Why you'll love kitesurfing with Thakadu River Camp!
Overview Of Thakadu River Camp
Set within a riverine canopy surrounded by an impressive diversity of fauna and flora, Thakadu River Camp offers guests beautifully appointed tented suites. The untamed bush will surround you as you are indulged with all the comforts of modern living. Thakadu River Camp’s highly skilled rangers have an extensive amount of fauna and flora knowledge ensuring all guests will enjoy an interesting and in-depth game viewing experience.
Overview Of Thakadu River Camp
Set within a riverine canopy surrounded by an impressive diversity of fauna and flora, Thakadu River Camp offers guests beautifully appointed tented suites. The untamed bush will surround you as you are indulged with all the comforts of modern living. Thakadu River Camp’s highly skilled rangers have an extensive amount of fauna and flora knowledge ensuring all guests will enjoy an interesting and in-depth game viewing experience.
Accommodation At Thakadu River Camp
Thakadu River Camp is set within the riverine canopy along the banks of the Marico River in the eastern sector of the Madikwe Game Reserve. The camp comprises 12 tented suites, each with its own viewing deck overlooking the Marico River.
The main camp at Thakadu River Camp is located between the Marico River and a small tributary of the Marico. The lodge comprises an open-plan lounge, dining and reception areas which are warm and welcoming and an oasis within the African bushveld. The attractive bar and pool area is the perfect spot to unwind and relax. A traditional lapa falls within a glade of natural riverine forest and is the perfect space to enjoy the panoramic views.
Family Room
Of the 12 tented suites, four are family units, each with an extra queen-size sleeper couch catering for children.
Standard Room
The tented accommodation in Madikwe comprises eight tented suites, reflecting a strong Afro-Asian safari ambience, each boasting a viewing deck overlooking the Marico River. These spacious tents offer every comfort and luxury and are wonderfully decorated. Facilities include air conditioning, hairdryers and power 220vAc.
Activities At Thakadu River Camp
A Malaria-Free Wilderness
The beauty of Thakadu River Camp is that it has a team of dedicated and highly trained rangers who possess an immense understanding of both the fauna and flora within the reserve and are skilled in locating as many animals as possible (however there can be no guarantee). Thakadu River Camp stands out from the crowd of standard game lodges, as it is ideally positioned in a transitional area enabling it to draw wildlife from two different, yet complementary, ecosystems. Thakadu is also located in a malaria-free area, an added comfort afforded to you by Thakadu River Camp. Privacy and comfort are paramount and this 24-bed camp, with its exceptionally private location, assures guests of a tranquil, relaxing experience.
Game Drives
Wake up in the true splendour of Madikwe River Camp, situated along the Botswana border, and start your day amidst nature. All game drives are led by experienced and highly trained rangers who have a vast knowledge of both the fauna and flora in the area. Guests have the opportunity to enjoy early morning as well as evening game drives where the chances of spotting the Big Five, are high. Both morning and evening game drives offer completely different opportunities and sightings.
Bird watching in Madikwe Game Reserve
Thakadu River Camp offers game drives where professional and informative rangers will gladly assist with educating you about various bird species you may encounter. The great variety of habitats, from forests and rocky hills to open grassland and dams, provide the perfect setting for a magnificent diversity of bird species throughout the game reserve. Birdlife at Madikwe Game Reserve comprises migrants and permanent inhabitants. Early morning and late afternoon drives are the best times to view wildlife and birdlife through Madikwe Game Reserve. Hear the sounds of a wide range of birdlife and have your camera and binoculars on hand.
Price Guide
Prices are a guide only. Hotel only is per room per night, package are per person per week with flights. Additional ofers and extra may apply.
Hotel only(room per night) |
Package week(flights from United Kingdom) |
Kitesurf services are additional.
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