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Located in the remote far eastern corner of Botswana where the Limpopo and Shashe rivers meet, Mashatu Game Reserve lies in a vast landscape of open plains, grassland, riverine forests, rocky hills, marshland and majestic sandstone ridges.
The reserve comprises 29,000 hectares (72,000 acres) of privately owned land in the conserved wilderness area known as the Northern Tuli Game Reserve and is where Botswana, Zimbabwe and South Africa meet.
Mashatu, translated as "Land of Giants”, takes its name from the locally-sacrosanct Mashatu or Nyala berry tree (Xanthrocercis Zambesiaca). These magnificent dark green trees, which are found along the rivers in the reserve, provide refuge, shade and food to a vast array of wildlife. Mashatu, which is one of the largest privately owned game reserves in southern Africa, is home to one of the largest herds of elephant on the continent and provides excellent sightings of Africa's big seven giants including the giraffe, eland, ostrich, the kori bustard, the iconic baobab tree and the king of beasts: the lion.
The Mashatu Game Reserve enjoys ecological biodiversity uncommon in other game reserves due to the diversity of the landscapes. Three members of the Big Five: leopard, lion and elephant are complimented by some lesser well-known, species, including the aardwolf (or “earth wolf”), the bat-eared fox, the African wildcat, the honey badger, the spotted hyena and the black-backed jackal. Mashatu is also home to more than 350 bird species, ensuring it is an alluring spot for those interested in bird life and bird photography.
Mashatu Game Reserve FAQs
Mashatu Game Reserve is located in the far eastern corner of Botswana in the conserved wilderness area known as the Northern Tuli Game Reserve, where Botswana, Zimbabwe and South Africa meet. The reserve is 29,000 hectares (72,000 acres) of privately owned land within the Tuli Reserve.
Wildlife viewing at Mashatu Game Reserve is good throughout the year. The semi-arid environment makes for easy viewing of animals and predators in particular. The best time is perhaps during the drier winter months from May to October when animals migrate here to drink from the rivers.
Mashatu Game Reserve is an ecological biodivere area, uncommon in other game reserves due to the diversity of the landscapes. Here you will encounter three of the big five (leopard, lion and elephant), Africa's big seven giants including the giraffe, eland, ostrich, the kori bustard, the iconic baobab tree. Mashatu is also home to a very special photographic hide not to be missed.
MASHATU GAME RESERVECAMPS
Located in the remote far eastern corner of Botswana in Mashatu Game Reserve, Mashatu Tented Camp is an oasis amongst the undulating and seemingly endless plains of the wild. Being located on the fringes of the desert, water is a precious resource. As the camp is close to water and in thick vegetation, it is an oasis for birds and animals ensuring the most incredible sightings in an otherwise endless wilderness.
Just 30 minutes by road from the main camp, Mashatu Lodge, Mashatu Tented Camp offers an immersive intimate bush experience for honeymooners, photographers and solo travellers ... Read more
Located in the remote far eastern corner of Botswana in Mashatu Game Reserve, Mashatu Lodge is an oasis amongst the undulating and seemingly endless plains of the wild. Being located on the fringes of the desert, water is a precious resource. As the camp is close to water and in thick vegetation, it is an oasis for birds and animals ensuring the most incredible sightings in an otherwise endless wilderness.
Luxury suites lie along the perimeter of the camp ensuring complete privacy and a connection to the bush and its inhabitants while offering a relaxed safari experience. These 14 spacious air-conditioned suites are well appointed with a double bed, single day bed and an additional single bed. A large swimming pool is a welcome relief after a warm day in the bush. Mashatu Lodge is ideal for keen photographers, solo travellers, honeymooners, groups and families. ... Read more
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