Thakadu River Camp, a luxurious retreat in the malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve, offers an intimate safari experience overlooking a serene valley and river. Its elegant tented suites blend sophisticated comfort with the untamed beauty of the African bush.
Each air-conditioned tent suite, adorned with mosquito nets, features a private patio with captivating views of the Madikwe landscape, tea-and-coffee facilities, and a well-appointed private bathroom. The family tent suites include an additional sleeper couch, ensuring spacious comfort for groups, all enveloped by the reserve's vibrant wilderness and natural serenity.
All-inclusive meals and beverages are served in the communal dining room, with its warm wooden floors and cosy fireplace, perfect for cooler evenings, or guests can opt for room service upon request. The open-plan lounge and outdoor pool provide tranquil spaces to unwind, while the attentive staff arrange rejuvenating massages and laundry services to enhance the refined experience.
Twice-daily game drives, guided by expert rangers, offer thrilling Big Five encounters, with guests over six years welcome to join. Located 20 km from Gaberone and a 3.5-hour drive from O.R. Tambo International Airport, with complimentary parking, Thakadu River Camp seamlessly fuses luxurious indulgence with the wild allure of Madikwe's pristine landscapes.
We decided to do a trip to South Africa which included a safari.  There are plenty of accommodations within the reserve to choose from.  We chose this location since it was community owned...
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What an incredible experience.  A beautiful lodge set within an amazing game reserve where the welfare of the animals is at the forefront.  We truly felt that we were experiencing the animals in the...
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Rooms are a little rustic but have their own unique ‘charm’. Plenty of space and the bathroom is good.
The facilities throughout are pretty good and the pool area superb. 
Food is good but not a...
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Very disappointing experience sadly. The room that we were in was falling apart, literally, and the bathroom wasn't clean when we arrived, neither did it get cleaned properly during the entire...
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GBP £183