POA Per Week | 6 Bedroom House to Rent in Madikwe

Tuningi Lodge is situated in the world renowned Big 5 Madikwe Game Reserve, a 75 000 hectare malaria-free, protected area. Madikwe Game Reserve is a true African success story and Tuningi proudly showcases this in magnificent style! This private and exclusive Lodge offers guests superior accommodation enhanced by an impressive Big 5 safari experience.

Set in the rolling hills of the 75 000 hectare malaria-free ‘Big 5’ Madikwe Game Reserve. Tuningi offers a five-star African safari which is enhanced by personalised service in a friendly and relaxed environment. Tuningi accommodates 16 guests in four Luxury and two Family Suites, each with two suites plus an adjoining lounge, kitchenette and dining area, with breathtaking views from private wrap-around decks. En-suite bedrooms have luxurious amenities and are air-conditioned, with ceiling fans and gas fireplaces for added comfort. Large bathrooms have a fireplace, double baths and basins and an outdoor rock shower.

Without compromising on luxury, Tuningi’s Family Suites are not only perfect for families looking for extra space, but offer all the same comforts and finishes of the Luxury Suites. They are made-up of two en-suite double bedrooms, and are joined buy a dining area, kitchenette and a living room with an expansive timber deck from where the surrounding beauty can be appreciated.

The main thatched Lodge building features beautiful indoor and outdoor lounges, an elegant dining room and magnificent rim-flow pool overlooking a waterhole where you can indulge in the sights and sounds from just a few feet away. Or retreat to the hide where you can experience amazing close-up views of the animals drinking at the waterhole. A sweeping wooden deck links areas and leads to a boma under an ancient fig tree – perfect for outdoor dining around a log fire. Enjoy fine cuisine and a selection of top wines in our intimate dining room or under the stars.

Tuningi’s highly qualified game rangers create passion in guests for the environment and wildlife, with safaris in 4x4 open-air game viewing vehicles. Lion, elephant, buffalo, white and black rhino, leopard, as well as the rare and endangered wild dog provide unique sightings to look forward to. Rejuvenating spa treatments can be enjoyed in the privacy of your suite overlooking the bush. Weddings at Tuningi are defined by careful attention to detail, service and co-ordination, creating a stylish yet relaxed event in a unique setting .

TUNINGI SAFARI LODGE
• Only 4½ hours drive or 50 minute flight from Johannesburg.
• 165 000 acre, Malaria free, ‘Big 5’ Madikwe Game Reserve.
• Five-star service in a homely, friendly and relaxed environment.
• Accommodates 16 guests in 4 Luxury Suites and 2 Family Suites.
• Well equipped game viewing Land Cruisers.
• Highly qualified, game rangers with advanced photographic skills.
• Outstanding authentic South Africa cuisine.
• Unforgettable Boma dinners beneath 300 year old Tuningi Fig Tree alongside Lodge’s watering hole.
• Underground Hide on ground level with the wildlife that comes for a drink at the waterhole.
• Well equipped gym for guests wanting to keep active in the bush.
• In-room Massage Treatments to rejuvenate and restore body and mind.
• Wi-Fi Facility at Main Lodge.
• Satellite TV at Bar.

LOCATION
• Madikwe Game Reserve, North West Province
• Traversing over 75 000 hectares /165 000 acres / 750 square kilometers
• 4 hour drive from Johannesburg
• 50 minute direct scheduled flight from Johannesburg to the reserve
• 20 minute drive from Airstrip to the Lodge

FACILITIES
The interiors of the Lodge are themed as ‘Colonial African Chic’ and the main thatched building offers beautiful indoor and outdoor lounges, an elegant dining room and magnificent rim-flow pool that overlooks the waterhole. These areas are interlinked by a sweeping wooden deck that leads to a boma under an ancient Fig Tree. This boma deck is perfect for outdoor dinners around a blazing log fire where you can still see and hear the wildlife a few feet away.
• Lounge
• Dining room
• Bar
• Boma and viewing deck next to the water hole under an ancient Fig Tree
• Underground Hide on ground level with the wildlife that comes for a drink at the waterhole
• Superb South African wines
• Wooden viewing deck around a rim-flow swimming pool overlooking the water hole
• Wi Fi in the Main Lodge area
• Variety of books in the library
• Satellite television (sport channels only)
• Small curio shop
• Well equipped gym for guests wanting to keep active in the bush.
• Small pool near second Family Suite and Gym

ACCOMMODATION
Tuningi Lodge can accommodate a total of 16 guests in four Luxury Suites and two exclusive Family Suites each consisting of two suites with an adjoining lounge, kitchenette and dining room. By utilising retractable doors and windows wherever possible, the two Family Suites create space by blending interiors with the bush. Spacious and private Suites with outdoor rock showers and wrap-around decks face a beautiful valley, which is frequented by a wide variety of wildlife day and night.

LUXURY SUITES
• 4 Luxury Suites (2 guests per suite)
• En-suite bathrooms
• Private wooden viewing deck
• Air-conditioning & heating
• Fireplace in bedroom and bathroom
• Spacious lounge
• Double size bath
• Double basin
• Outdoor showers
• Mini bar stocked on request
• Telephone - internal
• Mosquito nets
• Mosquito repellent
• Robes
• Slippers
• Hairdryer
• Umbrella
• Safe
• Tea / coffee facilities
• Mammal and bird reference guides
• Fashionable magazines

FAMILY SUITES
• 2 Family Suites (accommodating 4 guests)
• Spacious lounge and dining room
• Kitchenette
• Private wooden viewing deck
• Air-conditioning & heating
• Fireplace in bedroom and bathroom
• En-suite bathrooms
• Double size bath
• Double basin
• Outdoor showers
• Mini bar stocked on request
• Telephone - internal
• Mosquito nets
• Mosquito repellent
• Robes
• Slippers
• Hairdryer
• Umbrella
• Safe
• Tea / coffee facilities
• Mammal and bird reference guides
• Fashionable magazines

ACTIVITIES
Madikwe Game Reserve offers a wealth of bio-diversity. Tuningi has exceptionally well trained wildlife rangers and with access to 750 square kilometres of traversing, Big 5 game viewing opportunities are excellent.
• Big 5 game viewing (Lion, Elephant, Rhino, Leopard, Buffalo)
• Two game drives daily (morning & afternoon)
• Photographic safaris

WELLNESS
Pampering treatments can be enjoyed in the privacy of your suite:
• Indian Head massage
• Foot massage
• Full body massage
• Manicure and pedicure

GYM
Keeping active while in the bush is a pleasure at Tuningi. The gym blends into the surrounding bush and guests have the opportunity of viewing wildlife while they build up a sweat. The gym is fitted with a treadmill, spinning bike and a cable cross weight trainer.

BOMA DINNERS
Our traditional boma is a truly memorable way to experience an evening under the African night sky. Fine cuisine and wines can be sampled while sitting near a warm, crackling fire. This is the perfect opportunity to reminisce, share and discuss the days sightings and experiences. End off the evening with a sumptuous dessert and a nightcap before bidding farewell to the simmering fire to the calling of your suite.

MORNING & AFTERNOON GAME DRIVES
Africa’s big game abounds in the Madikwe Game Reserve. Each day brings something different, as you explore the endless fascination of Africa’s wildlife in an open, state-of-the-art Land Cruiser with a roof for sun protection in the summer months. Whether it is a leopard on the hunt, lions roaring at twilight, dung beetles going about their business, or birds building a nest – an amazing experience awaits!
Tuningi’s highly qualified game rangers have a skill for making guests feel passionate about the environment and wildlife while offering a unique opportunity for those willing to be educated on many aspects of wildlife and bush etiquette.
• Two game drives daily.
• Big 5 game viewing (Lion, Elephant, Rhino, Leopard, Buffalo).
• State-of-the-art Land Cruisers.
• Passionate, qualified Game Rangers.
• Tea, filter coffee and biscuits on morning game drive.
• Drinks and canapès on afternoon game drive.

WEDDINGS
At Tuningi, your wedding ceremony will become a subtle combination of African chic grace and charm. On the night of arrival we will treat you and your guests to a traditional bush dinner in the middle of the reserve under the stars. The day of the wedding will begin lazily with a relaxed brunch on the deck at the lodge, after which all will have time for a rest before the big event. The ceremony will take place on a ‘koppie’ (hill) overlooking the northern part of the Madikwe Game Reserve. Defined by careful attention to detail, service and co-ordination, the Tuningi team will lend a stylish yet relaxed and welcoming atmosphere to your exclusive bush wedding.
THIS PACKAGE INCLUDES
• Game drives day before and after the wedding for all guests that are accommodated at the lodge.
• Bush dinner the night before the wedding for all the guests.
• Wedding ceremony in the bush on a hill top.
• A welcome drink and snack in the Tuningi boma, overlooking the waterhole, during the bridal couple’s photoshoot.
• Wedding reception and dinner in the Main Lodg e.
• Single layer wedding cake with topping o f your choice.
• Singing and dancing of Lodge choir.
• Special wedding turndown for the bridal couple including a bottle o f South African sparkling wine.
• Wedding gift for the bridal couple, courtesy of Tuningi.
• Full body massage for bride and groom.
• Witnesses at the ceremony (lodge staff).
• Pressing of bride and groom garments.
THIS PACKAGE EXCLUDES (To be quoted on request)
• PREPARATION AND PROCESSING OF ALL LEGAL DOCUMENTS.
• The Minister, his/her travel and.
• Photographer, hairdresser, make-up artist and additional beauty treatments.
• Accommodation.
• All Beverages.
• Flowers of your choice.