Jaci’s Lodges

Set in the magnificent Madikwe Game Reserve in South Africa’s North-West Province, Jaci’s Lodges offers guests the ideal destination for unrivalled game-viewing, unique luxury accommodation options, outstanding service and tailor-made safari activities.

Jaci and Jan van Heteren are the founders and owner-manager couple behind Jaci’s Lodges. A dynamic duo, they have spent over 30 years working together to create and sustain their dream of a wildlife and safari experience that surpasses guests’ expectations.

Jaci’s Lodges is a true testament to the van Heterens’ insight into the needs of couples, groups and families looking for an authentic, upmarket safari getaway with no keys, no worries, outstanding food and luxury amenities…

Jaci’s Tree Lodge: 8 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.

Jaci’s Safari Lodge: 6 Tented Suites, with thatched roofs, low stone walls, private outside showers and viewing decks, canvas panels and large hand-mosaiced baths, seamlessly let “The Great Outdoors” in. 2 exclusive-use Family / Group-friendly suites provide the perfect bushveld base for your private safari experience.

Jaci’s Starbed Suites: The 2 Starbed Suites at Jaci’s Lodges epitomise exclusive, romantic safari accommodation with an emphasis on privacy and modern bushveld luxury. Jaci’s Starbed Suites are set over two levels, these sublime suites are ideal for honeymooners, special occasions and romantic getaways.

Jaci’s Madikwe House: An exclusive-use home-away-from-home safari hideaway, Jaci’s Madikwe House is ideal for up to 10 guests. The home comes complete with private chef, housekeeper, waitron, swimming pool, KolKol hot tub and pizza oven as well as a private game viewing vehicle and field guide.