Impodimo Game Lodge

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Impodimo Game Lodge

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Impodimo Game Lodge

Why This

Inspires Us

  • Impodimo, meaning “ a gift from God” in Tswana, is truly a slice of heaven on earth! Situated on a dolomite ridge, the lodge overlooks a vast African wilderness! In fact this unfenced lodge is set in front of a high game path corridor where wildlife make their way from one area to the next!
  • Impodimo is owner operated which in our minds is excellent as you can see the passion through everything they do from the suites, service and food!
  • An interesting fact – Impodimo was the first lodge in Madikwe Game Reserve to have qualified Shangaan trackers as part of the team! This adds huge emphasis on the quality of the guiding!
  • We love the luxury suites – each has been carefully positioned to ensure absolute privacy. Spacious in design, each includes a closed system fireplace, climate control air conditioner (all great for either the winter or summer months!). A must is to try out the outside shower as you may spot something close by!
  • The Deluxe suite is great for families – and best of all it comes with a private pool, chef, butler and a private vehicle and ranger team! (your own exclusive safari!)
  • Like ourselves, you will not be able to stop talking about Impodimo – the absolute highlight is pretty much the daily appearance of elephants that come down to the active waterhole before enjoying a drink out the pool! (In fact one evening we had a standoff on our way back to our suites with an ellie – not for the faint hearted!)
  • What happens when you can’t get enough of the game viewing on game drive? 🙂 The amazing elephant hide makes up for this! A great place to watch these majestic animals (or any animals in fact) as they come down to drink and play in the mud – you will spend hours taking pictures and with a fully stocked bar and coffee machine – you wouldn’t want to leave this air-conditioned paradise!

Lodge

Information

Impodimo Game Lodge is set on a rocky ridge overlooking the vistas within the magnificent malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve of the North West Province of South Africa.
Madikwe Game Reserve covers an area of 75000 hectares of unique topography and breathtaking
beauty bordering Botswana.

It is home to the Big 5, the beautiful Painted Wolf (African Wild Dogs), Cheetah, Brown and Spotted Hyena, a variety of large mammals and bird life.

Suites

Carved from the hillside, eight glass fronted luxury chalets and one Deluxe Suite line a natural spring, each enjoying striking views of the African Bush.

Luxury Suites

Each luxury suite features a king bed with the option of twin beds available on request, full en-suite bathrooms with outdoor showers, closed system fireplaces and private deck.

Deluxe Suites
Accommodation in a self-contained luxury unit, which has two suites, each with its own private deck and en-suite bathroom with indoor and outdoor shower, double hand basin, large bath and excellent views.

The unit also has a central lounge and dining facility with its own kitchen, bar and a viewing deck overlooking a waterhole and stunning views. There is also a private pool fitted with a safety net when not in use for those with younger children.

Dining

Enjoy a sumptuous brunch at the pool lapa on return from your morning game drive, high tea in the afternoon overlooking the African Bush and the finest Pan-African cuisine with your hosts in the open air boma and share your adventures while you enjoy a night cap around the fire.

In the cooler winter months, they offer our guests the opportunity to explore the other side of the park with the ranger and tracker. Spend a day out in the bush, stopping for a picnic lunch in the shade.


Safari

Rise in the morning to an African dawn and enjoy an early morning game drive with your dedicated professional ranger and tracker. Relax as your ranger guides you through the bush on a custom made open Land Rover searching out the secrets of nature. In the afternoon, when the heat of the African sun has diminished and the shadows are longer, head out on a sundowner safari to watch the sun set on this bushveld paradise and go in search of the more nocturnal creatures that now rule the bush.

Impodimo has the advantage during the safaris, in that they have talented trackers on each game viewer that assists the ranger in finding the animals. Trackers make an immense difference as they have the ability to see and read the signs of the bush that others might have missed.

Guests also have the option to set out on a bush walk with your armed ranger and learn the art of tracking African game, enjoy the trees, birds and stunning scenery.

Children of all ages are welcome at Impodimo and they love to go out of their way to ensure that kids and parents both have an unforgettable safari experience. Their kiddies program is tailored to different ages and can be fun and educational for all. Each child receives a personalised 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 they offer a ‘kiddies bumble’ which is shorter and aimed at keeping the little one’s attention.

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Enjoy an early morning game drive with your dedicated professional ranger and tracker

Specials and

Rates

African Inspired Safaris offers an unforgettable journey through breathtaking landscapes, rich wildlife, and authentic cultural encounters. 

Each package is bespoke, carefully crafted to align with our clients’ preferred dates, desired experiences, and unique safari requirements. 

Contact us with your travel dates and destination preferences, and we’ll provide you with a personalised quote – including access to some of our amazing specials.

CHILD POLICY

  • Children of all ages are welcome at the lodge
  • Babysitting can be arranged at the lodge at an additional charge
  • Children under 2 years of age will stay free of charge
  • Children 3 – 12 years will pay 50% of the per person sharing rate when sharing with 2 adults in a Luxury Suite (on request only)
  • Additional children under 12 years: When sharing with 4 adults in the Deluxe Safari Suite will be charged 50% of the Luxury Suite rate
  • Note: The Family Safari Suite and Deluxe Safari Suite is the SAME unit that is sold 2 different ways
  • Children under the age of 6 years will not be permitted on game drives
  • Children over the age of 6 will be permitted on game drives with other guests at the sole discretion of the ranger (unless a private vehicle is used)
  • Special “Kiddies Drives” can be arranged for younger children. No Children under the age of 12 will be permitted on walks

Amenities and features

Need to know

General Overview

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Overlooking an Active Waterhole
Madikwe Game Reserve
Non-Malaria Area
Big Five Reserve
Accessible by Road
4h30 min from Johannesburg
Int.: OR Tambo International Airport
20 min from Madikwe Western Airstrip
Helicopter Pad (on reserve)

Activities

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Game Drives (max 8 per vehicle) (from 6 yrs)
Off-Roading Allowed
Tracker
Bush Walks
Birding
Rhino Notching (add. cost)
Village Tours (add. cost)

Lodge Amenities

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8 Luxury Suites & 1 Family Deluxe Suite
WIFI
Mobile Reception (limited)
Camp Unfenced
Children of all ages
Swimming Pool
Electricity
In-Room Spa Treatments
Curio Shop
Laundry Services
Boma Meals
Bush Meals
Elephant Hide

Room Amenities

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WIFI
Plunge Pool (Family Suite only)
Fireplaces
A/C (hot & cold)
Bath (inside)
Shower (inside & outside)
Mini Bar
Tea / Coffee Station
Hairdryer
Safe
Mosquito Net
Bathroom Amenities

Additional

Services 

Because Safaris can be complicated, we offer other services that you might find useful.
Why not take a look and if you need more information feel free to contact us!