this period.
Molori Safari Lodge
Madikwe, South Africa
Lodge describes itself as: Luxury. Self-declared by the lodge, not an official grade.Lodge
Ultra-luxury · How we rate: Explore Africa level, based on the typical lowest nightly rate per person sharing: Value under A$400, Mid-range A$400 to A$899, Luxury A$900 to A$1,799, Ultra-luxury A$1,800 or more.
How we rate
Explore Africa level, based on the typical lowest nightly rate per person sharing: Value under A$400, Mid-range A$400 to A$899, Luxury A$900 to A$1,799, Ultra-luxury A$1,800 or more.
Photo: Molori Private Collection · Source ↗
All inclusive (AI)
All meals, Wines and local spirits and 7 more
5 rooms
Ngwedi Premier Suite, Lesedi Premier Suite, Sephiri Family Premier Suite and 2 more · Sleeps up to 16 guests
By air
via Madikwe Eastern Airstrip
Wi-Fi in rooms
From about A$2,270
per person / night, sharing
Overview
About Molori Safari Lodge
Molori Safari Lodge has three suites and two villas in South Africa's Madikwe Game Reserve, with space for just 16 guests. Private decks, infinity pools and outdoor showers give each retreat its own outdoor space. Inside the main lodge, colourful art and individual furnishings sit alongside a library, bar and several dining areas. A waterhole hide brings wildlife watching close to camp, while the spa and gym offer a change of pace between outings. The all-inclusive stay covers meals, selected drinks, laundry, twice-daily game drives and bush walks. Two-bedroom options suit travellers sharing with family or friends.
“Private pools and just five retreats give Molori an intimate feel, while the waterhole hide makes it a strong choice for photographers who want wildlife time between game drives.”
Best for
Luxury seekersPhotographersFamilies
Known for
What you can expect to see
Big FiveCheetahWild dogBirdlife
Madikwe combines Big Five game viewing with cheetah, African wild dog and around 350 recorded bird species.
Your stay
What's included
Board: All inclusive (AI)
Special offer: Stay four nights on an exclusive-use basis and pay for three, for travel from 16 January 2026 to 15 January 2027. Park entrance and conservation fees are extra. This offer cannot be combined with other special offers.
Included
- All meals
- Wines and local spirits
- Seasonal juices, tea, coffee and soft drinks
- In-room bar snacks and beverages
- Two game drives daily
- Bush walks
- Laundry
- Airstrip transfers
- Tourism levy
- Game drives
- Walking safaris
Not included
- Flights
- Transfers
- Park fees
Flights, road transfers, park entrance fees and the Madikwe conservation levy are extra. The conservation levy is ZAR520 per adult per night and ZAR260 per child under 12 per night.
Optional extras (at a cost)
Premium beverages, imported spirits, spa treatments, babysitting and boutique purchases cost extra. Rhino tagging is a separately charged experience arranged in advance.
Facilities
Comforts and facilities
At the property
- Swimming pool
- Spa
- Gym
- Photographic hide
- Library
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Viewing deck
In your room
- Wi-Fi in your room
- Air-conditioning
- Private plunge pool
- Private deck
- Mini bar
- Tea/coffee station
- In-room WiFi
- Safe
Rooms
Where you sleep
Sleeps up to 16 guests
- Ngwedi Premier Suite1 at the property · sleeps 2 adults · Private infinity pool, Outdoor shower, Air-conditioning, Minibar, Private deck
- Lesedi Premier Suite1 at the property · sleeps 2 adults · Private infinity pool, Outdoor shower, Air-conditioning, Minibar, Private deck
- Sephiri Family Premier Suite1 at the property · sleeps 4 adults · Two bedrooms, Private infinity pool, Outdoor showers, Air-conditioning, Minibar
- Metsi Villa1 at the property · sleeps 4 adults · Two bedrooms, Private infinity pool, Outdoor shower, Air-conditioning, Minibar
- Molelo Villa1 at the property · sleeps 4 adults · Two bedrooms, Private infinity pool, Outdoor shower, Air-conditioning, Minibar
Activities
Things to do
Included in your stay
Getting there
How you'll arrive
- Madikwe Eastern Airstrip
- Transfer
- Molori Safari Lodge
- How you arrive
- By air · via Madikwe Eastern Airstrip
- Transfers
- The drive from Johannesburg takes around four hours. Private road transfers can be arranged. Flights arrive at Madikwe Eastern Airstrip, and airstrip transfers are included.
Good to know
Before you book
- Check-in
- From 14:00
- Check-out
- By 11:00
- Single travellers
- A single supplement applies
- Exclusive use
- Available
- Malaria
- Malaria-free area
When to go
Best time to visit
- January: Green season
- February: Green season
- March: Green season
- April: Green season
- May: Good
- June: Good
- July: Good
- August: Good
- September: Good
- October: Green season
- November: Green season
- December: Green season
- Good
- Green season
Month-by-month notes
Feb
Green seasonHot, wet summer conditions, with heavier rainfall during this period.
Mar
Green seasonPart of the rainy season, which runs from October to April.
Apr
Green seasonPart of the rainy season, which runs from October to April.
May
GoodCool, sunny winter conditions with chilly evenings.
Jun
GoodCool, sunny winter conditions with chilly evenings.
Jul
GoodCool, sunny winter conditions with chilly evenings.
Aug
GoodCool, sunny winter conditions with chilly evenings.
Sep
GoodWildlife: Dry conditions continue to mid-September; the month then moves towards summer.
Dry winter conditions continue to mid-September before the transition towards summer.
Oct
Green seasonPart of the rainy season, which runs from October to April.
Nov
Green seasonHot, wet summer conditions, with heavier rainfall during this period.
Dec
Green seasonHot, wet summer conditions, with heavier rainfall during this period.
How we judge each month
- Dry season, best game viewingAmong this property's strongest months for conditions, access and key experiences.
- GoodVery favourable conditions for this property and its key experiences.A generally good time to stay, with some normal seasonal compromises.
- Green seasonWorkable for specific priorities, with notable seasonal compromises.The property operates, but seasonal conditions bring substantial trade-offs.
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Details checked November 2026. Rates and availability are confirmed when you enquire.