Luxury Travel to Mashatu Game Reserve made for you
Explore Mashatu’s wildlife, riverine forests and open plains
The land of the giants
Situated at the confluence of the great Limpopo and Shashe Rivers in the remote eastern corner of Botswana, Mashatu Game Reserve is located within the Northern Tuli Game Reserve where three countries, Botswana, South Africa, and Zimbabwe, converge. It’s home to the largest elephant population on a private reserve in on the African continent. Prepare to be awestruck by a diverse landscape of open plains, grassland, riverine forests, rocky hills, marshland, and impressive sandstone ridges.
Mashatu is the epitome of all that defines wilderness areas in Africa. Encompassing 40% of the Northern Tuli Game Reserve, it shares unfenced borders with the South African and Zimbabwean national parks. This vast area forms part of a cross boundary wildlife conservation area protecting the substantial biodiversity of fauna and flora in this region.
During your luxury Mashatu safari, you’ll encounter a biodiversity of wildlife that ranges from the gigantic to the minuscule and enjoy horse-back safaris, cycling safaris, and walks in the wild.
From our experts
Experiences picked by our Botswana safari specialists
Enjoy exceptional photography opportunities
Step into the wild and capture nature at its rawest from the heart of Mashatu’s legendary photo hide which brings you eye-level with the wildlife.
Walk the bush on a guided walking safari
Feel the pulse of the wild with a walking safari that takes you deep into the wilderness of Mashatu Game Reserve: no vehicles, no distractions, just you, your guide and the bush.
Pedal through the wilderness on a mountain bike safari
Embark on an exhilarating mountain bike safari and witness the bush from an entirely unique perspective as you pedal your way through the wilderness.
Luxury accommodation in Mashatu Game Reserve and beyond
There are many incredible places to stay in Mashatu Game Reserve and beyond. Here are some of our favourites, handpicked by our travel designers:
Why book with Jacada?
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Safari expertise
Our experts bring decades of first-hand expertise. They’ve lived and travelled across Africa and are regularly on the ground reviewing the most exclusive camps and experiences. You’ll also have the support of a personal concierge, based in region.
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Unforgettable guides
We handpick the most knowledgeable guides, who bring each destination to life with care and passion. They’re chosen for their ability to provide unrivalled insight into the region’s wildlife and landscapes as well as a genuine, memorable experience.
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Positive impact
By travelling with us, you directly support a range of initiatives spanning wildlife conservation to community engagement. Our luxury trips are designed to prioritise experiences that are positive for you and the places you visit.
Trip inspiration
Get inspired with our Botswana example trips and then get in touch to plan your own safari adventure
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Explore tripMeet your Africa team
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Angela Thomas
Client Experience Manager for Africa
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Charlie Cottar
Travel Designer
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Chloe Ainscow
Travel designer
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David Drayton
Travel Designer
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Ellie Smith
Travel Designer
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Emily Wallington
Senior Travel Designer
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Jacob Maahs
Senior Travel Designer
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Jamey Lowis
Senior Travel Designer
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Jess Thompson
Travel Designer
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Jody van Merode
Senior Travel Designer
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Kamogelo Dolo
Africa concierge
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Kit Wong
Senior Travel Designer
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Robynne Trueman
Africa Concierge
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Sara Bellemore
Travel Designer
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Tor Saner
Senior Travel Designer
When to visit Mashatu Game Reserve
The dry winter season (May–October) is the peak time for wildlife viewing in Mashatu. With sparse vegetation and limited water, animals – including elephants and big cats – congregate near rivers, making them significantly easier to track and photograph. The green and wet season (November–April) offers lush scenery, excellent birdwatching and newborn animals.
Ultimate safari
May–October
Green season
November–April
Birdwatching
November–March
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