Buffalo Ridge is a wholly community owned camp in the Madikwe Game Reserve. The lodge is a pioneering project that gives the local Balete community (of the Batswana tribe) their own lodge and the direct transfer of benefits from ecotourism to the rural community. The camp is set along a rocky ridge with magnificent views of the bushveld basin below. The 8 rooms are spacious, comfortably furnished and are privately positioned. The main lodge is settled neatly among rock fig trees along a broken rock face. The views from the dining deck and the pool are stunning. The atmosphere is extremely laid back and informal. Good food and friendly staff add to the holistic safari experience. The rooms are situated a fair way from the main lodge and the camp is only protected with a single electric strand fence – deterring larger game such as elephant and rhino, but allowing smaller species through.

Why we like it

Community-owned lodge, Ecotourism benefits local community, Magnificent views, Classic Big 5 safari

Quick Facts

Accommodation Type: Full Board
Rates from: $300 - $500 p.p.p.d.
Camp Size: Medium
Max No of Guests: 16
Children Friendly: No
Minimum Age: 12

Grading and Accreditation

Star Grading: 5 Stars
Green Rating Accreditation: No
Responsible Tourism Certified: Yes

Location

Details Distance (Km) Travel Time (Min)
Nearest Town Zeerust9060
Nearest Major City Johannesburg and Pretoria330240
Nearest Major Airport OR Thambo330240
Nearest Hospital Zeerust9060

Park / Reserve

Madikwe Game Reserve Please click to view

Activities

Primary

Game Drive

Optional

Cultural Tour
Massuese

Facilities

Room

Telephone
Air conditioning
Fans
En-suite bathroom
Couches / Lounge area
Cupboards

Camp

Swimming pool
Massage available
Laundry service
Fax facility
Internet terminal
Satellite TV
Study / library area
Wine cellar
Credit cards accepted

This Experience

Safari type

Big 5 Safari

Specialist Species

African Wild Dog
Big 5
Elephant
Lion
White Rhino

Malaria area

No

Suitable for

Couples
Small groups
Large groups
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