Tswalu meaning “a new beginning” in the Tswana language was founded by English entrepreneur Stephen Boler in 1995. Today Tswalu covers 900 km˛ (90 000ha). Following Stephen Boler’s death in 1998, South Africa’s Oppenheimer family purchased Tswalu in April 1999.

The Tswalu Kalahari reserve is committed to protecting the environment and sustaining the indigenous ecosystem so that it may thrive. Tswalu seeks to make a contribution to nature conservation by: restoring the natural environment, re-establishing and protecting the biological diversity and maintaining the natural ecological process of the Kalahari environment.

Tswalu, situated in the Northern Cape Province in the Kalahari, South Africa; is 700km from Johannesburg, 270km from Upington, 380km from Kimberley and 1200km from Cape Town. Situated in an area that is free from Malaria and other tropical disease, Tswalu is the largest singly owned private game reserve in South Africa. Historic home of Bushman, over 70 species of mammals and more that 180 species of birds.

Motse:
Additional features of Motse are the lounge and dining area, library, traditional African Boma, Dimpho (Gift Shop), Jwa Bana (Children’s Room with Child Minder), wine cellar, sun deck and outdoor heated swimming pool.
Children aged 12 and under sharing with adults stay free.
Children aged 12 and under not sharing with adults pay 50% of the rack rate.

Tarkuni:
Set in its own private area on the Tswalu Kalahari Reserve, Tarkuni offers guests the ultimate African experience in sensational secluded luxury. Ideal for small groups and families, Tarkuni is available for parties up to eight adults.
A private game viewing vehicle and a dedicated Chef allow the luxury of flexibility.
Children aged 12 and under stay free.

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Motse:
Accommodates a total of 22 guests.
Nine individual desert sand wall and thatch roof legaes (suites).
Two of the nine legaes (suites) were designed with families in mind, each accommodating four people.
Each legae (suite) overlooks the watering hole and comprises an en-suite bathroom with walk-in shower, outside shower, private lounge, open fireplace, private sun deck, telephone, safe and mini bar.

Tarkuni:
Tarkuni comprises four luxury bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms and outdoor shower, open plan lounge and dining room, library, covered patio and heated swimming pool.

Children’s accommodation comprises two sets of bunk beds, sleeping four.
Nannies room accommodation comprises of two single beds and bathroom en suite.

Motse
Rates Include:
Accommodation, two daily game drives in open safari vehicles, walking safaris led by experienced rangers and trackers, all drinks (except from The Oppenheimer Collection), local telephone calls, laundry, valet services and VAT @ 14%.

Rates Exclude:
Transfers to and from Tswalu, international telephone calls, Tswalu gift shop purchases, private safari vehicle hire with personal field guide and tracker, horse riding accompanied by a qualified riding guide, transfer to and from Sishen Golf Course plus green fees, baby sitting service.

Tarkuni
Rates Include:
Accommodation, two daily game drives in open safari vehicles, walking safaris led by experienced rangers and trackers, all drinks (except from The Oppenheimer Collection at Motse), local telephone calls, laundry, valet services and VAT @ 14%.

Rates Exclude:
Transfers to and from Tswalu, international telephone calls, Tswalu gift shop purchases, private safari vehicle hire with personal field guide and tracker, horse riding accompanied by a qualified riding guide, transfer to and from Sishen Gold Course plus green fees, baby sitting service.

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