5 Day Tuli Block Safari

Embark on this 5-Day Tuli Block Safari and experience all the Northern Tuli Game Reserve and Mashatu Game Reserve have to offer.  Your journey will begin once you arrive at OR Tambo International Airport, you will then be transferred by road to Lanseria Airport where you will catch your scheduled charter flight to the Tuli Block, Botswana.

The Tuli Block is located in the Southeastern corner of Botswana where the Limpopo and Shashe rivers meet, it is also the corner where Botswana, South Africa, and Zimbabwe meet.  The Northern Tuli Game Reserve is a combination of private game reserves and is a wonderfully kept secret of Botswana.  The area is home to the largest elephant population on private land, is plentiful of other wildlife, and has some dramatic scenery.  The Mashatu Game Reserve is the largest of the private reserves with many different accommodation options.  Mashatu means “Land of the Giants” and is named after the incredible Nyala Trees and of course the giants that call this area home.

Itinerary at a Glance:
Day 1 – Arrival in Johannesburg, flight to Tuli Block, transfer to Mashatu Tent Camp
Day 2 – On Safari at Mashatu Tent Camp
Day 3 – Transfer to Tuli Safari Lodge Mashatu
Day 4 – On safari at Tuli Safari Lodge Mashatu
Day 5 – Depart Tuli Block, flight to Lanseria, transfer to OR Tambo

Day 1: Arrival in Johannesburg, flight to Tuli Block, transfer to Mashatu Tent Camp

Upon arrival at OR Tambo International Airport, you will be transferred by road to Lanseria International Airport.  Once there you will proceed through immigration and board your scheduled charter flight to the Limpopo Valley Airfield in Botswana. After clearing immigration your guide will be waiting to transfer you to your first camp, Mashatu Tent Camp in the Mashatu Game Reserve. 

Upon arrival at camp, you will be shown to your room where you can relax before tea is served.  After your afternoon tea you will embark on your first game-viewing activity.  Dinner is then served in the open-air boma.

Day 2: On Safari at Mashatu Tent Camp

An early start begins your day with tea and rusks before heading out on your morning safari.  Wildlife in the area is abundant and you are sure to see some exciting animals such as elephants, lions, plains game, and much more.  Head back to camp for brunch and a relaxing time in the midday heat.  Afternoon tea will be served and then you will head out on your afternoon activity. Return to camp in time for a delicious dinner around the boma.

Day 3: Transfer to Tuli Safari Lodge Mashatu

This morning after breakfast and a morning activity you will hop in the safari vehicle and be transferred to the southern section of Mashatu Game Reserve to Tuli Safari Lodge Mashatu for the next two nights.  The drive will take around an hour, depending on what wildlife sightings you see.

Upon arrival you will be shown to your room, you can either relax in your room or head over to the main area to enjoy all the lodge facilities.  Tuli Safari Lodge is set on the banks of the Limpopo River, providing an oasis for wildlife, so it is not unlikely that you can do some game viewing right from your room.

Day 4: On Safari at Tuli Safari Lodge Mashatu

This morning tea and rusks will be served before you head out on your morning safari, maybe try a walking safari today? A hearty brunch is served on return and you can relax at the lodge for the hottest hours of the day.  This afternoon you will go on your next game drive/walking safari, you are likely to see animals such as lions, hippo, hyena and even more elusive animals like the aardvark and honey badger. Return to camp for a decadent dinner around the fire.

Day 5:  Depart Tuli Block, flight to Lanseria, transfer to OR Tambo
Sadly all good things come to an end and your time in the magical Tuli Block is coming to an end.  Enjoy a tasty breakfast this morning and savor every moment of your last morning activity before heading back to camp to pack your bags.

You will be transferred back to the Limpopo Valley Airfield in time for your flight to Lanseria International Airport, upon arrival you will be transferred to OR Tambo International Airport for your flight home.

Tour Costs:

2024:
$5,870 per person sharing (Jan – Feb, Nov – Dec)
$6,060 per person sharing (March – June)
$6,230 per person sharing (July – Oct)

Price Includes:
04 nights accommodation on a fully inclusive basis:
Accommodation
All meals
Teas/coffees & snacks
Local beers, wines and soft drinks
Twice daily game viewing activities
The services of professional rangers and camp staff
All government taxes and levies
National park fees
Intercamp road transfers
All scheduled charter flight transfers as per itinerary

Price Excludes:
Personal items and gratuities
Premium beverages
Travel Insurance
Visas if required
Laundry
Extra exclusive activities at Mashatu