Welcome
The adventure begins the moment you arrive at Rhulani Safari Lodge in the malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve, where an African welcome awaits you. Rhulani means “relax”, and we invite you to sit back and enjoy the African bush with us!
Creating Rhulani has been both stimulating and inspirational. We set out to transform the ordinary into the extraordinary – to build a modern-day refuge, an oasis of calm, a place to nourish the soul and lift the spirit. We invite you to experience the serenity and harmony of this special place with us – come celebrate nature and life.
Luxury Accommodation
Indulge in the peace and tranquillity of the spectacular Madikwe Game Reserve. Enjoy the total privacy of your own plunge pool while you relax in the spacious luxury of your private chalet.
Choose between our six Luxury Private Chalets, the Luxury Private Chalet - Premium or the Luxury Family Suite.
Travelife Gold Accommodation Sustainability
In April 2025, Rhulani Safari Lodge became only the second hotel in South Africa to achieve Travelife Gold certification, independently recognising our commitment to responsible tourism, environmental sustainability, biodiversity, fair labour, human rights and animal welfare.
Travelife is a global accommodation sustainability certification body, respected for being impartial and robust. Its comprehensive criteria cover emissions, biodiversity, human rights, fair labour, child safeguarding and animal welfare.
Virtual Tour
Take a tour of Rhulani Safari Lodge and discover the main areas as well as the different room categories in a 360° view.
Featured Blogs
Life of a ranger: Black death of the bush
| Rhulani Safari LodgeDid you know that the Cape Buffalo, native to our region, has several nicknames due to its dangerous and aggressive nature, such as the Black Death of the Bush or the Widowmaker? Rhulani's ranger, Tha...Excellence Behind every meal: Rhulani renews HACCP certification
| Rhulani Safari LodgeAt Rhulani Safari Lodge, a truly exceptional safari experience is about much more than what happens out in the bush. It is also about the care, attention and professionalism behind every detail of you...Wild dogs in the backyard – An unexpected afternoon at Rhulani
| Rhulani Safari LodgeIt was one of those beautiful late afternoons at Rhulani Safari Lodge when the bush seemed to slow down. The guests were all out on their afternoon game drives, the lodge was wonderfully quiet, and th...Rhulani bush stories: Rhino calf drinking milk
| Rhulani Safari LodgeA white rhino mother with her calf, which is still nursing. This is a sighting worth seeing in its own right, but what particularly captivates Willem is the little one’s specific position and techniqu...Life of a Ranger: Hyenas - Dogs or cats?
| Rhulani Safari LodgeDid you know that hyenas look more like dogs, but are otherwise classified as cat-like mammals? Rhulani's ranger, Ralf, found a hyena mother nursing her cub today close to the den site, and he tells u...Rhulani Insights 285 - Solar plant extension
| Rhulani Safari LodgeSustainability is an ongoing journey at Rhulani Safari Lodge, and in our latest video, owner Rolf Steiner joins Lodge Manager Tom-Hendrik Basson for an exclusive tour of our expanded solar installatio...
The Rhulani Experience
Discover the Rhulani experience through the eyes of our team and owner Rolf Steiner – and immerse yourself in a safari that invites you to slow down, reconnect with nature and simply feel the bush.
Our Awards
- 12th consecutive global title marks a landmark year for sustainability & luxury
- Luxury has become part of our DNA
- 2024 booking.com Traveller Review Award
- A glittering evening
- Thank you to all our dear guests!
