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In Setswana, Tapologo means ‘sense of peace and tranquility’
Tapologo River Lodge is part of the private Limpopo-Lipadi Wildlife & Wilderness Reserve in the Tuli Block, Botswana. The Reserve spans 50,500 acres of varied and ecologically significant landscape rich in biodiversity, and includes 14 kilometres of Limpopo river frontage. The site is beautifully positioned on the bank of the Limpopo River, which flows to the Northern Tuli Game Reserve and Kruger National Park.
Tapologo is enveloped by riverine forest, along 175 metres of private river frontage. Limpopo-Lipadi’s low human footprint, alongside a private safari vehicle & guide, ensure a serene and memorable safari experience.
Staying at Tapologo
We offer a private and exclusive retreat for guests seeking a personal, immersive African bush experience. The lodge provides laidback luxury with a river facing pool, deck and private boma.
From the decks and patios, you can spot hippos wallowing and crocodiles basking, with various antelope like kudu, waterbuck, klipspringer, bushbuck & impala as well as zebra and giraffe, which pass through most mornings and evenings. Warthogs, baboons and vervet monkeys frequently visit, and on occasion, elephants can be observed crossing the river. You might even spot the elusive leopard.
Experiences
Your time on the Reserve is entirely your own; you can experience an exceptional, exclusive and private safari. Our dedicated team of guides, hosts, housekeepers and chefs are there to create a fully bespoke stay and safari experience tailored to your needs.
Our guests therefore have the luxury of unlimited time at wildlife sightings, and do not have to share these precious moments with anyone. In addition to game drives and bush walks, we offer various activities including rhino walks, birding, camping out, stargazing and local tours to villages, farms and the surrounding area. There is also the opportunity to spend time with our management team at Limpopo Lipadi, to learn more about our conservation projects.
Limpopo-Lipadi
The fenced Wildlife & Wilderness Reserve is home to a wide variety of mammals including four of the Big Five, featuring an abundance of elephants and a growing population of southern white rhino. Healthy populations of predators including lion, leopard, painted wolf, and hyena - both spotted and brown - also reside.
For ornithological enthusiasts, there are over 300 bird species residing in the reserve and along the Limpopo River including the Big Six: kori bustard, martial eagle, lappet-faced vulture, Pel’s fishing owl, saddle-billed stork, and southern ground hornbill.
Tapologo Reviews
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Best safari experience of our lives
My wife and I have stayed in a number of Luxury safari lodges in South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, Zimbabwe, Zambia and Kenya. We took our extended family of 8 (5 adults and 3 children aged 9-17 to Tapologo Lodge and can categorically say that we enjoyed the best safari experience of our lives. The 5-bedroom lodge has privacy being situated along the Limpopo River with incredible birdlife and hippos... Read this review
Dan and Kathryn S.
Seattle, USA
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Amazing place to stay and relax between our morning and evening drives
We have recently returned from a trip to the Limpopo Lipadi Reserve and would like to express what a fabulous time we had. We had the pleasure of staying in the Tapologo Lodge on the banks of the Limpopo which was an amazing place to stay and relax between our morning and evening drives exploring the Reserve. The lodge was stunning, and the staff couldn't have been more friendly... Read this review
Kevin & Lindsey P.
UK
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Our stay in the lodge was so special
Set amongst the trees it was far enough away for some quiet time for ourselves but close enough to not feel left out . The bed was so comfortable and lots of room to relax and enjoy the tranquility. The main lodge set alongside and sitting literally on the river was something very special , it’s amazing windows and lighting giving every opportunity to see all the sights and... Read this review
Richard and Helen S.
UK
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An amazing experience
I stayed at Tapologo Lodge this past January and had an amazing experience. I stayed in one of the two chalets on the property, which was spacious, clean, and very comfortable. The room managed to feel modern while still fitting perfectly with the Game Reserve vibe, creating a really relaxed and authentic atmosphere. The staff were all incredibly friendly and went out of their way to make guests feel... Read this review
Connor L.
UK
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