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THE MORE, THE MERRIER: MOLORI TOPS

THE FAMILY SAFARI BUCKET LIST

he family holiday is experiencing a decided upswing, with 2. Focus on the kids
both close and extended relations looking to rekindle and From popcorn stops on game drives to steaming outdoor jacuzzis to
Tdeepen connections. Togetherness is key, with renewed enjoy, plus animal-print manicures (understandably, the most popular
vigour for life and appreciation of family ties very much top of mind. treatment on Molori’s spa menu), children are in for a treat. Each child
receives an interactive safari book on arrival, but they soon discover
The need to experience nature at scale, and to reconnect with that their guide is a gifted storyteller, identifying everything from dung
the earth and each other, finds the perfect match in a family to footprints and alarm calls along the way.
safari. Molori Safari, the jewel of Madikwe, is the perfect location.
Exclusively booking all five of Molori’s private villas for one large Back at the lodge, parents can happily retreat to the spa or reading
family is paradise found, and the answer to today’s holiday needs. deck, knowing that the kids are in good hands while doing a cookery
course or making pizzas with the chef.
The luxury lodge is primed to host family groups who can
communally experience the safari of a lifetime in this malaria-free 3. Unparalleled wildlife experiences
Big Five reserve. Along with new-look interiors boldly refurbished This starts with the superbly experienced and entertaining guides.
over the past two years, the lodge now features an expanded art They’re the secret to a great safari: they have the ability to change what
offering from the private Ichikowitz Heritage Art Collection and could be an indifferent experience into a truly wild, educational one
new ‘art rugs’ especially commissioned and handwoven by master that is tailormade to guests’ interests.
craftsmen.
With one of the most active waterholes in the game-rich 75 000-hectare
Molori’s new spa is a heavenly sanctuary under the trees, with the Madikwe reserve – no fewer than three elephant herds quench their
original treatment room refurbished in soothing olive greens, greys thirst here daily – there’s no doubt that Molori’s sunken hide gives it the
and natural woods. edge, especially for seasoned safari lovers.

Here’s more of what sets Molori apart: Guests who’ve never experienced the fascinating dynamics of elephant
families from the safety of an underground hide are always spellbound
1. A sense of home here. They’re endlessly fascinated as guides explain how elephant
Originally a private family retreat, Molori has retained its feeling rumbles can be heard up to 12 kilometres away, and why they flap their
of intimate familiarity, which is one of many reasons that ears constantly and shower themselves with sand. It’s the ultimate
multigenerational families love booking the lodge exclusively. It close encounter that creates lifelong memories.
sleeps up to 16 guests in five individually decorated suites, and
children of all ages are warmly welcomed. The hide does double duty as a gin and whiskey tasting bar, and guests
can also have meals in the adjacent glass-lined dining area.
Small numbers and a highly experienced and passionate team allow
this intimate safari experience to be entirely flexible, which makes Immersive one-day encounters at Madikwe offer guests the rare
for a superbly relaxing retreat, especially with little ones in tow. opportunity to experience collaring or rhino notching events with the

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