Tau Game Lodge - Madikwe Game Reserve
Tau Game Lodge is a hotel near Madikwe Game Reserve.
- Location
- Madikwe Game Reserve, North West & Central Bushveld, South Africa, Southern Africa
- Type
- luxury_lodge
- Coordinates
- -24.708414, 26.205957
- Price range
- luxury
- [email protected]
- Website
- https://www.taugamelodge.co.za/
- Activities
- Spa
- Amenities
- Swimming Pool, Pool, Spa, Dining, Bar, Lounge, Curio Shop, Conference
PlnrScore: 47/100
Wildlife Near This Lodge
539 species observed within 20 km, 48 mammals, 197 birds.
- African Savanna Elephant (Mammalia, 104 observations)
- Lion (Mammalia, 67 observations)
- Plains Zebra (Mammalia, 64 observations)
- Southern Giraffe (Mammalia, 50 observations)
- White Rhinoceros (Mammalia, 48 observations)
- Common Wildebeest (Mammalia, 47 observations)
- African Wild Dog (Mammalia, 46 observations)
- Impala (Mammalia, 42 observations)
- Cheetah (Mammalia, 40 observations)
- Greater Kudu (Mammalia, 40 observations)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the best time to visit Tau Game Lodge for optimal wildlife viewing?
We find the dry winter months, typically from May to September, offer exceptional game viewing opportunities at Tau. The sparse vegetation and animals congregating around waterholes, including the lodge's own, make for truly spectacular sightings right from your private deck or the main lodge areas.
What unique feature truly sets Tau Game Lodge apart from other Madikwe options?
What truly distinguishes Tau is its magnificent waterhole, visible from almost every suite and the main lodge. We love that you can often watch elephants, lions, and even wild dogs come to drink while enjoying breakfast or relaxing on your patio, creating an unparalleled, immersive safari experience.
Is Tau Game Lodge a good choice for families traveling with children?
Absolutely, we recommend Tau as an excellent choice for families; they genuinely cater to younger guests. Their 'Tau Cubz Club' offers engaging, educational activities and dedicated rangers, ensuring both children and parents have a memorable and enriching safari adventure.
What kind of wildlife can we realistically expect to see on game drives from Tau Game Lodge?
Madikwe is renowned for its healthy populations of the Big Five, and we consistently have incredible sightings of lion, elephant, rhino, buffalo, and leopard on game drives from Tau. We particularly appreciate Madikwe's success with wild dog conservation, offering a fantastic chance to spot these elusive and fascinating predators.
Beyond game drives, what unique experiences does Tau Game Lodge offer to enhance a safari stay?
While the game drives are paramount, we love Tau's focus on holistic well-being; their Bush Spa treatments are wonderfully restorative after a morning safari. We also highly recommend their guided bush walks, which offer a fascinating perspective on the smaller flora and fauna you might miss from a vehicle, truly deepening your connection to the wilderness.
Other Safari Lodges in Madikwe Game Reserve
- Bosman Lodge
- Buffalo Ridge
- Dithaba Lodge
- Etali Safari Lodge
- Impodimo Lodge
- Jaci's Safari Lodge
- Jaci's Tree Lodge
- Jamala Madikwe Royal Safari Lodge
- Kopano Lodge
- Kukama Lodge
- Leopard Rock Lodge
- Madikwe Hills Private Game Lodge
- Madikwe River Lodge
- Madikwe Safari Lodge
- Makanyane Lodge
- Maroela Lodge
- Mateya
- Molori Safari Lodge
- Mooifontein
- Mosetlha Bush Lodge
- Motswiri
- Ngau Lodge
- Rhulani Safari Lodge
- Rock Fig Lodge
- Royal Madikwe
- Thakadu River Lodge
- The Bush House
- Treefrog Lodge
- Tuningi Safari Lodge