



The main areas consist of a cosy lounge, reading area, and lovely shaded garden with a rock pool. There is an active waterhole in front of the lodge which is floodlit at night for 24-hour viewing. The underground hide is a new addition and has spectacular views of animals and birds at close quarters. Breakfast is served outside in the beautiful garden while dinner served in the boma (outdoor enclosure) next to the open fire under the African sky.
The Bush House is a lovely homestead with six comfortable bedrooms forming part of the main lodge. They consist of double rooms, twin rooms and family rooms. The rooms have air-conditioners and fans and feature percale bed linen, and en-suite bathrooms. The bathrooms have separate baths and showers with a variety of toiletries. Four of the rooms have private verandahs, and one overlooks the garden and waterhole. Complimentary wi-fi is available.
Go on two daily game drives in the magnificent Madikwe Game Reserve. There are special game drives for children under six. Nature lovers will enjoy the exciting bush walks which focus on the smaller African wildlife, birds and insects. Spend hours at the underground hide which offers close-up views of wildlife at the waterhole . Guests can also relax at the pool, enjoy a game of cricket, rugby or soccer on the lawn or get pampered at the beauty salon.
Last Word Madikwe Bush House can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made South Africa trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended South Africa trips featuring Last Word Madikwe Bush House or get advice and suggestions from one of our South Africa specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.
Stays at Last Word Madikwe Bush House start from around $590, or US$590, per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.

It’s easily accessible, malaria-free and you’ll spot the Big Five – what’s not to love?