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Tau Game Lodge

5.0 star property
Luxury lodge connected to the convention centre in Ramotshere Moiloa with a full-service spa
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Bar (on property)
Business centre
Deluxe Chalet | View from room
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Poolside bar

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
The price is NZ$1,299
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
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Deluxe Chalet

Deluxe Chalet

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Chalet

Standard Chalet

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Map
Madikwe Game Reserve, Ramotshere Moiloa, North West, 2874

What's nearby

  • Madikwe Game Reserve - 1 min walk
  • Kopfontein Border Post - 20 min drive
  • Gaborone Game Reserve - 41 min drive
  • University of Botswana - 41 min drive
  • Botswana National Stadium - 64 min drive

Getting around

  • Gaborone (GBE-Sir Seretse Khama Intl.) - 78 min drive

About this property

Tau Game Lodge

Luxury family-friendly lodge connected to the convention centre
Take advantage of free full breakfast, game and wildlife viewing and a terrace at Tau Game Lodge. Indulge in a body treatment, a massage and a facial at Tau Oasis Spa, the on-site spa. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a garden and a playground.
Other perks at this lodge include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • A safari, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Luggage storage, tour/ticket information and a lift
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as air conditioning and dressing gowns, as well as perks such as safes and minibars.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with separate baths/showers and free toiletries
  • Balconies, childcare services and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) during limited hours
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Children's club
  • Ecotours
  • Full-service spa
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Playground
  • Safari
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • In-room babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference centre (2,906 square foot of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a provincial park
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Spa treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Full board rate plans don't include drinks with meals.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: ZAR460.00 per person, per night. This fee does not apply to children under 2 years of age.
  • Resort fee: ZAR 180.00 per person, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
The seasonal outdoor pool closes in December
24-hour pool access
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is also known as

Tau Game Lodge Ramotshere Moiloa
Tau Game Lodge
Tau Game Lodge Madikwe
Tau Game Madikwe
Tau Lodge
Tau Game Hotel Madikwe Game Reserve
Tau Game Hotel Madikwe Reserve
Tau Game Ramotshere Moiloa
Tau Game Lodge Lodge
Tau Game Lodge Ramotshere Moiloa
Tau Game Lodge Lodge Ramotshere Moiloa

Frequently asked questions

Does Tau Game Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is available 24 hours a day.

How much does it cost to stay at Tau Game Lodge?

As of 26 Sept 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tau Game Lodge on 30 Sept 2024 start from NZ$1,180.28, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Tau Game Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Tau Game Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Tau Game Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5 PM.

What time is check-out at Tau Game Lodge?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Does Tau Game Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A per vehicle, return fee applies.

Where is Tau Game Lodge located?

This family-friendly Ramotshere Moiloa lodge is located on the waterfront, steps from Madikwe Game Reserve and within 12 mi (20 km) of Tshukudu Dam and Kopfontein Border Post. Gaborone Natural History Museum and National Botanical Garden are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Tau Game Lodge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Christopher

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tau Game Lodge is a positive experience, but I do think things can be improved for the price of the booking. Its a perfect location for the Instagram fanatics and the social media hungry, so can be little frustrating when you just want to enjoy the experience and others just want to post it. James our guide was very good and accommodated our young son for him to experience the safari through a shorter trip, as the main safari trips are 3 hours twice per day. Children's facilities could be improved. Plastic play area in a safari reserve doesn't fit the image. The employees were very good and engaging with our son and I thank them for that as there were limited facilities for him during the long days. You can't really leave the complex. Swimming pools are too cold during the off season and could easily be heated through solar heating. You couldn't relax in the pool as it was so cold. Food is good, but not worth the cost of booking. It should be better and offer better alternatives, and charging for soft drinks is a bit of a farce. Safari is a positive experience and the water hole does allow you to see the animals without joining all the safari trips. Its a one time experience. I did enjoy seeing many guests decked out in their designer safari gear they will only wear once. Its sad that people can't just enjoy the experience instead of having to post the "show". I understand now why the complex doesn't link WIFI to the lodges.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was very clean and the staff was amazing from dining to our game drives. It was excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

shawn, kodiak

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing, friendly, smiling, staff, beautiful accomodations, amazing views over waterhole right from the room and dining areas, amazing animals, life changing, unforgettable experience, Guide Thuso is a gem
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic they are all so wonderful at the lodge. We had great rangers to show us the animals. A lifetime experience.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kandice

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the best stay, wildly above and beyond my expectations which were already high. The entire staff was incredibly nice, professional and accommodating. Just to name a few, Morgan, Rosetta, Joyce, Rosetta, Poppy as GM, Lucia, Evelyn and Many, Many more including housekeeping and maintenance, were just top notch at what they do. Herman as a ranger was just so much fun, so professional and knowledgeable. You can tell the park cares so much about conservation while the lodge cares so much about hospitality. It was a blast. I can't recommend enough, and the moment I can I'd love to return. Can't thank the staff enough for making this an incredibly memorable trip for our family.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The game reserve, staff and guides were absolutely amazing. Will return for many years
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick, South Burlington

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Tau Game Lodge is an ideal location to explore the wildlife and the beauty of the African bushveld in South Africa’s North West Province.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aeja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing. Silas was the best ranger. We saw all the big 5 and more. Exceeded my expectations.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fred

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Will book again
Excellent service by all the staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cayley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
Great stay at Tau. The staff were friendly and attentive m, food was amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent game drives. Our game guide, Damian, had an impressive knowledge of the animals and he was very patient with our kids
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is beautiful!!! The rangers are excellent and the Safris were amazing. The food isn’t good.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was all just perfect. We all left completely relaxed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Incredible experience
We really loved our stay in this hotel, as soon as we walked in, we saw lots of elephants and entelopes drinking from the waterhole which is next to the hotel, it was jaw dropping experience. We loved our reice a day fame drives too and were able to see all big 5. Were able to drive to animals really close. Food was also amazing and changed frequently
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

lisa, Long Island NY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful location, ama omg views
Tau game lodge was an experience of a lifetime. The staff was so nice & accommodating. I highly recommend this property. Our assigned ranger Derek was extremely knowledgeable, kind and professional.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Just Jen, Washington DC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Right on the water hole!!
Lots of animals to see from your room and common area. Clean, friendly staff. The rangers who take you out on safaris are quite knowledgeable.

10/10 Excellent

Judith, US

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice stay. Babysitting service a great help.

10/10 Excellent

Dan, Washington D.C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best Lodge by far
We stayed at 4 different lodges in the Madikwe and Pilanesberg parks. This was by far the best lodge, with the best views, the best safari guides, excellent food, wine, spa, and overall lodge comfort. We will definitely be back. If you can, ask for Mike Rae to by your safari guide. You will not be disappointed..

10/10 Excellent

Kamlesh, Mafikeng , South Africa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best of Bushveld.
Excellent location of the game lodge. Fantastic game drives, were very well taken care of by our ranger Dylan who was expert at everything.The chef made extra effort to cook some veg recipes.Very friendly and polite staff.Will surely visit again.