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Mashatu Tented Camp

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Mashatu Tented Camp

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Finalist in the 2024 Safari Awards for Best Value Safari.

What's Special About Mashatu Tented Camp

Mashatu Tent Camp is almost one with the environment; blink and you might miss it!

With a private shaded hide overlooking the waterhole, where bush enthusiasts can sit quietly and witness animals going about their day, completely unaware that they are being watched. It is humbling indeed to be an observer, to be part of the perfect, natural world.

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Finalist in the 2024 Safari Awards for Best Value Safari.

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Private tent exterior
Private tent interior
Outdoor shower
Swimming pool
Communal area
Boma
  • Private tent exterior
  • Private tent interior
  • Outdoor shower
  • Swimming pool
  • Communal area
  • Boma

Mashatu is the epitome of all that defines wilderness areas in Africa. A hidden gem situated in Botswana, Mashatu Game Reserve consists of 42,000 hectares of privately owned land in the conserved wilderness area known as the Northern Tuli Game Reserve.

The reserve lies in the remote eastern corner of Botswana where the great Limpopo and Shashe Rivers converge, where Botswana, South Africa and Zimbabwe come together. This exceptionally diverse landscape includes wide open plains, grassland, riverine forests, rocky hills, marshland and majestic sandstone ridges.

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Intro

Mashatu Tent Camp is the leisure choice for the guest seeking the ultimate one-on-one bush experience and who prefers a more intimate environment. Listen to the symphony of the night—a chorus of hyenas, leopards, and lions—right outside your door.

Eight completely private tents are tucked under the branches of enormous trees, accessible via meandering pathways. The tents themselves are spacious, comfortable and large enough that there’s no need to duck to get around. Each is mounted on a raised platform and has its own private outdoor en-suite facilities, including W.C. and shower.

Instant camaraderie is the norm at this unique camp. Meal times are shared either in the open-air thatched gazebo, or in the boma (enclosure) overlooking the floodlit, well-populated waterhole. The camp’s plunge pool invites guests to cool off and escape the heat of the summer months.

The sturdy and shaded hide also overlooks the waterhole, where bush enthusiasts can sit quietly and witness animals going about their day, completely unaware that they are being watched. It is humbling indeed to be an observer, to be part of the perfect, natural world.

Please note that air-conditioning and heating is not available at Mashatu Tent Camp.

Highlights

Mashatu Tent Camp is almost one with the environment; blink and you might miss it!

With a private shaded hide overlooking the waterhole, where bush enthusiasts can sit quietly and witness animals going about their day, completely unaware that they are being watched. It is humbling indeed to be an observer, to be part of the perfect, natural world.

Wildlife

Renowned for cat sightings (leopard, lion, cheetah) and the largest population of elephant herds on private game reserve in Southern Africa. Abundant wildlike including zebra, giraffe, jackal, antelope and more; plus 350 bird species. 

Quick Facts

Region
Africa
Safari Operators
Safari Tented Camp ( less than 20 tents)
Average Stay

Average stay between 4-5 days, with some guests staying a few weeks. 

Average Price

Seasonal rates per person per night:

  • Green season - $635.00
  • Shoulder season - $685.00
  • Peak season - $730.00
Child Policy

No children under 12 years of age.

Accommodation

Eight completely private tents are tucked under the branches of enormous trees, accessible via meandering pathways. The tents themselves are spacious, comfortable and large enough that there’s no need to duck to get around. Each is mounted on a raised platform and has its own private outdoor en-suite facilities, including W.C. and shower.

Accolades

Finalist in the 2024 Safari Awards for Best Value Safari.

Region
Africa
Safari Operators
Safari Tented Camp ( less than 20 tents)
Rates
Validity 30-12-2024 to 29-12-2026
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Best Ecologically Responsible Safari Property

The trip of a lifetime

20-04-2025 @ 8:36am
Best Ecologically Responsible Safari Property

Incredible, location, staff and sightings in and around this beautiful camp.

V
07-04-2025 @ 12:57pm
Best Ecologically Responsible Safari Property

It's quite simply the perfect mix of luxury and wilderness. Leopards through camp, why not, elephants at the water hole, sure! Amazing relaxing accomodations in the wilderness and secluded? Perfect

07-04-2025 @ 12:37pm
Best Ecologically Responsible Safari Property

A flawless minimalistic blend of luxury and sustainability – this camp is the gold standard for eco-safaris

IL from Botswana
07-04-2025 @ 10:58am
Best Ecologically Responsible Safari Property

A true rustic yet luxurious safari experience that thoughtfully weaves into the natural environment

DD from South Africa
07-04-2025 @ 5:26am
Best Value Safari Property

We have sent numerous guests to Mashatu Tented Camp and they have all loved it

GF from South Africa
22-04-2024 @ 12:12pm
Best Value Safari Property

Unbeatable experiences

RH
22-04-2024 @ 9:51am
Best Value Safari Property

We loved the tented camp in Mashatu very much !

09-03-2024 @ 10:36am
Best Value Safari Property

The most wonderful experience. You are right in the bush along with the wildlife .

08-03-2024 @ 8:42pm
Best Value Safari Property

Friendly staff and service worth game viewing experience

08-03-2024 @ 7:05pm
Best Value Safari Property

Wonderful place with brilliant guides who made us feel like family ❤️

08-03-2024 @ 11:05am

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