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Thakadu River Camp

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Activities, Sports & Leisure

Game viewing

Guests staying at the Thakadu River Camp in the Madikwe Game Reserve enjoy adventurous game drives with close encounters of Africa's untamed wildlife. Being home to a large diversity of fauna and flora, the Madikwe Game Reserve offers a chance to observe great animals, including:

Black and White Rhino
Buffalo
Elephant
Lion
Leopard
Cheetah
Wild Dog.

Bird watching

Bird watching enthusiasts may enjoy the large variety of wonderful bird species found in the Madikwe Game Reserve.

Stargazing

Due to the lack of artificial lights and nearby cities, many stars can be admired from the Madikwe Game Reserve during clear nights.

Swimming

The Thakadu River Camp in the Madikwe Game Reserve features a lovely outdoor swimming pool which invites for a refreshing swim in the afternoon heat. To relax, the sun loungers on the deck next to the swimming pool provide relaxation in a beautiful surrounding.

Conferences & Events

Meetings at the Thakadu River Camp

Meeting room facilities are available for guests staying at the Thakadu River Camp in the Madikwe Game Reserve, South Africa.

Services

Check in and Check Out Times

Check in: 0:00
Check out: 0:00

General Services

Airport transfers
Babysitting
Concierge services
Housekeeping service
Individual climate controlled room
Safari drives
Secure parking
Wake-up call

Malaria Status and Animals

The Madikwe Game Reserve in South Africa's North West Province is malaria free and is, therefore, ideal for families with smaller children as well as pregnant guests.

Due to the various habitats, the Madikwe Game Reserve is home to many species of wildlife including the elusive wild dogs and the 'Big Five': Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Rhino and Buffalo.

Available Rooms

Tented Suite

# Rooms:: 12

The Thakadu River Camp in the Madikwe Game Reserve, South Africa, offers twelve tented suites each of which provides scenic views over the Marico River from the private deck. The tented accommodation at Thakadu is luxurious while the camps are beautifully decorated and well appointed.

Within the canvas frame of the tent at the Thakadu River Camp, the interior is well designed to include a full bathroom. Each of the tents at Thakadu provides a sliding door which opens onto the deck.

Amenities:

Indoor bath
Indoor shower
Air conditioning
Telephone
Hairdryer
Power 220vAC
Private viewing deck
Mosquito nets
Tea & Coffee facilities
Safe.

Single Room R6810

Double Room R9090

Family Tent

Single Room R6810

Double Room R9090

Directions

GPS Co-Ordinates

Latitude: -24.780781

Longitude: 26.433146

Directions

From Johannesburg International Airport:
1. Head towards the R21 to Pretoria, and then take the N1 North to Pietersburg (Polokwane)
2. After the Zambezi Road turnoff, take the N4 toward Rustenburg
3. Once on the N4, look for the R556 Sun City/Pilanesberg turnoff. Follow the signs to Sun City/Pilanesberg. Pass Sun City for approximately 9 kilometres. You will come to a four-way stop
4. Turn right at the four-way stop onto the R565 towards Derdepoort
5. Follow the road for approximately 9 kilometers and turn left to Bapong/Mabeskraal. Continue straight (through Mabeskraal Village) for approx. 35 kilometres and you will get to a four-way stop at the end of Mabeskraal Village
5. Turn right to Derdepoort. After 26 kilometres the tar ends, and a gravel road begins. Continue straight for about 26 kilometres, you will pass through Molatedi Village
6. Once through the Village and you will see a sign and a turn off to your right for Thakadu River Camp. It will be before the bridge where you cross the Marico River. Do not continue straight to Molatedi Gate
7. The road to the gate is approximately 4 kilometres. The condition of the sand road from here is NOT okay. You will pass through a cattle gate (Please open and close). The gate at the entrance to the Reserve will be staffed by a member of Molatedi Village.

Parking

On site parking facilities are provided for guests.

Star Rating

5 Star

Hotel Group(s)

Relais Hotels / AHA (African Hotels & Adventures)

Thakadu River Camp