Madikwe Game Reserve, Game reserve near Kalahari Desert, South Africa.
The 750-square-kilometer reserve contains vast savannas, dense woodlands, and rolling hills that support a diverse range of animals including elephants and leopards.
Operation Phoenix in 1992 transformed former farmland into a conservation area through the relocation of entire breeding herds of African wildlife species.
The reserve operates through partnerships between North West Parks, regional communities, and private organizations to create employment and support local development.
The reserve maintains specific visiting hours from Monday to Friday between 8:00 and 16:30, with accommodations ranging from basic camps to private lodges.
Three hunting packs of African wild dogs thrive within the protected grounds, following successful introduction efforts that began with six individuals in 1994.
Location: North West
Address: 2874 R49, 2874, South Africa 2874
Opening Hours: Monday-Friday 08:00-16:30
Phone: +27183509938
Website: https://madikwe-game-reserve.co.za
GPS coordinates: -24.81670,26.21670
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:30
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