Rhulani Safari Lodge, Safari Lodges, South Africa, Africa
Rhulani Safari Lodge, South Africa
This boutique gem of a safari lodge lies in the heart of South Africa's lesser-known Madikwe Game Reserve, the country’s fifth largest wildlife sanctuary which borders Botswana. A four hour drive north-west of Johannesburg, with the Dwarsberg mountains to the south and the Kalahari Desert just a short hop away, the Madikwe is home to an astonishing array of animals including elephant, lion, leopard and rhino, plus a healthy population of the endangered African wild dog. What’s more, the reserve is malaria free, making it a much-loved safari destination. Set along a crest with views over the surrounding savannah, Rhulani Safari Lodge offers a respite from the wild! Rhulani means ‘relax’ in the local Shangaan dialect and that's exactly what guests do when they arrive. Owner run, the emphasis here is on unwinding and enjoying this incredible corner of the African bush.
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Rhulani was designed and built to blend in with its surroundings. Globe-trotting owners, Rolf and Marisa, have created a lodge inspired by nature's earthy tones. Guests are able to embrace the bush setting from the stylish comfort of one of the eight luxury chalets, including a two bedroom family chalet, all of which are grouped around a watering hole where wildlife gathers. Each has an indoor and outdoor shower and an oval bath overlooking the reserve. Air-conditioning, Wi-Fi, a well-stocked minibar and Nespresso coffee machine complete the scene – this is wild Africa at its best! Mosquito netting surrounds the four-poster bed, while the bedroom leads on to a private terrace with its own plunge pool and sun-loungers, all with a view of the watering hole. Everything is finished in local stone or wood which blends perfectly with the scenery. The fireplace keeps you warm on chilly evenings.
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