Mateya Safari Lodge is designed for the discerning traveler, offering a graceful fusion of relaxed comfort in a beautiful setting. The lodge caters for a maximum of ten guests. As such, you are assured exclusivity, privacy and the very highest standards of personal care and attention at all times.
Nestled in the rocky outcrop of the Gabbro hills, Mateya Safari Lodge, comprising dining, lounge, and relaxation areas, provides a high elevation and an uninterrupted view of the Madikwe Game Reserve.
Accomodation
Mateya Safari Lodge accommodations consist of five individually designed luxury air-conditioned thatched suites. Each suite blends with its natural surroundings and offers uninterrupted views of the waterhole and plains. Guests can enjoy a balance of sophistication and comfort, in total privacy and harmony with nature, savouring the rare pleasure of their very own secluded slice of Africa.
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The original African artworks that can be found in each suite seem to reflect the atmosphere of the Madikwe Reserve - a beautiful, vital, and untamed stretch of bush. Lying under the shade of the natural window sala, or immersing in the cool water of ones rim-flow swimming pool, each and every feature of the suite provides total privacy and comfort.
The Mateya Safari Lodge consists of five individually designed luxury air conditioned thatched suites. Each suite blends with its natural surroundings and offers uninterrupted views of the waterhole and plains. Guests can enjoy a balance of sophistication and comfort, in total privacy and harmony with nature.
Dining
Mateya Safari Lodge will invite you to a royal feast and a demonstration of expert culinary skills. With the freshest produce offered straight from the earth and the finest cuisine you will find your palate transported on a journey of African fusion and gastronomic delight.
Dining Area
Only the finest homegrown ingredients are used to prepare the meals served at Mateya Safari Lodge. A harmony of flavours and textures are offered in t…
Dining Area
Only the finest homegrown ingredients are used to prepare the meals served at Mateya Safari Lodge. A harmony of flavours and textures are offered in the meals which are true to the African spirit.
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Recreation
Explore the Madikwe area on a guided Walking Safari or let our rangers take you to an adventurous journey on our exciting Game Drives. Sit around a blazing bonfire and enjoy the magic of the starlit night, while exchanging your bush experiences of the day.
Wellness Centre
To bring home the renewing ambience of Mateya Safari Lodge and the majesty of the setting, guests can be treated to a full range of pleasurable and re…
Gym
Give way to the energetic call of the wilderness by making use of our personalized gym. Feel the freedom to take a healthy breath of Mateya Safari Lod…
Library
The library is home to an invaluably rare collection of works of African literature dating back to the turn of the 19th century. In quiet seclusion gu…
Curio Shop
Our curio shop is full of delightful items created by skilled craftsmen. Many of the items are hand crafted by the very same artisans whose works ador…
Art gallery
It was Simonides who said, “Painting is silent poetry.” Today, taking a stroll through the lodge, guests can marvel at one of the world&rs…
Wildlife Activities
Experienced game rangers and trackers lead the game drives and guided walking safaris. The game drives are led in custom designed 4x4 vehicles and can…
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Wine Cellar
Lingering flavors of the palate may be sampled from the extensive assortment of wines housed in the cool atmosphere of the Mateya Safari Lodge Cellar.…
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Wellness Centre
To bring home the renewing ambience of Mateya Safari Lodge and the majesty of the setting, guests can be treated to a full range of pleasurable and rejuvenating body treatments by a dedicated health therapist.
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Give way to the energetic call of the wilderness by making use of our personalized gym. Feel the freedom to take a healthy breath of Mateya Safari Lodge magic, restoring your mind, body and soul.
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The library is home to an invaluably rare collection of works of African literature dating back to the turn of the 19th century. In quiet seclusion guests are able to immerse themselves in the rich past of this land and relive the splendor unique to Africa through the captivated eyes of superbly talented authors.
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Our curio shop is full of delightful items created by skilled craftsmen. Many of the items are hand crafted by the very same artisans whose works adorn the lodge. Unique items of memorabilia are also on sale with the Mateya Safari Lodge logo emblazoned on them as a reminder of one’s African adventure in one of Africa’s most exclusive game lodges.
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It was Simonides who said, “Painting is silent poetry.” Today, taking a stroll through the lodge, guests can marvel at one of the world’s finest collections of African art, embodying the spirit of the continent and reflecting a plethora of cultures and artistic traditions.
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Experienced game rangers and trackers lead the game drives and guided walking safaris. The game drives are led in custom designed 4x4 vehicles and can take a maximum of 4 people per drive, ensuring a personal experience.
View on mapWine Cellar
View on mapWine Cellar
Lingering flavors of the palate may be sampled from the extensive assortment of wines housed in the cool atmosphere of the Mateya Safari Lodge Cellar. An impressive collection of both esteemed local and rare French wines and champagnes make up the cellar’s 8 000 bottles of indulgence that lie chaste, waiting to be hand picked by Mateya Safari Lodge guests as an accompaniment to their dining.
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At Travel Concierge, we take pride in being able to negotiate the best holiday deals at Mateya Safari Lodge. Use the search form below to find holiday prices at Mateya Safari Lodge. Our Mateya Safari Lodge holiday search will provide prices up to 11 months in advance of departure. We can book Madikwe Game Reserve holidays at Mateya Safari Lodge in 2026 and 2027. For all Mateya Safari Lodge 2026 holidays and Mateya Safari Lodge 2027 holidays you will have to call us for pricing.
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juliel438
Best ever Lodge!!!!
Wow! Wow! Wow! We have been lucky enough to stay in some wonderful lodges all over Africa but Mateya is sooooooooo special and I must say hard to beat. Werner and Christina are so inspirational and...
Stephen R
Beyond our Dreams
This holiday exceeded expectaions by a considerable margin We arrived by light aircraft FedAir from Jo'burg landing at a bush airstrip near the lodge A driver from Mateya was there to greet us and...
mnewman719
Fabulous resort in fantastic Madikwe
Amazing experience at Mateya! The resort is extremely luxurious with extremely attentive hospitality and service. The game drives with Evan and Sam are spectacular! Herds of elephants greeted us...
