Completely refurbished during 2002/3, the camp offers accommodation for 28 in 14 tastefully and authentically decorated suites. Each suite is furnished with two three-quarter beds, a day bed, expansive en suite bathroom with shower, bath, his and hers basins, and a second W.C. From the private lounge area one can overlook the unfenced surrounding bush in air conditioned comfort. Facilities within the camp include a swimming pool, an air-conditioned lounge and dining room and a lala-palm enclosed African boma. With in this boma dinners are savored under the magnificent African night sky around a blazing fire. A well appointed curio shop complements the facilities. This is a fully hosted and catered-for lodge (no selfcatering).

AT A GLANCE

• Accommodation for 28
• En suite bathroom
• Purified water
• Lala-Palm boma, dining under the stars
• Facsimile, telephone and e-mail facilities available at the border post
• 24 hour electricity with a standby generator
• Maximum number of guests per game viewing vehicle is 7
• Air conditioning
• Insect proof screening on all windows and sliding doors (insect repellent supplied in all rooms and on all vehicles)
• Laundry service
• Bar
• Discovery-Educational Centre
• Full range of guest amenities
• Game drives conducted in 4 wheel drive safari vehicles

Discovery/Education Room:
This room provides a insight into this fascinating region of southern Africa. Detailing the flora and fauna of the region as well as providing tactile examples in the form of fossils, skeletons and more. There is extensive archaeological information partaining to the area, particularly from the ancient Mapungubwe finds. This room is aimed at adults and children alike.

Activities:
In addition to the game and predator drives conducted in 4 wheel drive safari vehicles, by experienced rangers and trackers, Mashatu Game Reserve is also able to offer activities conducted by research scientists in their field of study. The applicable fee assists in the funding of the scientists’ research. Walking trails can also be done guided by the trained rangers of The Mashatu Game Reserve. For the more adventurous there are mountain bike safari where the bush is seen from a completely different perspective. The experienced rangers will accompany you as you pedal your way along ancient elephant paths. The exhilaration of cycling amongst the “Giants of Mashatu" is an awesome experience. Early morning and late afternoon rides are available. Limpopo horse safaris are another exhilarating way in which to view the wildlife. FOr those with an interest in archaeology, an archaeologist will accompany the guest on an ivory and archaeology drive into the ancient ruins of the area.

Children and Child Policy:
At Mashatu Main Camp, children of all ages are welcome but those aged five and under are not permitted to dine in the boma or to be taken on game drives, unless their parents have reserved sole-use of their safari vehicle. Special dining arrangements can be made and baby sitting services are provided on request at a nominal charge. Family rooms and triple rooms are available upon request. Children under 12 years of age, sharing with full paying adults, pay 50% of the quoted adult tariff.