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Tau Game Lodge

5.0 of 5
Far northern border of South Africa | Adjacent to Botswana, Madikwe Game Reserve 1683, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

I loved it so much with my daughter that I returned with my husband. He loved it too! Great food, great staff and great game drives. I will be back for more! The policy of no self-drive, off-roading only for confirmed sightings and a maximum of 3 vehicle at a time at a sighting are a great balance between accessibility... More

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Elgin
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013 via mobile

This is out first visit to Tau for over 8 years. It was fantastic to return and to discover that if anything it has improved (if that is possible!). The rooms are great and overlook a fairly busy waterhole - some great game viewing from the room. The food is gourmet fine dining in the bush and is excellent. Game... More

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Narooma, Australia
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22 hotel reviews
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18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2013

There is nothing bad you could say about Tau Game Lodge, I have travelled the world and stayed in many different levels of accomodation and Tau is equivalent to the best of them. We received a beautiful welcome and all of the staff made you feel at home. The rooms are a decent size and very comfortable with an amazing... More

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Adelaide, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 March 2013

My husband and I stayed at Tau in March for five nights for what can only be described as the experience of a lifetime. The staff, game drives, rooms, grounds, food....everything was amazing. We were travelling with our daughter, her husband and our three grandsons and our ranger, Kenneth was fantastic. He went the extra mile every game drive to... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 March 2013

I was on business in Gabarone , Botswana and unexpectedly had 3 days free. Started calling operators in Botswana randomly and ended up with a proposal to spend 3 nights here. I didn't know anything about safaris so I was extremely blessed indeed It is an easy trip from Gabarone (<1 hour) and even the border/immigration is a cool experience.... More

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Oakville, Canada
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45 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 March 2013

This was my first game lodge and it was wonderful. We were part of a group and they looked after us very well. We asked for a ranger who was a birder and Ken did a great job. It also helped that our group (3 couple) stayed with him for the 6 times we went out. The birding did not... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 February 2013 via mobile

Tau Lodge's proximity to Gaborone makes it a fantastic getaway, especially when you take into account the exceptional quality of the game viewing and quantity of game. The rangers take you off the road and right into the bush, and they work together to get guests the best views. The service at the lodge, however, was awful and means we... More

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taugame, Manager at Tau Game Lodge, responded to this review
7 March 2013

Tau Management appreciates the time taken to submit feedback after visiting the Lodge and we value all feedback given and take this into consideration in our endavours to meet and ultimately in striving to exceed our guests expectations. As is the case in many of the private game lodges, we do combine guests and allocate these guests to a specific... More

Hong Kong, China
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 February 2013

After having been to Sabi Sands, we felt that Tau Game Reserve was not as exciting. We took a long 5 hours drive from Johannesburg to Tau - this was after my husband's conference in Johannesburg and was organised by his company. The lodge is nice, but we felt that it wasn't really value for money after having stayed at... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 February 2013

We have just returned from a weekend at Tau Game lodge. My husband and I went with our four children age 17,15,13 and 5years. We had an amazing experience. The lodge caters for all ages, a very relaxed atmosphere with the utmost attention to detail. The children were very well cared for, each being addressed by name, special meals were... More

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Mauritius
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 February 2013

Had a pleasant time at Tau lodge. the staff was very helpful, courteous, and friendly. We managed to see 4 of the big five and thanks to our guide Ernest who was simply outstanding. We were also pleasantly surprised by the dinner and braai in the bushes at nightfall. I would certainly recommend this lodge to anyone looking for a... More

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Also Known As:
Tau Game Hotel
Tau Game Hotel Madikwe Game Reserve
Address: Far northern border of South Africa | Adjacent to Botswana, Madikwe Game Reserve 1683, South Africa
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Region: South Africa > North-West Province > Madikwe Game Reserve
Amenities:
Free Breakfast Free Parking Restaurant Room Service Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
Ranked #12 of 22 Speciality lodging in Madikwe Game Reserve
Price range (per night): RM1,633 - 2,198
Hotel Class:5 star (5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Tau Game Lodge is a 5 star Game lodge Situated in “Big 5”- Malaria Free Madikwe Reserve. Accessible by scheduled flights, or a 4 hour drive from Johannesburg. Each of the chalets ensures privacy with its own viewing deck, the main lodge offers a Curio shop, Swimming pool as well as a lounge, bar, and dining area, all partially outdoors.The convention centre offers state-of- the-Art meeting facilities. At The Spa Oasis, guests are offered rejuvenating spa treatments, surrounded by the beauty of the African Bush. ... more   less 
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