Botswana`s Best Kept Secret

Botswana’s Best Kept Secret
The Northern Tuli Game Reserve
Tuli Block ~ Botswana
A land of unsurpassed beauty …
teaming with Wildlife, History & Culture
by Francois & Wendy du Toit, of du Toit TMCS, for and on behalf of the
The history & physical attributes of the Northern Tuli
Game Reserve, Tuli Block, Botswana
This beautiful corner of Eastern Botswana, the Northern
Tuli Game Reserve, with its fantastic vistas of flowing
hills, dramatic landscape of colorful Mopane expanses
with fingers of broken reverine bush, rocky inselbergs and
sandstone formations jutting out like lone sentinels
keeping guard over the rich animal and plant life speckled
and dotted across the African vista; is the realm of royalty.
Driving slowly, bumping and grinding, over the large rocks
in the two track path, with the sun in your back and the
chorus of birdsong in your ears, to the place where kings
lived and walked; where Cecil John Rhodes carved his
name on a lone Baobab tree, a Busman painted his
masterpiece of the big hunt on the rock face capturing
every detail as Courtney Selouse did in his dairies, the
site of an old abandoned village where children sang and
danced and woman sat weaving with Mcolwane from the
local palm grove …
A skirmish between Boer and Brit with fortifications and
spent ammunition still lying in the dust, or down to the
Limpopo River which Kipling wrote about and where a
small elephant got his nose, the thrill of following a lion on
her hunt. The excitement of watching fifty or more
majestic elephant walking in a straight line past you to a
waterhole after a hot day so as to quench their thirst in
the late afternoon, once there milling around and kicking
up the dust to create a mirage of elephant bodies against
the dusty and heavy red setting sun chasing the Quelea
to make them rise and fall like dark rain clouds in their
flight across the horizon to roost for the night. A place so
fitting and worthy in all its beauty, glory, harshness and
mystique as could only be interpreted, described and told
by a old and wise elder to his offspring… a folktale…
passed from one generation to another, next to red
ambers and yellow-blue flames, casting shadows of light
and dark on ancient trees and the sound and comforting
warmth of a crackling fire, the call of jackal and hyena in
the distant background.
You will be taken even further back in time and allowed to
walk where the Bushmen walked and lived as the area
was once occupied and utilized extensively by the them.
They hunted on the rich game filled plains and along the
river banks, inspiring them to produce scores of their great
art depicting the magnificence of the Limpopo River
Valley, the majestic Eland and other animals for decades
to come. There are several sites within, and outside the
Northern Tuli Game Reserve where their unique and
splendid art can be seen on the majestic sandstone ridges
and under overhanging rocks adjacent to the mighty
Limpopo and other rivers.
The migration of African tribal peoples from East and
West Africa led to the settlement and establishment of
permanent villages and settlements in the Limpopo River
Valley around AD 500 and the Zhizo, people of Leopard’s
Kopje and the world famous Kingdom of Mapungubwe
were established and traded widely with its neighbors as
far a field as East Africa, Arabia and even India.
The first European explorers and missionaries arrived
early in the 16th century and the area was used for
hunting, trading and mission work among the tribes and
peoples then living here. In 1890 a group of men under
the direction of Cecil John Rhodes called the “Pioneer
Column” where sent to annex Matabeleland and
Mashonaland for the British Crown. These men
established Fort Tuli (situated in Zimbabwe) in June of
1890. In this period, history again took a turn as the
Bangwato and Matabele tribes of the area were involved
in a power struggle for the land which finely saw Chief
Khama of the Bangwato tribe in control of the area in
1895.
Cecil John Rhodes had a vision and dream of building a
railway line from Cape to Cairo which would be built
through the Tuli Block area. Cecil John Rhodes attempted
to transfer the Bechuanaland Protectorate to the British
South Africa Company however Chief Khama, Chief
Batho’en and Chief Sechele traveled to England to put
their case to the Queen in audience with her and where in
so doing able to intervene and stop Rhodes with a proviso
that only the Tuli Block be given to the B.S.A company for
their use to build the rail link, later the Tuli Block would be
divided into farms to protect the Bangwato and Botswana
from the northward movement and expansion of the
Boers out of the then Northern Transvaal area.
~ Commercial Lodges & Camps ~
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Nitani Private Game Reserve
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Mashatu Main Camp
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Tuli Safari Lodge
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Mashatu Tent Camp
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Limpopo Valley Horse Safaris
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Tuli Wilderness Trails
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Shalimpo
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Nokalodi Tent Camp
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Molema Self-catering Chalets
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Molema Campsite
In more recent years active conservation and
formalization of joint initiatives by landowners to protect
the area’s natural beauty and wildlife started to take
shape, and between the late 1950’s and 1960’s there was
a conservation drive with farming operations winding
down and bigger emphasis being placed on the wildlife
and natural beauty of the area.
The Limpopo Game Protection Association was first
formed in 1964 by some of the landowners and this was
most likely the commencement and infancy of the
Northern Tuli Game Reserve as it is known today. This
joint conservation effort spear-headed by some very
ardent and respected conservationist, and indeed owners,
assisted with the conservation effort that has been very
fruitful leading to its present day state of 36 freehold
properties making up the Northern Tuli Game Reserve.
The area covers an area of approximately 71173ha.
The Northern Tuli Game Reserve falls within the glorious
summer rainfall region of Southern Africa with its warm
day’s and cool African nights and has a semi-arid tropical
climate, creating those perfect blue skies with plumbs of
white cloud.
The areas rainfall is received predominantly in the form of
late afternoon thundershowers, between the months of
October and May and in the winter months a highpressure cell over the central area of Southern Africa
creates fine dry weather perfect for an early game walk
and lazing by the pool.
Daily temperatures range from between 5°C min to 42°C
max. The Northern Tuli Game Reserve is situated in the
south eastern hardveld and has a slightly higher rainfall
than the rest of Botswana.
The tree savannah dominated by Mopane, Knob Thorn,
Purple Pod Terminalia and Leadwood trees; create a
splendid backdrop of rich earthy brown and yellow’s at the
beginning of the dryer and cooler months, that puts to
shame even the most creative and talented artist’s mix
and hues of colours. It is pure joy to take the time to sit
and allow all your senses to soak up your surroundings.
You will then notice the diversity of plants which are
present in varying proportions, including Shrubs like the
Sickle-Bush and Brandy Bush, as well as an array of
grasses like Buffalo Grass, Finger Grass and Love Grass.
For those who are a little more adventurous or get carried
away in sheer awe and bliss of being in the African bush,
you can get down on your hands and knees, or even lay
on your stomach to explore … exploring the little secrets
like the Bushman’s violate, red velvet mites or the march
of the army ants.
~ A Summary Of The Activities Offered ~
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Game Drives in open 4x4 game viewing vehicles
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Safari Walks and Trails
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Horseback Safaris
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Hot Air Balloon Safaris
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Cultural Tours
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Beauty & Wellness Centre
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Mountain Biking Safaris
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Day Tours of Mapungubwe
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Shashe / Limpopo Confluence Tours
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Conservation Guides Training Courses
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Specialist Safaris, with leading researchers
The area’s geological history and makeup is as
fascinating, in keeping with the rest of the Northern Tuli
Game Reserves appeal. It forms part of the Karoo super
group and is underpinned by Sandstone and Karoo
sediments dating back approximately 190-280 million
years. At around 100 - 183 million years ago there were
volcanic eruptions initially induced by the breaking up of
Gondwanaland causing large amounts of lava to be
ejected, the remnants of this phenomenon can clearly be
seen in the capping of basalt over the sandstone along
the Limpopo River. There are also numerous Dolerite
dykes in the area as a result of glacier movement during
the Post-Achaean period.
A short walk along a Quartz ridge is a must for all!
Children are usually blown away by the “gem” stones just
lying around on the ground.
With the exception of flood plains, areas adjacent to
rivers, water courses and natural depressions where the
deeper and richer soils are found, the majority of soils in
the area are shallow and poor with little structure due to
the parent material and arid nature of the region. These
soils have low percentages of organic materials present
thus enhancing the lack of proper soil formation, high
permeability and low water retention which leaves the
area prone to erosion and distinct vegetation differences
are notable if you look carefully.
The Northern Tuli Game Reserve forms part of the
Limpopo drainage system. The mighty Limpopo River
runs from west to east and is situated on the southern
side of the Northern Tuli Game Reserve bordering South
Africa.
~ Border Info, Arrivals & LVA Contact Details ~
Border Info
Both Pont Drift & Platjan open at 8:00am and close
at 4:00pm daily, inclusive of weekends and public
holidays. Travel Documents - a valid passport is
obligatory if travelling from outside Botswana with a
re-entry visa for South Africa for some nationalities.
For those driving into the Reserve, a copy of the
vehicle registration papers maybe required and a
road levy / disc will need to be purchased (which is
valid for one calendar year).
Arrivals
Guests are advised to make arrangements with the
relevant lodges & camps with regards to “pick-up”
transfers from Pont Drift, or directions to the
individual lodges & camps from the point of entry
into the Reserve for those self-drive enthusiasts.
LVA Contact Details
Please note that all flights into the Limpopo Valley
Airfield must be noted with the officials at LVA, at
least 24hrs in advance, by fax on +267 264 5 263.
Should the fax be unreachable please call Limpopo
Valley Access on +267 264 5 321 telephonically.
There are two large feeder rivers, which flow into the
Limpopo River in this area; namely the Shashe and
Motloutse Rivers. The Shashe River forms the reserves
north-eastern boundary with Zimbabwe and flows in a
southeasterly direction joining the Limpopo at the point
where the three countries meet. The confluence area is a
must see for all tree lovers as there are some of the
largest specimens of Leadwood and Apple-leaf trees to
be found. The Motloutse River also flows in a southeasterly direction, and in some areas, forms part the
reserves western boundary.
Both the Shashe and
Motloutse are seasonal sand rivers, and with the
Limpopo, form the life line of the Northern Tuli Game
Reserve as deep pools of permanent water are present in
these rivers for most of the year, making it possible for
animals to exist and thrive in the reserve throughout the
year.
The Northern Tuli Game Reserve is a true haven for
animals and birds, with 48 mammal species present in the
reserve (some being on the red data list). Game numbers
in the reserve total approximately twenty thousand
animals including ~ elephant, fifteen large herbivore
species and all the large cat species which naturally occur
in the area. There are no less than three hundred and fifty
different birds that have been identified in the area with a
number of specials, such as the Pels Fishing Owl and the
Egyptian Vulture.
Game species that once existed in the reserve, but had
vanished from this African landscape due to a number of
reasons, are being re-introduced by the landowners and
there are a number of long term studies and initiatives
that are under way in the area; including a project to reintroduce the endangered African Wild Dog. Guest’s to
the area are invited by the various lodges to view and
participate in these initiatives, learning about and
experiencing these animals in their natural habitat with
local scientists.
Activities offered within the Northern Tuli Game Reserve
are varied and can keep any explorer occupied for a
number of days! To participate and maximize your
experience you may have to move from one camp to
another, as the camps offer different activities, levels of
comfort and each has its own distinct and different
ambiance adding value and the opportunity to participate
in the full extent of sights and activities on offer in the
reserve.
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Game Drives usually take place in the early morning and
late afternoon as these are the times that are optimum for
making your acquaintance with the largest variety of the
reserve inhabitants.
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Game Walks for those that want to experience the African
Bush a little more in-depth, and look at the smaller lesser
well known inhabitants, found in the reserve. This is a
thrilling way to experience the area and is highly
recommended.
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Cultural Tours take a little time to go and meet the people
in the local villages ~ they will teach how to dance, and
their bubbly personalities will keep you enthralled, whilst
telling you about them-selves … don’t forget to visit the
local basket weavers and the wine makers.
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Mountain Biking Safaris are a firm favorite which allows
larger areas to be covered looking for the bigger game
species allowing you to still feel at one with nature.
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Horseback Safaris for those with an equestrian flare, is a
must do as it allows closer contact with a number of
species, and what a thrill to ride in among the African game
across the wide open plains.
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The thrill of taking in the fantastic landscape features and
community areas from a vantage point high up in a Hot Air
Balloon, is a once in a lifetime experience and shouldn’t be
missed.
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An in-depth look at the celestial wonder world, through a
state of the art automated telescope, will open up new
dimensions of the African Night Skies in all its glory, for
those would be time travelers in all of us.
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If you are interested in a more in depth look at the ecology
of Elephant, the Big Cat’s, Endangered African Wild Dog, or
smaller species of animals found in the reserve, an outing
with some of the Resident Scientist is a must, and will
definitely be an informative and a thrilling experience for the
whole family.
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Beauty & Wellness Centre, to spoil and pamper yourself,
you can participate in a morning of aromatic beauty
treatments which will sooth your body after your morning’s
activities.
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To experience the thrill of history, coming alive, high in the
koppies, abounding with tails of intrigue and mystery; take
part in a day Tour of Mapungubwe.
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With a packed brunch and an experienced friendly local
ranger, experience the beauty of the confluence ~ the
Shashe / Limpopo Confluence Tour.
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Conservation Guides Training Courses are also on offer,
for those keen conservationists, with prior arrangement.
~ What To Pack & General Information ~
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Comfortable walking shoes, sun hats, sun
screen and sunglasses.
Cameras, video cameras and binoculars.
Summer (October to April): lightweight clothing
and swimwear, warm clothing for game drives.
Winter (May to September): light clothing for
daytime, very warm insulated jackets for game
drives.
Finances - most of the lodges & camps within
the Reserve accept Visa or Master Cards,
alternatively Botswana Pula, South African
Rand or USD cash.
Malaria - Anti-malarial prophylactics are
essential all year round, as the Reserve is
situated in a low-risk malaria area; please
consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Drinking Water - all tap water within the
Reserve is drinkable. Bottled water is available
at the fully catered lodges & camps too.
Self-catering - please remember to complete
the relevant customs clearance forms and
declarations on arrival at the border, taxes are
applicable and are based on the number of
persons travelling in your party. These taxes
are payable in Botswana Pula, alternatively SA
Rands. Please double check, with the relevant
lodge or camp, which food products may not be
brought into Botswana, as bans / limitations on
certain meat products do occur from time to
time.
The formation and inclusion of the Northern Tuli
Game Reserve and other natural areas, within the
Limpopo / Shashe TFCA
The Governments of Botswana, South Africa and
Zimbabwe signed a Memorandum of Understanding
(MOU) on the on the 22 June 2006, thereby enhancing,
encouraging and enabling different formats to be created,
and with cooperation of Governments involvement
formats, are utilized to initiate and assist all stakeholders
to become involved in a consultative processes so as to
jointly establish the Limpopo/Shashe Transfrontier
Conservation area in this most scenic spectacular part of
Southern Africa.
This inclusive initiative in which the participating countries
and stakeholders, have decided to join hands and
cooperate, in managing shared natural resources for the
benefit of all, is a great step forward in the areas
conservation development as this approach, from all
interested parties, to conserve the area has many
individual, mutual and socio-economic advantages; not
least being the actual physical linking and developing of
these areas through inter-government agreements (with
local community project support for the initiative).
Assistance with the creation of a common conservation
plan and ethic for the area as a whole, through this
initiative of a closer working relationship, it assists in
securing larger areas covering larger and more diverse
natural systems, encompassed in one management unit.
~ Useful Telephone Numbers ~
Botswana Tourism Board
T: +267-391 3111
Botswana Tourism Office – Selebi-Phikwe
T: +267-261 1022
Pont Drift Border – Botswana side
T: +267-264 5260
Pont Drift Border – South African side
T: +27-(0)15-575 1561
Platjan Border – Botswana side
T: +267-264 6333
Platjan Border – South African side
T: +27-(0)15-575 1040
Limpopo Valley Airfield
T: +267-264 5321
Semolale Police Station
T: +267-264 5444
Bobonong Hospital
T: +267-261 9223
Musina Medical Centre (in SA)
T: +27-(0)15-534 0557
The Limpopo/Shashe TFCA, which is presently being
developed will cover an area of 4 872 km2 in extent, 28%
(1 350 km2) will be situated in Botswana with a further
53% (2 561 km2) situated in South Africa and the balance
19% (960 km2) situated in Zimbabwe. With already viable
populations of the larger draw card species such as
Elephant, Lion, Leopard, Cheetah; as well as some 19
mammals, 26 plant species and a fair number of bird
species listed in the red data book. The area is of
substantial importance for conservation reasons alone.
The added range, protection and combined efforts offered
through the establishment of the TFCA will contribute
immensely to the protection of species found within the
area. The dramatic landscapes and contrasts within the
TFCA ensures what must be one of the most visually and
naturally beautiful areas in Southern Africa, add to this the
cultural heritage sites so rich and varied, that it
entrenches the TFCA’s potential for drawing large
numbers of local and international tourist alike to
experience this magnificent area.
The Northern Tuli Game Reserve undoubtedly has the
potential; with regards to its natural beauty, wildlife
diversity, cultural and African heritage attractions,
inclusion in the Limpopo/Shashe TFCA and world class
facilities with in the reserve, to become a top Botswana,
and indeed Southern African, wildlife conservation and
tourism destination.
Nitani Private Game Reserve
Beauty, serenity, tranquillity encapsulates the essence and
ambience of Nitani! Tucked into the greenery on the banks
of the Majali River lies Nitani Lodge. A quiet mecca in the
middle of the wild, the camp lies elevated on stilts two
metres above the earth (safely allowing elephants to browse
almost within touching distance) and is entirely constructed
of wood and timber. Lengthy walkways meander between
the suites and the centralized facilities. There are only five
suites at Nitani Lodge catering to no more than 10 guests at
any given time. Whilst Nitani pride themselves on a superior
service ethic, with sufficient staff to cater to every guest’s
need – privacy is sacrosanct, making Nitani a private Eden.
Facilities within the camp include a secluded wellness
centre, a dining area including a finishing kitchen where
meals are prepared in open view, and with the participation
of guests, the Sir Williams Bar area, a generously stocked
wine cellar, an open-air boma where good company is
shared around a blazing fire, an astronomy deck and a fully
stocked safari boutique.
Contact Details
Phone:
Fax:
Email:
Website:
+27 (0) 31 764 2346
+27 (0) 31 764 2179
reservations@nitani.co.za
www.nitani.co.za
Mashatu Main Camp
Mashatu Main Camp offers 14 tastefully and authentically
decorated suites. A private lounge area overlooks the
unfenced surrounding bush and 24 hour temperature control
completes the comfort of each suite. Mashatu Main Camp is
elevated around a waterhole and offers excellent game
viewing opportunities from within the camp itself. The dining
area, stunning day lounge and "Gin Trap" bar provide
diverse lookouts from which to enjoy and appreciate the
environment. Facilities within the camp include a swimming
pool, an air-conditioned lounge and dining room and a lalapalm enclosed African boma, in which sumptuous dinners
are savoured under the magnificent African night sky and
around a blazing fire. A well appointed curio shop
compliments the facilities. The "piece de resistance" at Main
Camp is the Discovery Room: base for the scientific
research conducted at Mashatu and a magnifying glass
though which the animals and history of Mashatu can be
examined. A fascinating insight into the world that is
Mashatu - the Land of the Giants.
Contact Details
Phone:
Fax:
Email:
Website:
+27 (0) 11 442 2267
+27 (0) 11 442 2318
mashatu@malamala.com
www.mashatu.com
Tuli Safari Lodge
Personalized care from dedicated lodge staff and
experienced local Motswana guides ensures an
unforgettable bush experience, tailor made for every
occasion with children and families welcome. Tuli Safari
Lodge offer their guests the experiences of the rich natural
Wildlife and the Cultural Life Style of the Botswana people
with the care, comfort and quality that one would expect
from an award winning lodge. All Suites at Tuli Safari Lodge
have fans and air-conditioning, as well as tea & coffee
facilities. The suites are serviced twice a day by friendly
housekeeping staff, with laundry service available too. Bush
Luxury is the order of the day. Relax in the suites sumptuous
baths and embrace the style of our individually designed
rooms. Each chalet has been built in its own, unique bush
setting. Privacy is ensured as you sit back and take in your
African surrounds. Other facilities at the lodge include a
lovely swimming pool, various decks for game viewing, a
conservation centre and a stunning bar built around an
ancient Mashatu tree.
Contact Details
Phone:
Fax:
Email:
Website:
+267 264 5303
+267 264 5344
info@tulilodge.com
www.tulilodge.com
Mashatu Tent Camp
Mashatu is renowned for its’ phenomenal game viewing,
panoramic landscapes and archeological richness! Nestled
in the remote northern area of the reserve lies Mashatu Tent
Camp. With never more than sixteen guests, this idyllic
getaway provides accommodation in the form of eight twin
tents. Although rustic in character every facility is provided.
The tents are insect-proofed, have comfortable beds and
each has an en-suite shower and W.C. facility. There is an
open sided thatch deck where meals are served and a
traditional boma for intimate campfire dinners. This camp
also contains a very welcome plunge pool. Your total
comfort is the priority of your hosts. While on game drives,
you will be taken care of by your ranger and on your return,
the camp staff will gladly attend to your every need.
Children’s Policy, age restrictions do exist and are applied in
the interests of personal safety as well as the comfort of
other guests. We regret to advise that no children under the
age of 12 years are allowed at Mashatu Tent Camp.
Contact Details
Phone:
Fax:
Email:
Website:
+27 (0) 11 442 2267
+27 (0) 11 442 2318
mashatu@malamala.com
www.mashatu.com
Limpopo Valley Horse Safaris
Wilderness accommodation is in A frame tents. These tents
are 3.5 x 6 metres so that you have the space you need.
With beds, sheets and duvets this is very comfortable
camping. A Bucket shower is shared, while each tent has a
long drop of its own. Meals are cooked around the fire. The
“Two Mashatus “camp is where the static safaris are based
during March and November. This camp is also used as the
last night of the Tuli safari, and the first night for all Big 5‘s.
This camp is in a wonderful location near the Limpopo River
but also has a view over open plains to the west. Toilets are
long drop but each tent has its own toilet and shower in a
private area behind each tent. The central dinning area is
built on a teak platform using the local building style with a
lala palm thatch roof. The Kgotla is an old tribal court and
now performing the function of a wilderness camp. It is built
from leadwood poles in the sandstone formations of the
Limpopo basin. Equipped with running water ablutions and
hot showers, the Kgotla provides an alternative exciting night
out.
Contact Details
Phone:
Fax:
Email:
Website:
+267 7232 0024
+27 (0) 11 442 2318
mashatu.lvhs@telkomsa.net
www.lvhsafaris.co.za
Tuli Wilderness Trails
Tuli Wilderness Trails offers a wonderful natural location to
awaken the explorer in you and to enjoy an authentic
wilderness experience reminiscent of Africa a century ago.
Tuli Wilderness Trails operates on an unfenced concession
of 10000ha within the reserve and is owner managed by
Craig Beaton whom has a wealth of experience in the
southern African wildlife tourism and hospitality industry.
Musth Luxury Tented Camp is located along the shady
floodplain of the Limpopo River under the many tall riverine
trees, including Mashatu and Apple-leaf trees. Game
(including elephants, leopard, bushbuck, bush pigs,
warthogs and African wild cats) can be seen drinking at the
waterhole just below the camp and birders will be pleasantly
rewarded with sightings of the many species occurring in this
camp’s riverine habitat. The professionally guided walking
wilderness trails are the flagship activity at Tuli Wilderness
Trails. You have arrived where it all began ... on the
Savannah's of Africa.
Contact Details
Phone:
+267 721 95643
Fax:
+267 713 13449
Email:
beatonwild@mweb.co.za
Website: www.tulitrails.com
Shalimpo
Shalimpo is a self-catering lodge, situated high above the
confluence of the Shashe and Limpopo Rivers, where
Botswana meets with South Africa and Zimbabwe. The main
lodge has a fully equipped kitchen with a Dover wood stove
and two gasrings, a fridge and a freezer. The house has a
large lounge-dining room and roofed stoep contiguous with
an open air braai area. There are five double bedrooms and
a small single; two pairs of two double bedrooms, each pair
sharing a bathroom and the fifth double bedroom is in a
separate cottage with bathroom en suite. All the living areas
and the surrounding lawn has a panoramic view of the
confluence of the Shashe and Limpopo rivers and the
sandstone hills and rock formations on the Zimbabwean and
South African side of the rivers. The maximum number of
adult visitors to the lodge is eight. Sheets, linen, cutlery,
crockery, glasses and mosquito nets are provided. There is
a housekeeper, a gardener, and a game guide based at the
lodge.
Contact Details
Phone:
Fax:
Email:
Website:
+27 (0)21 686 6056
+27 (0)21 689 9795
coet@iafrica.com
www.shalimpo.co.za
Nokalodi Tent Camp
Rustic yet serene beauty, on the banks of the Limpopo
River! Nokalodi Tented Bush Camp maybe just what you're
looking for. Affordable self-catering, wild in location,
Nokalodi is well equipped and comfortable. Each "Meru"
styled tent has bathroom en-suite and looks out onto the
unspoilt wilderness that is Tuli. "Nokalodi" is situated about
2kms up stream from Tuli Safari Lodge, nestled between the
fantastic rocky outcrops and lovely fever trees, close to the
Limpopo River. The camp is made up of 4 tents, each with
its own en-suite outdoor bathroom and patio. A communal
kitchen and boma area provide the atmosphere for meeting
new friends and celebrating the beauty of the African sky.
Nokalodi’s camp staff ensures that your Tuli experience is
one of well organized self-catering safari. Nokalodi offers
game drives and walks as part of the package to ensure that
you have the opportunity to see all the rich game and bird
life that inhabits this special corner of Africa.
Contact Details
Phone:
Fax:
Email:
Website:
+267 264 5303
+267 264 5344
info@tulilodge.com
www.tulilodge.com
Molema Self-catering Chalets & Campsites
Molema is a joint venture between the local villages of
Motlhabaneng, Lentswe Le Moriti & Mathathane, Tuli Safari
Lodge and two other operators in the area Tuli Wilderness
Trails and Talana Farms. The property is located on 6000ha
of community land immediately to the west of the Northern
Tuli Game Reserve, and has been developed to provide the
communities with an opportunity to participate in and benefit
from tourism to the region. Molema provides two selfcatering accommodation options both situated on the banks
of the Limpopo under the shade of some beautiful, huge
riverine trees:
4 log chalets – fully furnished each with en-suite bathroom,
veranda & braai facilities. A communal fully-equipped
kitchen, dining room and boma area is also available.
4 camping sites - each with its own reed-enclosed
shower/toilet/basin, braai facility & table. The sites can each
accommodate a maximum of 2 vehicles/4 people.
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~ Accessing the Reserve ~
From South Africa, by road, via Pont Drift Border
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Riverbed (during the dry months) or Cable Car
(when the Limpopo is flowing – cable car fees
are applicable) crossing at Pont Drift, with
secure parking available on the SA side of the
border.
From South Africa, by road, via Platjan Border
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Low level bridge over the Limpopo River,
accessible during most of the year (except
after heavy rainfall).
From Botswana, by road, via Bobonong
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The roads are tar all the way through to the
turnoff at Motlhabaneng or alternatively the
Lekkerport Junction. From these points the
road is gravel / dirt, both in good condition and
accessible throughout the year, by 4x4
vehicles and during the dry season by sedan
vehicles.
By air, to the Limpopo Valley Airfield
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Private charters can be arranged, with aircrafts
landing at the Limpopo Valley Airfield within
the Reserve. The GPS co-ordinates for LVA
are:- 22 11 21 SOUTH 29 07 37 EAST
+267 264 5303
+267 264 5344
info@tulilodge.com
www.tulilodge.com