Highlights

• Tau Game Lodge is one of Madikwe Game Reserve's larger properties located in the northern sector.
• Excellent views over the waterhole for game-viewing.
• Game drives in open safari vehicles with canopies for extra comfort.

You Should Know

• Families with children are welcome at Tau Game Lodge.
• Children under the age of 2 years sharing with parents stay free.
• Children under the age of 6 years are not allowed to join adults on the standard game drives unless the party with the children has booked a private vehicle (at an additional charge).
• Although children under the age of 6 years are not allowed to join adults on the standard game drives, a shorter kiddies’ safari of approximately an hour is offered, and the Tau Cubz Club programme is in place for their entertainment.

The Details

On the far northern border of South Africa lies a beautiful area known as the Groot Marico. It is in this spectacular setting, in the malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve, that the privately owned Tau Game Lodge is situated.

Madikwe Game Reserve is currently the country’s fourth-largest game reserve, comprising 75,000 hectares. Situated in the North West Province, it boasts year-round game viewing and is one of the few reserves where visitors can view a wide variety of fauna.

Breeding herds of elephants, white and black rhinos, lions, cheetahs, spotted and brown hyenas, buffaloes, leopards, zebras, and the endangered wild dogs, along with various antelope species, giraffes, ostriches, warthogs, and an array of small mammals, are among the magnificent animals that roam the reserve. Madikwe is also home to a bird population of over 250 different species.

Built in 1995, Tau Game Lodge overlooks a natural waterhole, which attracts a variety of game. The diverse vegetation thrives in the fertile topsoil, adding to the reserve's beauty. The lodge has since been revamped and now offers a blend of comfort, luxury, and an authentic bush feel.

Thirty luxury chalets are spread out in a U-formation on either side of the lodge, providing excellent views of animals approaching the waterhole from the opposite bank. The lodge holds a 5-star rating, and the chalets are equipped with air-conditioning, ceiling fans, mini-bars, safes, tea and coffee facilities, en-suite bathrooms with open-air showers, and private decks, ensuring privacy while experiencing the bush.

Families with children are welcome at Tau Game Lodge. Twenty standard chalets accommodate two adults sharing, while the more spacious deluxe chalets, with comfortable seating areas, can accommodate parents and children sharing the same room. The sliding doors offer spectacular views of the breathtaking, rugged surroundings and the tranquil bushveld.

The state-of-the-art Convention Centre, located within walking distance of the lodge, can seat up to 150 delegates. It is equipped with high-quality equipment, making it an ideal conference venue.

The Tau Spa Oasis is a serene sanctuary that reflects the soul of Africa. Its natural surroundings enhance the experience, enabling guests to indulge their senses with a unique fusion of therapies designed to replenish and soothe the body, mind, and soul.

Price Includes

• Accommodation, three meals per night booked, and two game drives per day in open Land Rovers guided by experienced rangers. This includes a sundowner drink.