Impodimo Game Lodge in Madikwe, North West Province (original) (raw)

Impodimo Game Lodge is a highly recommended North West Province game lodge providing a wildlife experience for discerning anyone visiting Central Region.

Impodimo Game Lodge is set along a rocky ridge commanding stunning vistas of the Madikwe Game Reserve. Impodimo is located at the source of a natural spring, which provides the lodge with elevated views as well as riverine serenity.

Located in the malaria free Madikwe Game Reserve, 75 000 hectares of unique topography and breathtaking beauty, it is also the home to the big 5, wild dog, cheetah and a large variety of mammal and bird life.

At a Glance

What to expect at the lodge/reserve

ACCOMMODATION

Carved from the hillside, eight glass fronted luxury chalets line a natural spring, each enjoying striking views either from within or from the outdoor shower. The lodge enjoys spectacular vistas extending as far as the eye can see, your choice may be to visit in summer and laze on the pool deck with a chilled Chardonnay. Or maybe a winter safari - retire to the library with a cognac or stoke the fire in your suite, gaze out at the stars before drifting away with vivid images of unrestricted close encounters with Africa's big game.

FACILITIES

All suites are air-conditioned and also feature fireplaces and private decks. Full en-suite facilities including spectacular vistas and outside showers. Mini bar fridges and hot beverage facilities; Elevated sun deck surrounds the feature pool.

The lodge features a magnificent feature pool which looks over onto an active water hole, during the heat of the day much is observed from the pool or from the nearby viewing sala.

DINING

Breakfasts and lunches are enjoyed on the pool deck while dinner is in the Boma. For those wanting peace and tranquillity nothing can beat taking a book from the library and whiling away the afternoon in the sala.

ACTIVITIES

Daily dawn and dusk / evening game drives are conducted in open landrovers by qualified rangers and Shangaan trackers. Walks are also available.

Set out on a foot safari with your armed ranger and learn the secrets of tracking African game or just enjoy the trees, birds and stunning scenery. when the heat of the African sun has diminished and the shadows are longer, head out again on a sundowner safari, where you will stop to watch the sun set on this bushveld paradise and enjoy your favorite sundowner drink. Once the sun has set and darkness descends, set off again for a night safari where the more nocturnal creatures now rule the bush.

WILDLIFE

Lion, elephant, black and white rhino, buffalo, leopard - Big Five- also cheetah and wild dog - Magnificent seven. Giraffe, zebra, warthog, baboon, monkey, hippo, crocodile, and a variety of antelope including kudu, impala, waterbuck, Springbok, Wildebeest, Eland, Blesbok, Tsessebe and Steenbok are regularly seen, along with a number of the more elusive or less common animals. With a bird population of over 250 different species. Bring your binoculars.

CHILDREN

Children of all ages are welcome at Impodimo and we love to go out of our way to ensure that kids and parents both have an unforgettable safari experience. Our kiddies program is tailored to the different ages and can be fun and educational for all. Each child receives a personalized welcome pack with goodies and activities to do in between safaris. Children over the age of 6 years are welcome on the game drives, however, families with younger children need not fear that their kids will miss out, as we offer a �kiddies bumble� which is shorter and aimed at keeping the little one�s attention. We offer babysitting services for when parents are on safari or if they simply need the break.