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Located in the malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve, this luxurious campground features air-conditioned tent suites with a private patio. The communal area consists of of an open-plan lounge, a dining area and an outdoor pool. Overlooking Madikwe’s valley and the river, the tent suites at Thakadu River Camp come with mosquito nets, tea/coffee facilities and a private bathroom. The family tent suites have an extra sleeper couch for children. Meals and beverages are served in Thakadu's communal dining room, which has wooden floors and a fireplace for colder evenings. Room service can be arranged upon request. Children older than 6 years are able to join the games drives on offer and a babysitting service is available for those younger than 6, with prior arrangement, at an additional charge. Massages and laundry services can be arranged by the reception staff. Free parking is provided, and OR Tambo Airport is a 3.5-hour drive away. Gaberone is 12 mi from the campground.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Gluten-free, American, Buffet

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
1 king bed
and
1 sofa bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.0
Location
9.2
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Viviane
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We had a wonderful 3 night stay at aha Thakadu River Camp. The staff were very hospitable and friendly. The food most enjoyable with Lunch, afternoon tea, Dinner and hearty Breakfasts! All your needs provided for in the spacious and very...
  • Shulamit
    Israel Israel
    The camp is beautiful. Perfectly located on a river where elephants come to play.
  • Nicole
    United States of America United States of America
    The whole experience was absolutely incredible!! The staff were all unbelievable!! The game drives were just brilliant . The food and accommodation were all amazing!! We had a wonderful wonderful time!!

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      African • Pizza • Local • International • Grill/BBQ • South African
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of aha Thakadu River Camp
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shared toilet
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • River view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Balcony
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Game drives
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and costs ZAR 200 per 24 hours.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Transportation
    • Public transit tickets
      Additional charge
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Wake-up service
    • Packed lunches
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    • Room service
    Safety & security
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Security alarm
    • Key card access
    • 24-hour security
    • Safe
    General
    • Carbon monoxide detector
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Mosquito net
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Private entrance
    • Heating
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Pool with view
    • Shallow end
    • Pool/Beach towels
    • Pool bar
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    • Beach umbrellas
    Spa
    • Beach umbrellas
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules

    aha Thakadu River Camp takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

    Check-out

    From 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 12 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Crib upon request
    Free
    6 - 11 years
    Extra bed upon request
    ZAR 1,250 per child, per night

    Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    Mastercard Visa American Express Cash is not accepted aha Thakadu River Camp accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please note that children under 6 years of age are not permitted on game drives.

    Transportation with low suspension is not advised to travel the route up to the lodge

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform aha Thakadu River Camp of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

    FAQs about aha Thakadu River Camp

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • aha Thakadu River Camp is 1 miles from the center of Madikwe Game Reserve. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Guests staying at aha Thakadu River Camp can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.4).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Full English/Irish
      • Vegetarian
      • Vegan
      • Halal
      • Gluten-free
      • American
      • Buffet
      • À la carte

    • aha Thakadu River Camp offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Swimming pool
      • Game drives

    • aha Thakadu River Camp has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant #1

    • Room options at aha Thakadu River Camp include:

      • Double
      • Family

    • The prices at aha Thakadu River Camp may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Yes, aha Thakadu River Camp is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Check-in at aha Thakadu River Camp is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.