Mzanzitravel Magazine Issue 10

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
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