Jaci’s Safari Lodge
Jaci’s Safari Lodge offers a refreshing, authentic safari space in which to unwind. Here, guests can experience some of Africa’s most impressive wildlife from our eclectic, down-to-earth bushveld haven.
The Main Lodge at Jaci’s Safari Lodge features an impressively spacious, open-plan lounge, a glorious copper fireplace and bar, chef’s kitchen, and dining areas – all proudly reflecting our trademark colourful decor and customary South African atmosphere.
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Tented Suites
The Tented Suites, with thatched roofs, low stone walls, private outside showers and viewing decks, canvas panels and large hand-mosaiced baths, seamlessly let “The Great Outdoors” in. Decorated in vibrant colours and African textures, each of the six safari-tent-style suites provide an ideal “glamping” base for your Madikwe safari adventure.
Each of the 6 Tented Suites Include:
- Twice-daily game drives, including sunset / sunrise stops
- All meals daily
- Local and specialised teas and fabulous filter coffee
- Select local house drinks including a variety of fine South African wines, spirits, beers and non-alcoholic beverages (subject to booking terms and conditions)
- Access to the Main Lodge and swimming pool areas, as well as Thutlwa Lookout, at Jaci’s Safari Lodge
Each of the 6 Tented Suites Feature:
- A spacious, open-plan bedroom which can be configured with either King or Twin beds
- An en-suite bathroom, featuring a double-vanity and extra-large bath
- A private outdoor shower
- A custom Inverroche Safari Gin Bar, mini bar fridge and a Kalahari Cooler, stocked with a delicious selection of coffees, teas and home-baked treats
- A private viewing deck area with superb views into the beautiful surrounding bushveld
- Air-conditioning and ceiling fans
- Eco-friendly Afriearth amenities
The Tented Suites each accommodate 2 guests.
Children 12 years old and under can be accommodated on camp-style stretcher beds in the Tented Suites.
There is a double-occupancy open-plan Master Bedroom with an en-suite bath, WC and private outdoor shower.
Please Note:
The inclusions listed above are subject to change and are only applicable when booking at full rates.
Special offers and SADC Rate bookings exclude all beverages.
Terms and conditions apply.
All our Inverroche Gins are premium spirits and are charged on consumption. Premium spirits, including those stocked in the Tented Suite’s Inverroche Safari Gin Bars, are not included in booking rates.
The Tented Suites at Jaci’s Safari Lodge do not have private game viewing vehicles and accommodate 6 to 10 guests per vehicle.
Children 5 years old and under accommodated on camp-style stretcher beds in these suites, are not permitted on regular safari morning and afternoon / evening game drives. Children 6 to 12 years old accommodated on camp-style stretcher beds in these suites, are permitted on regular safari morning and afternoon / evening game drives.
Nare Suite
Carefully combining contemporary design with an eco-friendly bushveld aesthetic, the newly constructed Nare Suite is an idyllic, private safari haven for families and groups. The suite has recently been masterfully rebuilt, and now luxuriously accommodates up to 6 guests on an exclusive-use basis.
Nare Suite is nestled immaculately within its tranquil, natural surroundings, positioned just a stone’s throw away from its own active waterhole, providing endless opportunities to view an array of wildlife passing through the area.
With your own game drive vehicle and field guide, Jaci’s famous outdoor dining experiences and the impressively spacious Nare Suite as your private safari base, all members of your group are assured to get the most out of their Madikwe adventure.
The Nare Suite at Jaci’s Safari Lodge includes:
- Private game viewing vehicle and field guide
- Twice-daily game drives, including sunset / sunrise stops and night drives
- All meals daily
- Local and specialised teas and fabulous filter coffee
- Select local house drinks including a variety of fine South African wines, spirits, beers and non-alcoholic beverages (subject to booking terms and conditions)
- Access to the Main Lodge and swimming pool areas at Jaci’s Safari Lodge
- Access to Thutlwa Lookout at Jaci’s Safari Lodge
The Nare Suite at Jaci’s Safari Lodge features:
- A magnificent Master Bedroom on the ground floor with a full en-suite bathroom featuring double rain showers and a luxurious free-standing bath
- A generous Guest Bedroom on the ground floor and with a full en-suite bathroom featuring double rain showers and a luxurious free-standing bath
- An upstairs Loft Bedroom with an en-suite shower and WC, as well as a private balcony
- Outdoor dining and boma areas
- Panoramic glass sliding doors in all the bedrooms and the lounge area
- An expansive, private viewing deck features a heated swimming pool, sunken fire pit and seating area – all with superb views of the waterhole (Nare Suite’s waterhole is active year-round)
- Air-conditioning and ceiling fans throughout
- Eco-friendly Afriearth amenities
Nare Suite accommodates up to 6 guests.
There are 2 double-occupancy full en-suite bedrooms on the ground level and a third double-occupancy en-suite bedroom on the second floor.
Please Note:
The inclusions listed above are subject to change and are only applicable when booking at full rates.
Special offers and SADC Rate bookings exclude all beverages.
Bookings are subject to a minimum of 4 guests and a maximum of 6.
Terms and conditions apply.
Guests staying at Nare Suite at Jaci’s Safari Lodge have a private game viewing vehicle and field guide for the duration of their stay.
Safari Suite
Jaci’s Safari Lodge offers a refreshing, authentic safari space in which to unwind. Here, guests can experience some of Africa’s most impressive wildlife from our eclectic, down-to-earth bushveld haven.
The Safari Suite is ideal for larger families or groups (Ideally four adults and four children) The expansive custom-built deck features a central fire pit and spacious seating area, leading on to a partially covered starpod and private swimming pool, surrounded by majestic Tamboti Trees and overlooking the famous Marico River.
The secluded Safari Suite is comfortably decorated in bright, bold colours, vibrant textures, tones and custom finishes. With your own game drive vehicle and field guide, Jaci’s famous outdoor dining experiences and the home-away-from-home Safari Suite as your private bushveld base, it’s quite simply the perfect, exclusive-use safari hideaway.
The Safari Suite at Jaci’s Safari Lodge includes:
- Private game viewing vehicle and field guide
- Twice-daily game drives, including sunset and sunrise stops
- All meals daily (At Jaci’s Safari Lodge Main Lodge)
- Local and specialised teas and fabulous filter coffee
- Select local house drinks including a variety of fine South African wines, spirits, beers and non-alcoholic beverages (subject to booking terms and conditions)
- Access to the Main Lodge and swimming pool areas at Jaci’s Safari Lodge
- Access to Thutlwa Lookout at Jaci’s Safari Lodge
The Safari Suite at Jaci’s Safari Lodge features:
- A King-bedded Master Bedroom with an open-plan en-suite bath and outdoor shower area
- A Twin-bedded Children’s Bedroom which shares the bathroom and outdoor shower area with the Master Bedroom
- A Double-occupancy Guest Bedroom with an en-suite bath and outdoor shower area
- An upstairs Twin-bedded Loft Bedroom which shares the bathroom and outdoor shower area with the Guest Bedroom
- Outdoor lounge and boma areas as well as both outdoor and indoor lounge areas
- An expansive, private viewing deck featuring a private swimming pool, starpod, fire pit and seating area – all with superb views onto the riverine forest and Marico River
- Air-conditioning and ceiling fans throughout
- Eco-friendly Afriearth amenities
Safari Suite accommodates up to 8 guests.
The Master Bedroom and adjoining twin bedroom share an outdoor shower and open-plan bathroom with the adjacent Twin-bedded Children’s Bedroom. Across the passageway, is a double-occupancy Guest Bedroom, as well as an upstairs twin-bedded Loft Bedroom which shares a bathroom and outdoor shower with the Guest Bedroom.
Please Note:
The inclusions listed above are subject to change and are only applicable when booking at full rates.
Special offers and SADC Rate bookings exclude all beverages.
Bookings are subject to a minimum of 4 guests and a maximum of 8 guests.
Terms and conditions apply.
Guests staying at Safari Suite at Jaci’s Safari Lodge have a private game viewing vehicle and field guide for the duration of their stay.
All premium spirits are charged on consumption. Premium spirits, including those stocked in the suite’s safari bar, are not included in booking rates.
Thutlwa Lookout
Thutlwa Lookout is designed especially for idyllic outdoor dining experiences, sublime safari sundowners and game viewing opportunities throughout the day, while in camp.
A superb spot for relaxation and taking in Madikwe’s magical sunrises and sets, Thutlwa Lookout is accessible to all guests staying at Jaci’s Safari Lodge. Fully equipped with wifi, Thutlwa Lookout also makes a perfect safari office and yoga space!
Thutlwa Lookout is only accessible to guests staying at Jaci’s Safari Lodge, Jaci’s Starbed Suites and Jaci’s Madikwe House. Guests staying at Jaci’s Madikwe House need to be driven to and from Thutlwa Lookout by their field guide.
