The Booking Is Done
Choosing Madikwe Game Reserve and Rhulani Safari Lodge marked the big decisions, yet it still felt like a project stuck in the planning phase for quite a while.
It wasn’t until the final booking was confirmed that everything suddenly clicked into place.
What started as an idea sparked by initial research turned into a real journey—with fixed dates, confirmed reservations, and a detailed itinerary.
Safari 2026 is happening.
My Travel Plan
The adventure begins on August 30, 2026, at Alicante Airport.
From there, the journey starts with a flight to Zurich, followed by an evening long-haul flight to Johannesburg.
On August 31, 2026, at 9:20 AM, I’ll land in South Africa. After passport control, I’ll catch a connecting FedAir flight straight to Madikwe Game Reserve.
That’s where the real adventure begins.
August 31–September 5, 2026
5 nights and 6 days at Rhulani Safari Lodge
• Private chalet
• Own small pool
• Outdoor shower
• Daily game drives
• Full board
• Malaria-free reserve
• Countless photo opportunities
The Itinerary
August 30, 2026
Alicante → Zurich → Johannesburg
August 31, 2026
Arrival in Johannesburg at 9:20 AM
FedAir flight to Madikwe
August 31 – September 5, 2026
Stay at Rhulani Safari Lodge
September 5, 2026, 2:20 PM
Madikwe → Johannesburg
September 5, 2026, 5:20 PM
Johannesburg → Zurich → Alicante
September 6, 2026
Arrival in Alicante around midday
Growing Excitement
With the booking confirmed, a plan became a real destination.
For the first time, I could vividly imagine the entire trip—from departing Spain to the first game drive in Africa.
The anticipation grows with each passing day.
At the same time, another phase of preparation is underway: searching for the perfect camera and gear for the safari.
A Special Moment
Confirming the booking was a huge milestone for me.
For many months, this project existed only in ideas, comparisons, and research. Now the dates are set and the countdown has begun.
What was once a dream has become a real adventure.
"From that moment on, it was no longer about if the trip would happen—but only about how much longer I’d have to wait."