Madikwe Game Reserve, 2840 Madikwe Game Reserve, South Africa
#6 of 12 hotels in Madikwe Game Reserve
Guests' ChoiceBased on 209 hotel reviews
9.2Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Location
9.7
Facilities
9.1
Staff
9.5
Value for money
8.9
Free WiFi
7.5
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 8 May 2024
Michael
United KingdomThe mattress was very hard. Nothing else to say at all.
Location amazing. So many animals. Herds and herds of everything. Saw all Big 5 in a couple of days,. Also managed to find Painted/Wild dogs. Lodge well situated for everything. Staff very cheerful. Food good and filling. Not Michelin star level. Amazing stars at night, total blanket of stars. For the birder, endless birds. No snakes at this time of year.Our Guide Silas was outstanding and very friendly. Virtually no mozzies despite being beside a water hole. Would advise the place for anyone. Particularly first timers. My teenage twins, age 15, loved it. Price of drinks very good.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 18 April 2024
Chris
United StatesNothing.
Wonder accommodations. The food was excellent. The staff are so friendly and welcoming. The safaris were unbelievable. Thank you for an amazing experience.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 14 April 2024
Aroua
MoroccoExcellent Lodge with an amazing view of the lake and several animals
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 5 April 2024
Tammy
BotswanaLimited options on the breakfast and lunch menu, not enough.
The staff including the guides were fantastic, so welcoming! Really enjoyed our stay especially my birthday surprise, that was a very beautiful gesture, loved it and highly appreciated!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 27 February 2024
Mark
United KingdomOnly the fact that we couldn’t stay longer!
We’d been lucky enough to visit various lodges in Madikwe before, but were really impressed by every aspect of Tau Lodge. From its fabulous location - with all rooms and the dining deck overlooking a genuinely busy water hole - to exceptional staff and fine food, I couldn’t recommend this too highly. We will return!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 23 February 2024
Jeff
NetherlandsNothing
An amazing lodge in the Madikwe park. We ate every meal looking out at all the beautiful animals of the park. Game drives were absolutely brilliant. The staff was wonderful. What an experience!!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 13 February 2024
Jenny
South Africano internet in rooms, no cellphone signal
food was great, and spar treatment
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 16 January 2024
Nick
NetherlandsNothing!
The best service ever!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 13 January 2024
Francois
South AfricaNothing
Friendly and very helpful efficient staff. Food was excellent and as always too much! Our game ranger and guide Thuso was excellent and exceeded our expectations. Thank you very much. Great value for your money! Will be back!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 8 January 2024
Jason
United KingdomThe watering hole outside of the rooms for viewing animals when not on safari was the highlight!
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 31 December 2023
Tania
United Stateseveryone is so friendly and knowledgable. The food is fantastic and the location/property are amazing.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 23 October 2023
Karen
New ZealandSome of the meat served at dinner/lunch was really not good. The chef explained that they were trying a new supplier, I hope that has been addressed as it was disappointing.
The lodge was closed for renovations, so we were accommodated at their Private Member Suites (Matla Lodge) in a lovely large chalet. Only 5 chalets at the lodge, so it had a very exclusive feel. Great outdoor area with pool and where we had a braai dinner overlooking the waterhole ( two leopards came to visit! ). The main building was beautifully furnished. Staff were lovely, and we had an amazing guide, James, so knowledgeable and good fun….did the very best sunset/morning drinks that we had during our 3 weeks touring in SA!!! Madikwe is a brilliant reserve for wildlife, fantastic game viewing, it will not disappoint.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 9 October 2023
Leon
South AfricaThe buffet food were not warm by the time it was served. The plated food was excellent. Only normal coffee was for free, but coffees like cuppacino and latte's were charged extra.
Staff were very friendly and willing to assist with everything we wanted. The General Manager went out of his way to make us feel welcome. The game ranger was very knowledgeable.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 9 October 2023
Cilliers
South AfricaNo complaints
Location perfect around the waterhole, animals amazing. Friendly staff, excellent food
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 1 October 2023
David
SwitzerlandThe fees we had to pay at the end. The staff didn't tell me when I made the reservation.
Everything was perfect. We live an amazing 3 days. A special thank's to our guide that was perfect ;) Do not hesitate, Tau games Lodge worth it.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 1 October 2023
Omphile
South AfricaNo wifi in rooms, terrible for a solo traveler.
The spa with Lucy
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 25 September 2023
Priyalal
BotswanaNothing
Relaxed atmosphere
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 10 September 2023
Rose
South AfricaNothing
Location
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 5 September 2023
Francisco
JapanNothing
Everything - We saw 4 of the big 5, ranger and rest of the staff, facilities, food, and great weather; the surprise gift for our wedding anniversary reflects Tau’s commitment to clients. Thank you
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 26 August 2023
Davide
ItalyThe lodges are really nice, strategically located in front of a waterhole that attracts various species of animals. The staff was nice and helpful and the food was delicious. All the game drives have been incredibile, we've seen a lot of animals and different landscapes. A special thank you to our ranger James who is very passionate and knowledgeable about the reserve's wildlife and made every single drive an unforgettable experience. I higly recommend.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 20 August 2023
Ibrahim
EgyptNothing
Everything was perfect
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 18 August 2023
Rika
United StatesThe family unit is so perfect! It is two bedrooms/bathrooms connected by a lounge (living room) and allowed our 10 and 13 year old boys to go to sleep while we stayed up later. The outdoor patio was also an added bonus and allowed us some fun time during the day between game drives.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 13 August 2023
Karabo
BotswanaNothing
Everything 🥰
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 12 August 2023
Kalpesh
IndiaNil
Fantastic location in the reserve. Great food and excellent service by the team there. The restaurant headed by Ex Chef Rea was a treat listening and catering to our every whim despite us being a large group. To top the service was the hospitality with the complimentary cakes, wines for our birthday and anniv in our group. Not to mention the beautiful dance by team to bring in the birthday. The game safari guide James was super … thanks for making our trip so memorable. Wish we had stayed more than a day !
Stayed in August 2023
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