| Mashatu Game Reserve, an area of history and legend, offers some of the most exciting game viewing in Africa. It is a place of exceptional beauty where one can explore the rugged, unspoilt African landscapes either in the comfort of open 4-wheel drive vehicles, on a walking safaris, on mountain bicycles, or horse back, guided by expert rangers and experienced trackers. In addition to the game experience, Mashatu offers a view of Africa, unchanged since the days of early visitors such as Kipling, Selous and artist/explorer Sir Thomas Baines. Historic and archaeological sites abound; notable are the Motloutse Ruins and the Pitsani Koppie sites.
Mashatu Main Camp
Mashatu Main Camp is the larger and more luxurious of Mashatu's camps.
Completely refurbished during 2002/3, the camp offers 14 tastefully and authentically decorated suites. Each suite is furnished with either two three-quarter beds and a day bed, or two double beds and a day bed, expansive en suite bathroom with shower, bath, his and hers basins, and a second W.C.
A private lounge area overlooks the unfenced surrounding bush and 24 hour temperature control completes the comfort of each suite. Mashatu Main Camp is elevated around a waterhole and offers excellent game viewing opportunities from within the camp itself. The dining area, stunning day lounge and "Gin Trap" bar provide diverse lookouts from which to enjoy and appreciate the environment. Facilities within the camp include a swimming pool, an air-conditioned lounge and dining room and a lala-palm enclosed African boma, in which sumptuous dinners are savoured under the magnificent African night sky and around a blazing fire. A well appointed curio shop complements the facilities.
The "piece de resistance" at Main Camp is the Discovery Room: base for the scientific research conducted at Mashatu and a magnifying glass though which the animals and history of Mashatu can be examined. A fascinating insight into the world that is Mashatu - the Land of the Giants.
Mashatu Main Camp offers a fully air-conditioned conference room, with seating for up to 48 delegates “Boardroom Style” and includes: VCR and TV monitors, overhead projectors, slide projectors, screens, flip charts and white boards. No additional charge is levied for the use of the conference room.
Mashatu Main Camp Amenities
- Capacity = 28 guests.
- 14 Luxury double/twin suites.
- En-suite luxury bathroom per suite.
- Purified water.
- Lala-Palm enclosed boma where dinner is held under the stars.
- Facsimile, telephone and e-mail facilities available at the border post.
- 24 - hour electricity (with standby generator).
- Safari Boutique.
- Maximum number of guests per game viewing vehicle is 7.
- 24-hour temperature control.
- Insect proof screening on all windows and sliding doors.
- Separate tour guides accommodation (B grade).
- Insect repellent supplied in all bedrooms and on all vehicles.
- Laundry service.
- Safari Bar featuring an international selection of beverages.
- Discovery/Educational Centre.
- Full range of guest amenities.
- A limited number of mountain bicycles for participation in cycling safaris.
Mashatu Tent Camp
Nestled in the remote northern area of the reserve lies Mashatu Tent Camp. With never more than sixteen guests, this idyllic getaway provides accommodation in the form of eight twin tents. Although rustic in character every facility is provided. The tents are insect-proofed, have comfortable beds and each has an en-suite shower and W.C. facility. There is an open sided thatch deck where meals are served and a traditional boma for intimate campfire dinners. This camp also contains a very welcome plunge pool. Your total comfort is the priority of your hosts. While on game drives, you will be taken care of by your ranger and on your return, the camp staff will gladly attend to your every need.
Mashatu Tent Camp Amenities
- Capacity = 16 guests.
- 8 twin bedded tents.
- En-suite shower facilities.
- Full range of guest amenities.
- Insect proof screening in the tents.
- Insect repellent supplied in all tents and on all vehicles.
- Purified water.
- Filtered plunge pool.
- Lala-Palm enclosed boma where dinner is held under the stars.
- Facsimile, telephone and e-mail facilities available at the border post.
- Safari Bar featuring a selection of beverages.
- Safari Boutique.
- Fans in the tents.
- Limited solar power.
- Hide overlooking a floodlit waterhole.
- A limited number of mountain bicycles for participation in cycling safaris.
- Maximum number of guests per game viewing vehicle is 8.
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