Jaci's Tree Lodge - Madikwe Game Reserve

Jaci’s Tree Lodge accommodates its guests in custom-built treehouses that seem to float high above the ground. Guests can enjoy a magnificent accommodation experience with views into the surrounding riverine forest as well as glimpses across the Marico River. Jaci’s Tree Lodge blends into the overarching canopy of the surrounding bush and foliage, making for fantastic birdwatching in a natural environment.

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Sabi Sands Reviews:

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July 26, 2026 CL Website
100% Recommended  

Recommendations were great and all the arrangements worked smoothly. Andy was always reachable and receptive to requests and modification. 100%

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100% Recommended  
Sven Gysling    July 26, 2026   CL    Website   
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Recommendations were great and all the arrangements worked smoothly. Andy was always reachable and receptive to requests and modification. 100% recommended.

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September 23, 2026 GB Website
Sabisandlodges has been amazing in…  

Sabisandlodges has been amazing in creating a dream holiday!!! They were attentive, quick to respond and arranged everything for us


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Sabisandlodges has been amazing in…  
Annelize Taylor    September 23, 2026   GB    Website   
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Sabisandlodges has been amazing in creating a dream holiday!!! They were attentive, quick to respond and arranged everything for us in great detail!!

Thank you so much for arranging all our travel - Ulusaba, amazing. The pick ups were great - through vumba tours!!
The La Rochelle tours were fantastic too. Drivers were helpful, friendly and professional.

Really enjoyed our experiences and everyone involved made it even better!!!!

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September 23, 2026 ZA Website
Thank you Max for your recommendation and great service.  

Our experience with Max from Sabi Sands Lodges was brilliant. His recommendation and attention to details were excellent. We highly

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Thank you Max for your recommendation and great service.  
Andrew W.    September 23, 2026   ZA    Website   
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Our experience with Max from Sabi Sands Lodges was brilliant. His recommendation and attention to details were excellent. We highly recommend booking with Sabi Sands Lodges as it saved us time & effort. Experience counts and Max's knowledge was invaluable.

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May 6, 2026 ZA Website
Best in the bushes  

What a memorable stay.
Our experience was perfect from start to finish. Booking the experience through Andy set the tone

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Best in the bushes  
Candice Tehini    May 6, 2026   ZA    Website   
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What a memorable stay.
Our experience was perfect from start to finish. Booking the experience through Andy set the tone for the stress-free bush experience.

From the vanilla scented towels, to the delicious food, exciting game drives and phenomenal staff, our stay at Shiduli was magical from the second we arrived and lives in our hearts long after we left.

Your helpful staff greeted us as we arrived and and were with us every step of the way... literally. We were escorted to our private villa by Gary, who my children absolutely adored. Richard, in the bar was on form and Gogo Dorris had faith that we would see lions... which we did.

Thandy and Karen were friendly, professional and made us feel like old friends. We will definitely be back and will bring our friends and family so they can share in this beautiful gem.

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August 19, 2026 Cardiff, UK Website
The best safari oasis  

We’ve have just come back from a 3 night stay at earth lodge. One word incredible. We got to see

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The best safari oasis  
Mandy H    August 19, 2026   Cardiff, UK    Website   
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We’ve have just come back from a 3 night stay at earth lodge. One word incredible. We got to see the big 5 and a lot more animals. The game drives were amazing. The Knowledge of the tracker (Donald) and our guide (Helen) was exceptional and they ensured we were able to see everything. We seen leopards, cheetahs and lions. You stop for a morning coffee out in the bush and sundowners in the evening, this was also excellently organised. The rooms are absolutely stunning with the biggest mini bar I’ve ever seen. The drink options are fantastic. Super comfortable rooms and luxurious. Food was superb. Each evening there was a different location for dinner excellently curated by the team at the hotel, with food prepared to a very high standard. We also used the gym facilities which were great. The service and operational standards at this hotel are exceptional. I would 100% stay at this lodge again it was such an incredible experience


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Jaci’s Tree Lodge

Jaci’s Lodges founder and owner Jan van Heteren was profoundly inspired by the Okavango Delta’s characteristically intimate, secluded, luxury camps that seem to grow organically from the earth. These lodges are often built to sit high on stilts and with a focus on ecological construction, they blend seamlessly into their environment. As a result, Jaci’s Tree Lodge is the realisation of Jan’s dream – an elevated lodge that appears to float above the ground… Guests are luxuriously accommodated in custom treehouse-style suites, boasting magnificent views into the surrounding riverine forest, as well as glimpses across the famous Marico River. The Treehouse Suites blend effortlessly into the overarching canopy of lush foliage, making for fantastic birdwatching in a natural environment.
Each of the eight double-occupancy treehouse-style suites feature an outdoor shower, indoor bath and private viewing decks. The suites are decorated with Jaci’s trademark African vibrancy, complemented by modern elements and a focus on privacy. The unique custom-built stilted structures are connected by lantern-lined, elevated walkways.
For guests’ convenience, the lodge has photographic equipment available to hire. Whether you require a camera for a particular day’s safari drives or would like to make use of one for the duration of your stay, they are happy to be able to offer their guests access to their quality photographic equipment. An Apple MAC computer, with suitable photographic editing software is also on-hand at Jaci’s Tree Lodge Main Lodge.
Due to its structure, on wooden stilts connected by raised walkways, Jaci’s Tree Lodge isn’t suitable for small children. Kids 13 years and older are welcome.
SELF-DRIVE DIRECTIONS FROM OR TAMBO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT TO JACI’S LODGES VIA MOLATEDI GATE
It is approximately a 3.5-hour drive to the lodge. We advise that you refuel at Sun Village, as there is no fuel available inside the reserve.
We do not recommend using a GPS to get to Jaci’s Lodges, please instead make use of the directions provided.
Follow the R565 road for approximately 39.4km passing Black Rhino Reserve and the Pilanesberg Platinum Mine turnoff, and turn left at KAYAKULU (tar road)
Continue straight along the D548 road for 24.8km until you reach a T-JUNCTION.
Turn right at the T-Junction onto a tar road.
After about 10 km you will pass signs to Obakeng Village on your left.
Continue for another 10km’s and turn left towards Madikwe/ Molatedi Gate (sign-posted) onto a dirt road.
This road is gravel. Continue on *the road towards MOLATEDI VILLAGE (do not take the Derdepoort turning to the right, continue straight) and over the MARICO RIVER (+/- 14km’s)
Continue straight to the MOLATEDI GATE entrance (+/- 7km’s) and into MADIKWE GAME RESERVE.

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Iconic Leopard in a Tree Shot a regular occurrance
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Price Includes:

King / twin-bedded open-plan bedroom, Large indoor bath, Private outdoor shower, Private viewing deck, Air-conditioner and ceiling fan, Eco-friendly Beautiful Earth amenities, Twice-daily game drives, including sunset / sunrise stops and night drives, All meals daily

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    Jaci's Tree Lodge - Detailed Information

    Treehouse Suites

    The Treehouse Suites luxuriously accommodate guests in custom built stilted treehouse-style structures. Connected by elevated walkways, they each boast magnificent views into the surrounding riverine forest, as well as glimpses across the famous Marico River. The 8 Treehouse Suites blend effortlessly into the overarching canopy of lush foliage, making for fantastic birdwatching in a peaceful, natural environment.

    Each of the 8 Treehouse Suites Include:
    Twice-daily game drives, including sunset and sunrise stops
    All meals daily
    Local and specialised teas and fabulous filter coffee
    Select local house drinks including a variety of fine South African wines, spirits, beers and non-alcoholic beverages (subject to booking terms and conditions)
    Access to the Main Lodge and swimming pool area, as well as the Terrapin Hide, Tlou Deck and *Naledi Treehouse at Jaci’s Tree Lodge Madikwe
    Each of the 8 Treehouse Suites Feature:
    A spacious, open-plan bedroom which can be configured with either King or Twin beds
    An en-suite bathroom, featuring a large free-standing bath
    A private in/outdoor shower area
    A personal safari bar, mini bar fridge and a Kalahari Cooler, stocked with a delicious selection of coffees, teas and treats
    A private viewing deck area with superb views into the beautiful surrounding bushveld
    Air-conditioning and ceiling fans
    Eco-friendly Afri-earth amenities

    Terrapin Hide

    The Terrapin Hide at Jaci’s Tree Lodge provides a truly unique vantage point for game watching, whether you want to capture priceless images of wildlife from the centre of our active waterhole or simply sit quietly, immersing yourself in your surroundings.

    Accessible via an underwater tunnel, the submerged photographic hide is open to Jaci’s Tree Lodge and Jaci’s Starbed Suite guests 24-hours a day and for guests’ convenience, our photographic equipment is also available to hire. Whether you require a camera for a particular day’s safari drives or would like to make use of one for the duration of your stay, we are happy to be able to offer our guests quality photographic equipment rental.

    Camera kit for hire

    • Canon 7Dii’s
    • 100-400mm lenses
    • Gimpro game viewer mounts
    • R1250.00 per camera per day, which consists of an evening and a morning drive.

    Please Note:

    The Terrapin Hide is only accessible to guests staying at Jaci’s Tree Lodge and Jaci’s Starbed Suites.
    Camera kit hire is subject to additional costs and availability.
    Terms and conditions apply.

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