Luxury Accommodation • Five Star Conference Facilities Eco-Education & Spa Facilities Community Development Central Reservations for Convention & Individual bookings: Tel: +27 (0) 11 466 8715 Fax: +27 (0) 86 685 8816 E-mail: taugame@mweb.co.za www.taugamelodge.com A dose of relaxation & excitement...
TAU GAME LODGE Madikwe Game Reserve the fourth largest game reserve in Southern Africa, cozily tucked into the North- Western corner of the country, bordering Botswana. Tau has been recognized by South African and International tourism decision-makers, including TripAdvisor, the Automobile Association and World Luxury Hotel Awards, for Its authentic hospitality and an ability to constantly update and improve its services. This is truly a destination for all seasons. The well-equipped Tau Game Lodge Convention Centre, situated a short walking distance from the lodge, seats up to 150 delegates, and has hosted the likes of presidents and celebrities. Teambuilding activities, treasure hunts and bush dinners are some of the popular options on offer to create a memorable, fun conference. The 30 luxury chalets each offer a private viewing deck with amazing views of the water hole, en suite bathroom and openair shower, or indoor shower in the family suite. Accommodation for 60 guests includes 20 standard chalets, six deluxe chalets, a family unit and a family suite (both made up of two chalets joined by an inter-leading lounge). The Tau Spa Oasis at Tau Game Lodge in the Madikwe Reserve is a hidden treasure as it is. It is unpretentious, yet delivers the ideal relaxation to complement all this welcoming five- star safari lodge has on offer. Tau Spa Oasis has a wide range of natural treatments to pamper body and soul. For something different, why not try an Intonga massage. This African stick massage, skillfully performed with the hands, utilises different sized sticks to stretch tight muscles and ease toxins caused by stress. A leisurely soak in the generously- proportioned Hydro Spa Bath overlooking the verdant bush, complete with a glass of one’s preferred elixir, is the cherry on this safari lodge. To put you in closer touch with nature, the beds face the room decks, which overlook a natural waterhole. The game drives are done by rangers who astound with their knowledge of not only the animals of this Place of the Lion (Tau), but also the medicinal benefits of the flora. That same ranger will also be the guest’s host at dinner, be it in the lodge restaurant, or in a boma. Malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve boasts year-round game viewing. It is one of the few reserves where one can view a wide variety of fauna, from breeding herds of elephant to the endangered wild dog and cheetah, for an authentic Big Five safari. The game and bird-life are prolific in this magical reserve, with most of the Big Five being spotted within your first safari drive, and a bird population of over 250 different species. If you respect nature and want to preserve the bush and its inhabitants for the future, including those small, slower animals that cannot escape racing jeep tracks then you’ve discovered the mother-load of safari heaven. The lodge design takes game viewing up a notch by making the most of the waterhole, in full view of the hospitality, as well as the room decks. As a major attraction for the abundant birdlife and Big as well as small game, the waterhole offers guests a sublime opportunity to observe the pecking order and a 24/7 game extravaganza. One might even spot a very large crocodile sunning itself on an island outside one’s room. For any additional information, please feel free to contact us on: +27 11 466 8715/17 or taugame@mweb.co.za. www.taugamelodge.co.za MZANZITRAVEL| www.mzanzitravel.co.za|ISSUE <strong>10</strong> | 65