Memorable Interactive Safari Experiences
The African bush is a unique and exciting playground for youngsters. An intriguing experience for all ages. At Madikwe Hills we go the extra mile to ensure your kids leave educated and enlightened.
The Madikwe Hills Main Lodge caters to children over 10 years old, providing an ideal setting for families with older kids to enjoy the luxury and adventure of safari. In contrast, Little Madikwe welcomes children of all ages, ensuring that even the youngest members of the family can join in on the fun. Parents can take advantage of experienced sitters available for babies and older kiddies can engage in a variety of entertaining activities specifically designed for them. The informative Junior Ranger programme offers an the exciting opportunity for kids to learn about wildlife and conservation. At Madikwe Hills, the combination of these thoughtful amenities and programmes ensures that families create lasting memories together.
The Junior Rangers learn all the different interesting aspects of the bush through a range of fun exercises. At Madikwe Hills, the Junior Rangers enjoy a hands-on experience by touching elephant dung, looking at tracks, and finding out HOW to track. Learning about termites while standing right next to a large termite mound etc is an exciting and educational experience for all ages.
The Rangers are given “funwork” not “homework”, a booklet they can complete before or during the afternoon drive which is marked and each child receives a certificate stating they are a Junior Ranger of Madikwe Hills. This programme can be run for 1 – 2 hours in one day, or if the guests are staying for more than two nights it can broken up into two days. The fun never stops at Madikwe Hills.
Pick one or two a day
Receive on arrival with lots of surprises.
Become your favourite animal.
Learn all about these amazing creatures with your Ranger.
Learn about the secrets of an African tree while recreating it with its leaves on paper.
Follow the clues and signs, to the end of the trail where you are rewarded with the treasure.
Investigate the contents in animal dung to find out which animal it belongs to. Your tracker will be of great help in the search and investigation.
Paint the mask of your favourite animal.
Create your own animal or ornament with clay.
Receive a certificate for successfully completing the ‘Big 5’ experience in the Madikwe Game Reserve on your departure.
