Thakadu River Camp

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GENERAL INFORMATION

• Madikwe Game Reserve is one of the few reserves in southern Africa, which is malaria free
• Madikwe is home to a tremendous diversity of fauna and flora, including both black and white rhino, buffalo, elephant, lion, leopard, cheetah and wild dog
• Comprises twelve tented suites, each with their own viewing deck overlooking the Marico River.
• Rates starting form R1750 per person sharing

Thakadu River Camp is a wholly-owned Community-based Tented Safari Camp within Madikwe Game Reserve. The Tented Camp, located on the banks of the Marico River, is an ecotourism partnership with a strong Afro-Asian Safari ambience to it.The reserve lies within a transition region between Lowveld bushveld and the Kalahari thornveld. As a result the region is host to an incredible diversity of species from both ecosystems. Geographically the region has enormous volcanic intrusions known as Inselbergs, wide open plains and the riverine environment along the Marico River in the east of the reserve.

Madikwe is home to a tremendous diversity of fauna and flora, including both black and white rhino, buffalo, elephant, lion, leopard, cheetah and wild dog.The camp is a superb walking and open vehicle safari destination where guests are accompanied by well-trained and informative rangers who are able to interpret the many encounters whilst on safari

ROOMS

Comprises twelve tented suites, each with their own viewing deck overlooking the Marico River. The tents are large and spacious and are wonderfully decorated and appointed.Within the canvas frame, the interior is uniquely designed to incorporate a full bathroom. Each tent has a sliding door that opens onto a private deck overlooking the river.

Of the twelve tented suites, four are family units, each with an extra sleeper couch catering for children.

DINING

The main area comprises an open plan lounge, dining and reception area, with the pool and bar area offering views of the gully and river to the north. A traditional ‘lapa’ falls within a glade of natural riverine forest.

FACILITIES

• Swimming Pool
• Parking
• Wedding Facilities
• Gift Shop
• Laundry Service
• Children of all ages welcome
• Game Drives
• Walking Safaris