Morukuru River House

• We are unable to accommodate guests that arrive early or depart late, unless an additional night is booked.
• All our rates are quoted in South African Rand and include VAT.
• Rates are subject to change without prior notice.
• A minimum stay of 4 nights is required for stays at Morukuru Family Madikwe for reservations during Christmas/New Year “PEAK SEASON”.

Infants under 2 years old are accommodated free of charge

Inclusions for Morukuru Family Madikwe:

• VIP Meet & Assist at OR Tambo International Airport
• Private and exclusive use of the houses
• Complimentary Wi-Fi (limited bandwidth)
• Breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks
• Local softdrinks, water, juices, coffee, tea
• Local house wines & local spirits
• Private chef, butler, host and housekeeping staff
• Private guide & tracker
• Private game drive vehicle
• Private bush walks (16 years and older)
• Sundowner drinks
• Picnics
• Road transfers within Madikwe Game Reserve
• Entrance fee / reserve gate fee
• Laundry service
• VAT / taxes

Exclusions for Morukuru Family Madikwe:

• Road transfers to/from Madikwe Game Reserve
• Flights to/from Madikwe Game Reserve
• Massage treatments
• Cellar wines (Premium list)
• Local dancers
• African drummers
• Conservation activities
• Day trips outside Madikwe Game Reserve
• Curio shop purchases

Morukuru Goodwill Foundation Conservation & Community Fee R 100 pppn for adults R 50 pppn for children under 16

Notes:

• All combinations are permitted.
• A minimum stay of 4 nights is required at the exclusive use houses, for reservations during Christmas/New Year “PEAK SEASON”
• Infants from the ages of 0 till 2 years are accommodated free of charge.

Arrival and Departure Times :

Regular check in time is from 14:00 PM, regular check out time is strictly 11:00 AM. We are unable to accommodate guests that arrive early or depart late, unless an additional night is booked.

Child Policy

Morukuru Family gladly welcomes children of all ages in all properties. We have fold away beds, baby cots, highchairs and car seats available. Our junior guests are allowed to participate in game drives, no matter their age.

Travel Documents:

Please ensure that you are in possession of a valid ID and a valid visa (if applicable). It is a condition of booking that the sole responsibility lies with the guests to ensure that they carry the correct comprehensive travel and medical insurance to cover themselves, as well as any dependants/travelling companions. This insurance should include full cover in respect of, but not limited to, the following eventualities: cancellation or curtailment of the safari, emergency evacuation expenses medical expenses, repatriation expenses, injury, death, damage/theft/loss of personal baggage, money and goods. The company, their representatives, employees and agents will take no responsibility for any costs, losses incurred or suffered by the guest, or guest’s dependants or travelling companions, with regards to, but not limited to, any of the abovementioned events. Families travelling with children under 18 years old should check the immigration regulations for South Africa, as additional documents may be required.

Extras:

All clients shall settle their extra account prior to departure from the premises unless otherwise arranged.

Special Dietary / Medical Requirements:

If guests have any medical problems, disabilities and/or allergies that may affect their holiday, please inform us before confirming the booking so that we can advise as to the suitability of the arrangements we provide. In any event guests must give us written details before booking. If we reasonably feel unable to accommodate the particular needs of a guest we reserve the right to decline the reservation or, if full details are not provided at the time of booking, we may need to cancel the reservation when we become aware of the situation. Normal cancellation policy will apply. We cannot be held responsible if we are not advised at the time of booking.

Deposit Policy

• For all bookings made within 45 days of travel
• Full payment is required within 48 hours of your booking. This payment can be made via bank transfer or credit card (Master/Visa).
• For all bookings made more than 45 days of travel
• A 50% deposit is required within 48 hours of your booking and the balance 45 days prior to arrival. This payment can be made via bank transfer or credit card (Master/Visa).

Standard Cancellation Policy  

• All cancellations must be made in writing. No telephonic or verbal cancellations will be accepted.
• If a booking is cancelled after confirmation, the applicable deposit will be forfeited.
• Cancellation within 60 days before arrival – 50% of full amount
• Cancellation within 30 days before arrival – 100% of full amount
• A 10% admin fee will be retained for cancellations made after the card has been charged.

Peak Season Cancellation Policy  

• Cancellation within 90 days before arrival – 50% of full amount
• Cancellation within 60 days before arrival – 75% of full amount
• Cancellation within 30 days before arrival – 100% of full amount
• A 10% admin fee will be retained for cancellations made after the card has been charged.

All meals, drinks and activities are included when booking one of our exclusive-use houses.

Taking the family to South Africa
South Africa is a popular destination for a (multi-generational) family safari. Our country is blessed with a pleasant climate and offers a diverse range of thrilling experiences. Morukuru Family operates in malaria-free areas only, ranging from Big 5 safaris in Madikwe Game Reserve to coastal adventures in De Hoop Nature Reserve and a one-of-a-kind stay in our boutique hotel & villa in Johannesburg.

Game drives with children.
Morukuru Family Madikwe welcomes children on our malaria-free safaris. All our exclusive-use safari houses (Morukuru Owner’s House, Morukuru River House and Morukuru Farm House) include private game drive vehicles. We provide booster seats if required.  A dedicated safari team comprising an experienced guide and tracker will introduce children safely and comfortably to the wonders of their backyard, the African bush.

Activities for children
One-of-a-kind tailored safari experiences await your children at Morukuru Family.  From their ‘Morukuru Kidz’ backpack filled with some fun, useful goodies to a host of child-oriented activities. These include fresh-air activities such as spoor tracking and guided discovery walks (bush or beach). For rainy days, pizza-making, board games, free Wi-Fi and a Playstation (at Morukuru Ocean House) will keep boredom at bay.

Babysitting services
At Morukuru Family Madikwe and at Morukuru Ocean House, our friendly, experienced childminders will gladly tailor their duties to your requirements. They are available to babysit your little ones during activity times and meal times for instance, or when the parents would like to enjoy a relaxing massage. At other moments, and at AtholPlace Hotel & Villa as well as Morukuru Beach Lodge, babysitting is offered at a surcharge and it is essential to book our experienced childminders in advance.

Maximum 6 adults and 4 children
 
On the banks of the peaceful Groot Marico River – River House

•  he House can accommodate 6 adults and 4 junior guests
• The 3 suites are adorned with king size beds, sumptuous bathrooms, indoor and outdoor showers, fireplace for chilly nights and private wooden balconies
• Junior guests are accommodated in our kids’ room (also used as a study) which is equipped with facilities like television, a DVD player and board games.
• The House is fully air-conditioned and also offers the option of ceiling fans, guest safes, internet , satellite television, small library of topical books and a selection of DVD’s and CD’s
• A heated infinity pool with inviting loungers, a boma for bonfire feasts, wooden veranda with romantic nooks and cosy views of the Marico river and an al fresco dining garden make this bush home a true haven
• The living space consists of a dining room, lounge, double view fire place and fully equipped kitchen which is available to guests at all times for snacks and drinks at their leisure and of their choice.  

Activities
Morukuru Family is entirely centered on guest experience and delighting them. We can offer game drives, bush walks (children under 16 will have bush walks on non big five private Morukuru Family property), fishing, bird-watching, fun outdoor mini-adventures like supervised exploring for junior guests, romantic starlit sleepovers at the double-storey bird hide for adults, creative meal settings and options like bush breakfasts, pizza picnics, candle-lit dinners and memorable barbeques at the riverside. Local dancers from the nearby Molatedi village are also a firm favourite. We also offer guests the possibility of having massages during their stay with our onsite therapists. 

Morukuru Kids
Morukuru Family is extremely child friendly as we welcome children of all ages. We have based our whole ethos around hosting families or groups of close friends. Our junior guests are allowed on game drives throughout the Madikwe Game Reserve and are able to enjoy every magical aspect of being on safari with their parents. Our children receive a Morukuru Kidz Backpack filled with Safari treasures. We offer the service of a Nanny for those parents that wish to have a little time to themselves allowing them to relax knowing their children are being cared for. Children are kept busy with baking, kiddie-adventures,
swimming, fishing and much more.

Food and Wines 
Our chefs are meticulously trained and can provide a wide array of catering options from traditional, formal and nouvelle cuisine to utterly relaxed and casual snacks on demand and everything in between.
We encourage our guests to eat al fresco as much as our beautiful African weather allows and believe that every meal is an occasion. Guests are also able to personally select wines from our wine cellar to accompany and compliment their meals.

Morukuru  Goodwill Foundation 
The Morukuru Family believes in giving back to Africa and to her wildlife, in the form of preservation and conservation and to her local communities through education, empowerment and encouragement.
We are involved in various Wildlife and Community projects: removing alien vegetation from the Madikwe Game reserve, assisting the Molatedi school library with book donations as well as soccer kits for the up and coming soccer stars, recycling initiatives, and assistance with Parks Board projects like darting, collaring and relocation activities. 

Wildlife
Madikwe is a Big 5 reserve (top 10). Its extensive grass plains are home to game such as Gemsbok and Springbok and over 340 species of birds. The rich diversity of vegetation ensures a wide range of game and wildlife as well as a terrain and topography that offer ideal game viewing and photographic opportunities.

Climate
Weather
The climate is typified by hot summers (September to April) and cool dry Winters (May to August).
Summer: 25˚C(77˚F) – 40˚C(104˚F) and Winters: 3˚C(38˚F) – 23˚C(73˚F)
Rainfall
Classed as a semi arid region, rainfall amounts to about 500mm (19.5inches) per year, with most of the
rain falling in the summer months.
Malaria
Madikwe Game reserve is malaria free. No Malaria medication is necessary for your stay at any of the Morukuru Family private houses, but we do advise the use of insect repellant

MORUKURU RIVER HOUSE ***** (10 guests)

• Exclusive use of the house
• Maximum 6 adults + 4 children
• Children of all ages welcome
• 3 spacious bedrooms en-suite
• Study / kids bedroom
• Airconditioning and ceiling fans
• Fireplaces
• Electronic safe in each bedroom
• Complimentary wifi
• Dining room
• Living room
• Large outdoor deck
• Boma
• Sala at river level (Yoga space)
• Private pool (12 meter)
• River front location
• Fenced for security
• 8 staff including private guide, tracker, chef, host, butler and housekeeping
• Nanny service
• Private gamedrive vehicle
• All meals included
• All drinks included, with the exception of wines on the ‘Reserve list’.
• Safari activities included

Facilities

• All ages are welcome
• All inclusive
• Child friendly
• Complimentary Wi-Fi
• Dining Room
• Electronic safe
• Exclusive use of the house
• Fireplace
• Fully air-conditioned
• Heated infinity pool
• Private swimming pool
• Indoor & outdoor showers
• King size bedrooms
• Morukuru Freedom Concept
• Nanny service
• Outdoor dining
• Private Butler
• Private chef
• Private Game Drive Vehicle
• Private Guide
• Study
• Wooden decks
• Children's bedroom

Madikwe Reserve in which Morukuru is situated is approximately 360 km from Johannesburg and Pretoria a 3.5 4 hours drive. Guests taking the self-drive option should also inform Morukuru staff of their impending arrival at Madikwe Reserve gate, at which point a ranger will drive through, meet and personally escort them to Morukuru Lodge.

NB It is also imperative to note that there are no petrol stations within Madikwe, so the Sun City Village is the last petrol stop available before entering the reserve. Morukuru Lodge is located in the heart of the richly diverse and Malaria Free 75 000 - hectare Madikwe Game Reserve, located in the North West Province of South Africa. Close to the South Africa-Botswana border.

Federal Air operates a daily flight from Johannesburg International Airport to Madikwe Airstrip, departing at 11H15 and returning at 12H30. Private air charters fly directly to Madikwe airstrip, 25 minutes from the lodge. Morukuru Lodge is easily accessible by two-wheel drive vehicle on good roads. The driving time from Johannesburg is 3.5 hours on good roads. Chauffeured transfers are also available.

GETTING THERE
By Air
We offer our guest the possibility of getting to and from the Morukuru Family private houses using our close partners Federal Air/Madikwe Charters.
The Federal Air Hangar and lounge is based at O.R. Tambo International Airport.
The duration of the flight from O.R. Tambo to Madikwe is +/- 50 minutes. All our guests are met on arrival at Johannesburg airport by a Morukuru representative and assisted through immigration, baggage collection and customs. They are then escorted to the Federal Air Kiosk (situated outside the
Intercontinental Hotel) and from there shuttled by road to the Federal Air lounge. The Federal Air shuttle bus passes every 20minutes and this is a complimentary service. Guests are able to make use of the Federal Air lounge where light refreshments and snacks are offered whilst guests can stretch their legs and wait for the departure of their flight to Madikwe. On arrival at the Madikwe airstrip, your Morukuru Family team will be waiting to take you through to your private villa.
Helicopter transfers can also be arranged should this be a requirement, we have a helicopter platform on our private property.

By Road
Madikwe Game Reserve is located 360kms from Johannesburg and is about a 4 hour drive. Sun City is located approximately 1½ hours from the Lodge. Transfer services can be arranged and  include a personalised meet and greet service at O.R. Tambo International Airport or hotel and the services of an
English speaking driver or language guide if required. 

Game drives

Your dedicated safari team (comprising a private guide, tracker and exclusive use game vehicle) provide thrilling game drives in Madikwe. Children of all ages welcome.

Bushwalks

Guide and tracker team offer private walking safaris in Big 5 Madikwe. Guests 60 and over require a medical certificate. Children under 16 years enjoy guided reserve walks safely away from dangerous animals. Pre-booking for bushwalks is required.

Hide sleep-out

For those adventurous spirits we can arrange for a romantic sleep-out under the Madikwe stars at our hide, at no additional cost.

Bird watching

Madikwe Game Reserve is home to over 350 notable bird species, adding a twitter of excitement to your safari experience.

Wellness

Treat yourself  to a Morukuru wellness therapy, possible in our sala overlooking the Marico River, on the Farm House deck, poolside or in your room, for ultimate privacy.

Fishing

This guided activity introduces you to the variety of freshwater fish species that thrive in the Marico River. Strictly catch and release.

Drumming lessons

Experience the beating heart of Madikwe as you drum to the rhythm of the bush.  For all ages, this unique activity is engaging and energetic.

Local dancers

Community partner, Molatedi Village, promote their talented youth as representatives of their vibrant local culture through dance. Performances are a delightful, exuberant expression of joy.

Cooking classes

Our Chef is always happy to welcome guests into the kitchen for a relaxed cooking class. Together, learn to prepare your favourite Morukuru Family dish.

A family bush safari or a coastal safari experience
At Morukuru Family a bush safari or a coastal safari is a wonderful family therapy. Regardless of age, the shared thrill of seeing wild animals in their natural habitat is bonding. This is exactly why Morukuru Family welcomes children of all ages, a privilege many of the other accommodations don’t offer. in Madikwe Game Reserve children of all ages can also join on gamedrives, thanks to the exclusive-use house concept.

We are very aware of the fact that different families have different needs – some parents want to be with their kids 24/7, others crave time out. When staying at Morukuru Family, you set the boundaries, and our team will maintain them. We know that parents only truly relax when they know their kids are having a great time, so we offer not only a babysitting service if required, but plenty of exciting things for kids to do as well.

We do not offer a set ‘kiddies programme’, but we rather believe that children should be given the same individual care and attention that we provide for our adult guests, with each child’s particular food requirements, bedding preferences, interests, age and life experiences taken into account.

From the moment you arrive, your children will be handed their very own ‘Morukuru Kidz’ backpack filled with some fun and useful goodies. At the three exclusive-use houses in Madikwe Game Reserve and at Morukuru Ocean House in the De Hoop Nature Reserve we offer a host of child-specific activities, from tracking lessons to baking biscuits, from bush- and/or marine walks to board games. And for those kids who simply can’t live without technology, those properties also offer access to free Wi-Fi, computer stations, DVDs and Playstation.

Morukuru Family was created by a family, for families. We like to welcome our guests into our large extended family, with a real focus on the importance of bringing generations together – grandparents, parents, siblings and children, creating an album of memories to last a lifetime.

Indoors – A home from home for children
Sometimes our junior guests tire of the great outdoors and just want to chill inside. They will find a host of goodies in their Morukuru Kidz backpacks to entertain and educate them simultaneously. These include educational wildlife cards, activity books, epitomizing a fun, interactive learning experience about wildlife, game, birdlife and Africa in general. At the exclusive-use houses in Madikwe Game Reserve and at Morukuru Ocean House in De Hoop Nature Reserve we also have an extensive selection of children’s movies on DVD and other (board)games to keep them playing happily for hours!

Babysitting services – Your African Mary Poppins!
At Morukuru Family we know that our adult guests love to rest, relax and unwind. Sometimes, that can best be achieved knowing that one’s children are in the responsible care of an experienced babysitter. At our exclusive-use houses in Madikwe and at Morukuru Ocean House our staff will gladly tailor their duties to your daily requirements, and are available at any time to ensure that your children are well taken care of and caringly entertained. While you go on a bush walk, enjoy a romantic sunset dinner on top of a mountain or overlooking the ocean (depending in which house you are staying), ….. or just relax with a good book as the peace of Morukuru wraps itself around you, you can unwind knowing that your little ones are happy with their very own “Mary Poppins”.