Tswalu Kalahari Reserve Luxury Game Lodges in the Northern Cape
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  • Property TypeGame Lodge
  • Guests42
  • Rooms/Units9

Tswalu Kalahari Reserve is a highly recommended Northern Cape game lodge providing a wildlife experience for discerning tourists visiting Kalahari.

About Tswalu Kalahari Reserve

Situated in the heart of the malaria-free Northern Cape Province, Tswalu Kalahari Reserve is the ultimate safari experience. The surroundings are elegantly simple with a luxury swimming pool opening to the remarkable scene of animals drinking at a nearby watering hole.

A trip to Tswalu Kalahari Reserve is unique in many ways, offering a more exclusive, more tailor-made experience - not to mention more species of animals and birds than any other African game reserve. Explore Tswalu with your personal ranger and tracker by Land Rover, horseback or foot. You're sharing the environment with Springbok, Buffalo, Lion and Kudu. Watch the wildebeest herd surge forward with long tails streaming behind them.

The large main lodge centres the Tswalu site. Keeping within the African style of thatched roofs and traditional décor the lodge boasts a galleried library, dining room and bar with it's centre piece a vast open fireplace soaring up high into it's roof. Closed off from the safari grounds by huge wooden gates the site retains its outback feel without compromising its luxury facilities. The surroundings are elegantly simple with a luxury swimming pool opening to the remarkable scene of animals drinking at a nearby watering hole. Every effort has been made to give a true African Safari experience at Tswalu.

At a Glance

What to expect at the lodge/reserve

  • All meals included
  • Guided game drives included
  • Malaria-free area
  • Safari / bush walks by arrangement
  • Kids' programme

ACCOMMODATION

Motse:
Designed to blend inconspicuously into the surrounding mountain range, Motse (Motse: Tswana for house/lodge) is surrounded by nine spacious legaes (Legae: Tswana for small house/suite), and designed in classic African style whilst offering unrivalled elegance. At Motse, guests can relax in the lounge or enjoy meals in the dining room. A patio overlooks the outdoor heated swimming pool and pool terrace. Guests can dine under the stars in the traditional African boma. In addition, Tswalu has a walk in wine cellar stocked with the Oppenheimer Collection and South African wines, a mezzanine library with TV/satellite, Dimpho (a gift shop) and Jwa Bana (children's room).

Each of the nine air conditioned legaes are built of local stone, rich red clay and typical Kalahari thatch. Accommodation is for twenty two guests sharing in seven double legaes and two two-bedroom family legaes. Comprising spacious bedroom, en-suite bathroom, both inside and outside walk in showers with views across the plains, large lounge with open fire place, direct dial telephone, safe, mini bar and larder. A private sundeck overlooks a waterhole.

Tarkuni:
Tarkuni is set powerfully amid two rolling mountain ranges in its own private area of Tswalu Kalahari Reserve. It is available to families and small groups of up to 8 guests for the ultimate African experience in total privacy. Specific accommodation for children is available.

Guests can find calm at the contemplation "sala", sun themselves at the pool or retire to lofty bedrooms with vistas that beguile the most jaded traveller. Private game viewing vehicles are included as well as a dedicated chef to allow the luxury of flexibility. Tarkuni is remote and sensational enjoying all that Tswalu Kalahari Reserve has to offer.

DINING

Dine in opulent style around a crackling fire in Tswalu's Motse, or under the stars in the lantern-lit boma, or by lamp light around the pool. Whatever the settling - whether at the Motse, the Koranna Lookout or on safari - the food, like the surroundings, is superb. Tswalu's five star cuisine is Pan-African in style and prepared in traditional fashion by highly acclaimed chefs and complemented by the finest wines from Tswalu's cellar. The Relais & Chateaux Gold Shield is an endorsement of the standard of excellence that is Tswalu's trademark.

FACILITIES

At Tswalu, guests can relax in the lounge or enjoy meals in the dining room. A patio overlooks the outdoor heated swimming pool and pool terrace. Guests can dine under the stars in the traditional African boma. In addition, Tswalu has a walk in wine cellar stocked with the Oppenheimer Collection and South African wines, a mezzanine library with TV/satellite, Dimpho (a gift shop) and Jwa Bana (children's rooms).

The Sanctuary Spa

Elemis spa-therapies, body treatments & massages. Elemis has over 15 years experience in treating both men & women in the professional spa environment. Each spa-therapy has been developed using extensive clinical and scientific studies to ensure every therapy shows real results. Designed to respect the body's complex physiology, Elemis spa-therapies work in natural synergy with the skin, body & mind.

THE SAFARI AT TSWALU

The incredible beauty of the surroundings and the great variety of wildlife make the safari at Tswalu an unforgettable experience. Here is the opportunity to observe many endangered animals in their natural habitat and see a variety of birds, insects and desert vegetation. Tswalu is justly proud of the success of its ongoing conservation projects, with the founder population of 7,000 animals having grown to more than 12000 in the space of 5 years.

Features you'll appreciate

  • air-con
  • swimming
    pool
  • parking
  • airport
    transfers
  • room service
  • wake up
    calls
providedonly in some rooms

In Room / Unit

  • Additional bed / mattress
  • Air-conditioning
  • Area information booklet
  • Bar fridge
  • Bathrobes
  • Bathroom (en-suite)
  • Bathroom towels supplied
  • Bed linen supplied
  • Complimentary toiletries
  • Desk
  • Fan(s)
  • Hairdryer
  • International plug point(s)
  • Internet connection (ADSL)
  • Mini- / courtesy bar
  • Patio / verandah / balcony
  • Safe for valuables
  • Smoking: not allowed
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Telephone (direct dial)
  • Television (SABC, eTV only)
  • Television (with satellite)

On Site

  • Air-conditioning
  • Child friendly (all ages)
  • Childcare / babysitting service
  • Complimentary newspapers
  • Garden(s)
  • Guest lounge with TV
  • Health spa
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Parking (off street)
  • Reception (business hours)
  • Smoking: none indoors
  • Swimming pool
  • Wake up calls

Food & Drink

  • Bar (fully licenced)
  • Complimentary tea / coffee
  • Restaurant / dining room
  • Room service

Transfers

  • Airport transfers
fluentsome understanding

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Afrikaans
  • Xhosa
  • Zulu

Rooms & Rates

Select your check-in and check-out dates to view availability and the rates applicable.

A ‘village’ of just nine houses, The Motse captures the soul of the Kalahari in its design and materials. Private spaces flow effortlessly into waterhole views and beyond to the savannah. The architecture of The Motse aligns beautifully with Nature to create moments of warmth and coolness, seclusion and shared memories. Bedrooms are illuminated by the sun rising over the ridge behind The Motse, and indigenous trees create pools of shadow. Each space at The Motse invites you in, just as Tswalu beckons you to explore and investigate your surroundings.

  • Additional bed / mattress  
  • Air-conditioning  
  • Area information booklet  
  • Bar fridge  
  • Bathrobes  
  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Complimentary toiletries  
  • Desk  
  • Fan(s)  
  • Hairdryer  
  • International plug point(s)  
  • Internet connection (ADSL)  
  • Mini- / courtesy bar  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Safe for valuables  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Tea and coffee facilities  
  • Telephone (direct dial)  
  • Television (SABC, eTV only)  
  • Television (with satellite)

Qty: 5
Sleeps: 4 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-17 years are allowed; over 17 years treated as adults

Motse Family Suite

We have three family legae (suites) which have 2 en-suite bedrooms each, separated by a large lounge and deck. At the main lodge elevated decks around the freeform pool, allow panoramic views of the surrounding Kalahari landscapes, and a waterhole popular with wildlife. A spacious lounge and dining area, library, spa, fully-equipped gym, impressive wine cellar and traditional boma complete the luxury facilities.

  • Additional bed / mattress  
  • Air-conditioning  
  • Area information booklet  
  • Bar fridge  
  • Bathrobes  
  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Complimentary toiletries  
  • Desk  
  • Fan(s)  
  • Hairdryer  
  • International plug point(s)  
  • Internet connection (ADSL)  
  • Mini- / courtesy bar  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Safe for valuables  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Tea and coffee facilities  
  • Telephone (direct dial)  
  • Television (SABC, eTV only)  
  • Television (with satellite)

Qty: 3
Sleeps: 4 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-17 years are allowed; over 17 years treated as adults

Tarkuni Homestead

Set amid two rolling mountain ranges, Tarkuni is an oasis of serenity with beguiling views on every side. The private homestead accommodates up to 10 guests in five luxurious en-suite bedrooms and boasts a vast open-plan lounge and dining room, and intimate mezzanine library. A covered deck leads to a private tsala and swimming pool. A dedicated guide, tracker and vehicle are at your disposal, while a personal assistant and housekeeper will ensure you are well looked after.

  • Additional bed / mattress  
  • Air-conditioning  
  • Area information booklet  
  • Bar fridge  
  • Bathrobes  
  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Complimentary toiletries  
  • Desk  
  • Fan(s)  
  • Hairdryer  
  • International plug point(s)  
  • Internet connection (ADSL)  
  • Mini- / courtesy bar  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony  
  • Safe for valuables  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Tea and coffee facilities  
  • Telephone (direct dial)  
  • Television (SABC, eTV only)  
  • Television (with satellite)

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 10 guests (max 10 adults)
Children: from 0-17 years are allowed; over 17 years treated as adults

RATES INCLUDE:
Luxury full board accommodation
Private guide, vehicle, and tracker per booking (minimum 3 night stay)
Walking safaris, led by our experienced field guides and trackers
Horse-back rides
All beverages and full selection from our award winning wine-list
In-suite tea & coffee facilities
In-suite private bar and gourmet pantry
Laundry and valet services
Wireless internet access
Children's Junior Ranger programme, and baby-sitting
National telephone calls

RATES EXCLUDE:
Transfers to / from Tswalu
Gift shop purchases
Spa treatments
International telephone calls
Tswalu Foundation donations
Gratuities

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Guest Reviews

2 Reviews from SA-Venues.com travellers. All reviews are verified.

Verified reviewexcellent

This was probably the most fantastic experience of our entire South African trip. The service, the surroundings, the lodges, the game drives - everything was of the best standards and we loved every minute. HIGHLY recommended.

April 2017

Kelly & Brent (New York, USA)

Verified reviewexcellent

excellent meals, great game drives and wonderful lodges. HIGHLY Recommended.

September 2008

Fabio Rocchi (Verona)

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Need to Know

Response timeTswalu Kalahari Reserve typically responds to requests in 5-10 minutes.

Child policyChildren of all ages welcome.

Check-in/-out timesCheck-in from 14h00
Check-out by 11h00

Payment methods accepted by the property Visa, Mastercard, EFT or secure online payment via SA-Venues.com

Listed on SA-Venues.com since September 1999

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