African Explorer
Waterberg, South Africa and Tuli Block, Botswana
7 nights
fr £2714
Intermediate Plus – Advanced
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Accommodation
During the safari, you will stay in several unique and cool camps, ranging from beautiful glamping tents and accommodations built on tree platforms to luxurious lodges. Each with its own character. African Explorer comes in two versions, where the accommodation in South Africa is the same regardless of which one you book. The accommodation in Botswana differs slightly between the versions. 1. Friday – Friday Four nights are spent in South Africa and three nights in Botswana. The accommodation in Botswana consists of Two Mashatu and Tree Camp. 2. Tuesday – Tuesday Three nights are spent in South Africa and four nights in Botswana. The accommodation in Botswana consists of Kgotla and Tree Camp.
Camp Davidson
Camp Davidson is inspired by the old outspan camps of E.A. Davidson, who in the early 1900s travelled through the region with his wagon, trading goods. That early camp atmosphere has been beautifully captured here. Canvas tents on wooden decks are nestled among sandstone ridges overlooking the reserve. Each tent has its own en suite bathroom with a shower. The camp runs entirely on solar energy and also features a pool with a deck. Wi-Fi is available in some of the tents as well as in the main tent.
Bellevue Lodge
The Bellevue Reserve has two different lodges – Savannah and Syringa – and you will spend one night in one of them, most often Savannah. Both lodges are beautifully furnished with spacious and comfortable communal areas, a pool with views over the savannah, and dining rooms both indoors and outdoors. Savannah Savannah is a true African bush lodge at its most beautiful. Four rondavels, each with its own bathroom, are positioned on a shared deck. In a semicircle, they embrace the view of both the pool, the savannah, and the nearby watering hole, which often attracts wild animals. The communal areas naturally flow out to an elegant, covered veranda in traditional style. From here, the deck opens up with the pool in the foreground and the untouched wilderness as a backdrop. At the lodge's lookout point, you can settle down for an afternoon rest or grab the binoculars and follow the wildlife unfolding before your eyes. Syringa A charming lodge made of white plastered stone that feels more like a private home than a hotel lodge. Upon entering, it feels like stepping straight into someone's living room – warm, cozy, and personal. Here, you will find beautifully furnished double rooms and several elegantly tiled bathrooms shared among guests. From the pool, which overlooks the savannah, you can enjoy the ever-present wildlife and the endless horizon. Not infrequently, you will be visited by ostriches that dare to come right up to the fence surrounding Syringa.
Tree Camp
Tree Camp is truly a one-of-a-kind experience. If you ever dreamed of sleeping in a tree as a child, that dream comes true here. The camp is built among the branches of a massive Mashatu tree and two ancient Leadwood trees. You sleep four meters above the ground on a Seligna platform, in a cool sleeping area surrounded by mosquito nets, shared between two guests. A short walkway—also elevated in the trees—leads to the shared showers and toilets. The dining area is located right next to the sleeping platforms, with views over the Majale River. This is a camp you’ll be talking about for years to come.
Kgotla
Kgotla is an old traditional village court that has been relocated from a nearby village to the banks of the Motloutse River in western Mashatu. Here, you fall asleep to the sounds of nature and wildlife in your own small woven “hut,” arranged around a large central campfire. The camp is enclosed by a fence of sturdy Leadwood poles, creating a safe and atmospheric setting in the heart of the bush. Guests share four beautiful open-air showers with hot water, as well as standard toilets—a perfect balance between comfort and an authentic wilderness experience.
Two Mashatu
Two Mashatu Camp is set in the shade of two large Mashatu trees. The heart of the camp consists of two traditionally built Lala Palm rondavels, serving as the dining and lounge area. Large A-frame tents, each accommodating two people, are set on raised teak platforms and include private bathrooms. Every tent is secluded, nestled in the bush near the main area, ensuring privacy and shade. The camp also features a pool where guests can cool off. After dark, a guide is always available to escort you between your tent and the shared areas.
African Explorer • Day by Day
4 nights South Africa, 3 nights Botswana
3 nights South Africa, 4 nights Botswana
The itinerary serves as a guideline. Changes may occur due to the movement of game, weather conditions, or other unforeseen circumstances. Any adjustments made will always be with the safety and best interests of the safari experience in mind.
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Rates 2026
4 nights South Africa, 3 nights Botswana
3 nights South Africa, 4 nights Botswana
You choose one of the transfer options below.
2x car transfer, 1x air transfer
Car from OR Tambo Airport – Camp Davidson, South Africa Car from Camp Davidson, South Africa – Tuli, Botswana Flight from Tuli, Botswana – OR Tambo Airport
£565
Per person, based on a minimum of 4 people sharing
1x car transfer, 2x air transfer
Car from OR Tambo Airport – Camp Davidson, South Africa Flight from Vaalwater, South Africa – Tuli, Botswana Flight from Tuli, Botswana – OR Tambo Airport
£875
Per person, based on a minimum of 4 people sharing
