Madikwe Habitats:

Mammals at Madikwe:
In addition to the characteristic large mammals of the African savanna, Madikwe is also home to several species typical of the dry Kalahari (and at the eastern fringe of their natural distribution). Large numbers of elephant, giraffe and impala occur alongside oryx, springbok and red hartebeest. Several prides of lion share the Reserve with leopard, cheetah and wild dog. Both spotted and brown hyena are resident and may sometimes be seen together. Over 20 black rhinoceros occur in Madikwe's wooded thickets. Night drives often reveal lesser bushbaby, springhare, black-backed jackal and other nocturnal mammals. Because of the region's low rainfall, larger mammals are attracted to waterholes throughout the year.

Birds at Madikwe:

Other Madikwe Wildlife:
A variety of interesting reptiles occur at Madikwe, with large African rock-python favouring the rocky inselbergs, and flap-necked chameleon common in savanna woodland. Leopard tortoise may be encountered crossing sand tracks. There is an abundance of beautiful butterflies throughout the Reserve, and brightly-coloured dragonflies at waterholes. After rain showers, swarms of flying termites attract a host of predators, from eagles and rollers to bats and toads. The giant bullfrog emerges after heavy downpours and shares waterbodies with up to 20 other species of frog.

Interpretive game-drives
Professional and skilled CC Africa rangers will deliver a world-class interpretive experience of the bush on morning and afternoon/evening game-drives in 4x4 safari vehicles. Photographic opportunities of the Reserve’s fauna, flora and topography are excellent. Positioned at the ecological junction between the bushveld and the Kalahari, Madikwe comprises five distinct habitats which are home to an array of African wildlife. In addition to Africa’s Big Five, you may see large numbers of elephant, giraffe and impala occurring alongside oryx, springbok and red hartebeest.