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Buffalo Ridge Safari Lodge is a breathtaking 16-bed luxury facility, meticulously designed by the acclaimed small lodge designer, Nick Plewman. Nestled in the heart of the majestic Madikwe Game Reserve, this lodge offers an unrivaled experience that is both luxurious and private. Perched on the Tweedepoort Ridge, Buffalo Ridge Safari Lodge boasts expansive views of the northern plains and Inselbergs, creating a picturesque backdrop for a truly unforgettable stay. The central lodge, strategically positioned on the slopes of a hill, is connected to the chalets by a ravine, ensuring
Buffalo Ridge Safari Lodge is a breathtaking 16-bed luxury facility, meticulously designed by the acclaimed small lodge designer, Nick Plewman. Nestled in the heart of the majestic Madikwe Game Reserve, this lodge offers an unrivaled experience that is both luxurious and private.
Perched on the Tweedepoort Ridge, Buffalo Ridge Safari Lodge boasts expansive views of the northern plains and Inselbergs, creating a picturesque backdrop for a truly unforgettable stay. The central lodge, strategically positioned on the slopes of a hill, is connected to the chalets by a ravine, ensuring ultimate tranquility and seclusion. Each of the chalets is carefully placed on the ridge, granting guests captivating views to the north.
Since its grand opening in November 2004, Buffalo Ridge Safari Lodge has continuously impressed guests with its unparalleled beauty and charm. Situated on the Tweedepoort Ridge overlooking the awe-inspiring plains and inselbergs of Madikwe Game Reserve, this lodge offers a unique opportunity to immerse oneself in the splendors of nature.
Featuring eight luxurious suites, all boasting their own viewing decks, Buffalo Ridge Safari Lodge provides a truly indulgent experience. Decorated in natural hues of color and texture, the suites create a serene ambiance, harmoniously blending with the surrounding bushveld. With sliding doors and showers in every room, guests can enjoy a seamless connection with nature, as if becoming one with the wilderness.
Perched on two tiers of the ridge, the main lodge of Buffalo Ridge Safari Lodge can only be described as breathtaking. Accessible via a wooden bridge that gracefully crosses a ravine circled by rock figs, this lodge is a testament to elegant design and natural beauty. Each living area within the lodge exudes its own unique character, mood, and style, offering guests a choice of captivating views and tranquil spaces to unwind and relax.
Boasting a reception area, dining room, lounge, upper and lower deck, and swimming pool, Buffalo Ridge Safari Lodge ensures that all your needs are met. For those looking to explore the remarkable wonders of Madikwe Game Reserve, the lodge offers a range of activities, including open vehicle game drives, walks, tracking, stargazing, bush dining, birding, and botany interests. With its abundant fauna and flora, including the iconic black and white rhino, buffalo, elephant, lion, leopard, cheetah, and wild dog, Madikwe provides an unparalleled safari experience. Accompanied by well-trained and knowledgeable rangers, guests can fully immerse themselves in the beauty of nature, as they learn about the diverse encounters that await them.
At Buffalo Ridge Safari Lodge, children of all ages are warmly welcomed, and babysitting services are available at an additional charge. Please note that children under the age of 6 are not permitted on game drives, but the lodge can arrange a special kiddies drive upon request. This unique activity allows little ones to embark on an adventure through the wilderness, usually in the mornings after breakfast. For children aged 2 to 12 sharing a suite with two adults, a discounted rate of 50% of the adult sharing rate applies (maximum of one child per suite sharing with two adults). Please note that Hiking and backpacking options are not available at this lodge to ensure the preservation of the natural environment.
★★★★★
Game Drives with Godfrey have been always nice, he is a wellknown Guide.
john mcpartland
September 2019
★★★★★
We loved everything about our stay, the staff were great and very friendly, the food was top class, and our game driver Franco was the tops!
marcus cornaro
August 2019
★★★★★
Good address for Madikwe. Good value for money (at slightly lower prices than other lodges). Credible engagement with and by local communities . Great game viewing and well designed lodge.
natefo daughter keakantse
July 2018
★★★★★
Staff warm welcoming. It's not about the place but the staff that made my stay wonderful. Great wildlife, food perfect,amazing environment to relax and sooths the soul and mind
wolfgang brunnhölzl, germany
February 2017
★★★★★
Placed on ridge like pearsl, each house has a beautiful view down to the plain. Very experienced and caring tour guide, twice a day game drive with sundowner, a place to stay longer. One of the few community owned lodges - support the locals !
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Buffalo Ridge Safari Lodge location
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Buffalo Ridge Safari Lodge is 28.8km from the centre of Madikwe Game Reserve
, the nearest airport 45.4km (Sir Seretse Khama International Airport).
*Distances are shown as the crow flies and not necessarily the actual travelling
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