Rates - Tapologo River Lodge – Exclusive Private Safari Home

2025 & 2026 Rack Rates

The below rates are quoted per night (pn), subject to a minimum of a two nights stay, valid for the year stated above and availability on request. All rates are priced in USD, please contact us for SADC rates.

Exclusive use, fully catered, minimum occupancy 5 guests, max 10 guests sharing.

Seasonal Periods

Green (Low) Season: November 1st to December 21st and January 5th to February 28th

Shoulder (Mid) Season: March 1st to June 30th

Peak (High) Season: July 1st to October 31st and December 21st to January 4th

Accommodation Rates

Accommodation Guests Green (Low) Shoulder (Mid) Peak (High)
Lodge Only 5 or 6 $5,340.00 $5,790.00 $6,240.00
Lodge & 1 Suite 7 or 8 $7,120.00 $7,720.00 $8,320.00
Lodge & 2 Suites 9 or 10 $8,900.00 $9,650.00 $10,400.00

Children Policy:

  • Children below 2 years of age stay for free
  • Children 2-12 years of age receive a 25% discount of the equivalent adult rate
  • Children of all ages welcome

Community Impact: For every night guests spend with us, 5% of net revenue goes directly to the MOTSE community and wildlife conservancy to support local health, education and local business support initiatives.

What's Included in Your Tapologo Experience

  • Exclusive use of the Lodge and facilities
  • All meals including brunch, afternoon tea, dinner and snacks on game drives
  • All non-alcoholic beverages and selection from our local beer, wine and spirit list
  • A dedicated Chef, hosting service and private housekeeper
  • Private game viewing vehicle with a dedicated guide and tracker
  • Option of a guided game & nature walk and game drive, or two guided game drives, per night's stay
  • Starlink WiFi in the Main house and Chalets
  • Limpopo Lipadi conservation levy
  • Government bed levy and VAT

Additional Activities & Items (Not Included)

  • Road and Air transfers to and from Tapologo
  • Premium imported champagne, cognacs, wines, and spirits
  • Night drives
  • Rhino walks
  • Camping out in the reserve
  • Reserve dining experiences from bush breakfasts and brunches to boma dinners
  • Spa treatments
  • Involvement in conservation activities in Limpopo-Lipadi (subject to availability)
  • Village, community clinic and school excursions
  • Excursions to Moremi Gorge, Surrounding Farms, Thune Dam
  • Gift shop purchases
  • Gratuities
  • MOTSE community and wildlife conservancy donations

Payments & Cancellation Terms & Conditions

Rate Changes

All tariffs quoted are subject to change without prior notice. Rates quoted for confirmed bookings will be honoured.

Deposit & Payment Policy

Deposit: A non-refundable deposit of 25% of the total accommodation charge is required 14 days from making a provisional reservation.

Payment terms: All accommodation costs must be pre-paid no less than 60 days prior to arrival. All guests shall settle their extra accounts in full prior to departure from Tapologo Lodge.

Cancellation Policy

  • 90-61 days before arrival: 35% cancellation fee
  • 60-31 days before arrival: 65% cancellation fee
  • Less than 30 days before arrival: 100% cancellation fee

Travel Insurance: Please ensure that all guests are covered by a travel insurance policy to protect against unforeseen cancellation, delays, injury, loss, or any other prejudice of whatsoever cause. All reservation amendments or cancellations are valid only if advised and accepted by Tapologo Lodge, in writing, by e-mail.

Payment Details

Tapologo River Lodge Banking Details

Transfer type: USD International Wire
Payable to: Tor Currency Exchange Ltd
Payment reference: Tapologo River Lodge  '0014010867'
Account number: 49486977
Sort code: 20-67-35
IBAN: GB09 BARC 206735 49486977
Swift code/ BIC: BARCGB22
Bank name & Address: Barclays, 1 CHURCHILL PLACE, LONDON, E14 5HP

Important Payment Notes

  • Please ensure a copy of the bank transfer slip, together with the reservation details is emailed to the reservations office
  • Unfortunately, Tapologo Lodge cannot be held liable should payments be made to any incorrect accounts
  • All bank charges are the responsibility of the guest/travel company making the relevant bank transfer
  • Payments must be received by Tapologo Lodge on the dates stipulated, failing which Tapologo Lodge reserves the right to collect payment directly from the guest on arrival
  • Cheques are not accepted as tender of payment
  • The credit card submitted for extra activities must be presented at the lodge on arrival with the card holder's passport for verification

Legal Terms

Waiver: Variation or waiver of the above Terms and Conditions is at the sole discretion of Tapologo Lodge and must be confirmed in writing, failing which such variation or waiver will not apply. The laws of Botswana apply to all transactions.