Tau Game Lodge

N.B single surcharge will apply for all singles (Peak Priod, Easter & Festive Season Christmas/New Year).

The above rates are inclusive of:

Accommodation
Three meals per night booked.
2 Game drives per day in open Land Rovers guided by experienced Rangers, includes sundowner drink
If scheduled flights are booked through Tau – then Airstrip Transfers are included

The above rates are exclusive of:

Conservation Levy
Government / Bed Levy
Transfer to and from the lodge
Telephone, Curio and Bar purchases, Spa Facilities, Gratuities and Laundry
Convention Centre Venue Hire
The Rhino Conservation levy
An airstrip landing fee

Deposit Policy

For all bookings made within 30 days of travel
Full payment Is required within 48 hours of your booking. This payment can be made via bank transfer or credit card (Master/Visa).
For all bookings made more than 30 days of travel
A 50% deposit Is required within 48 hours of your booking and the balance 30 days prior to arrival. This payment can be made via bank transfer or credit card (Master/Visa).

Cancellation Policy

Only written cancellations are accepted
If a booking is cancelled after confirmation, a 25% cancellation fee will apply.
60-days to 31 days prior to arrival - 50% of total reservation value
30-days to date of arrival -100% = total reservation value
A 10% admin fee will be retained for cancellations made after the card has been charged.

Child Policy - Tau Game Lodge

1. Room sharing and Child Policy

The standard chalets are suitable for 2 adults only and 3 adults per room are not accepted.
2 Adults and 1 infant / child aged 2 years or under per chalet is accepted
2 Adults and 2 children (under 12 years) per room are not accepted in standard chalets.
2 children per standard chalet is accepted
3 or 4 children per chalet are not accepted in standard chalets. They are accepted in 2-bedroomed family unit / suite and in deluxe chalets( under 12years)
2 adults and 2 children (under 12 years) are accepted only in a deluxe chalet or family unit/suite.
2 adults and 1 child and 1 infant per chalet are accepted only in a deluxe chalet or family unit/suite.

1.1 Pricing Structure for Children (applies to Standard Chalets unless otherwise stated)

Infants 0 – 2 years
Stay free of charge in a cot – not allowed on safaris (standard chalet)
Child 6 – 11 years, sharing with 1 adult
Pay 50% of the adult rate (standard chalet) (With exception of the peak holidays, Easter, Christmas & New Year period: then charged as adults)
2 Children 6 –11 years, occupying their own standard chalet
Oldest Child pays adult sharing rate, other child pays 50% of the adult Rate. (With exception of the peak holidays, Easter, Christmas & New Year period: then charged as adults)
2 Children under the age of 12, occupying 1 room of the family unit
Both Children pay adult sharing rate.
2 Children under the age of 12, sharing a deluxe chalet with 2 adults
Both children pay 50% each of the adult rates.
If this room is requested and only 1 child shares with 2 adults, that child pays the full adult sharing rate, as the room rate for these units is the equivalent of 3 adults sharing.
1 Child 6 – 11 years, occupying his/her own chalet/family unit room
Pays the full adult rate.
Children 12 years and over
Pay the full adult rate.
The Family Suite is sold at a “SUITE RATE” for up to 5 guests in total, it could take up to Maximum 6 people (I.e family of 2 adults and 4 children under 12 years)

1.2 General Information Relating to Children

Children 6 to 11 years of age are accommodated on standard game drives, subject to the discretion of Lodge Management.
Child minders are available in the evenings as well as during the game drives, at a nominal charge. Child minders are booked on arrival at the lodge and fees are payable at the lodge on departure.
Short Kiddies Safaris are provided for the smaller children (3-5 yrs).
Rates include special child activity package.
Early dinners for children can be arranged with the lodge caterer.

General Info
Check-in/out time
Check in time is 14h00. Check out time is 10h00.

Health
Tau Game Lodge is in a malaria free area so no prophylactics are required. The lodge has qualified first-aid staff members. In the case of medical emergency Paramedic Medical Emergency
Service are available.

Children’s Policy
Families with children are welcome at TAU GAME LODGE. Children under the age of 2 years sharing with parents stay free. Children under the age of 6 years are not allowed to join the adults on the standard game drives, unless the party with the children have booked a private vehicle (At an additional charge).
A shorter kiddies safari of approximately an hour can alternatively be arranged and a children’s program is in place for their entertainment . Please discuss further policies relating to children directly with Tau Lodge Management.

Babysitting
An hourly fee will be charged.

Curio shop
The Curio shop carries items created by skilled craftsmen, traditional ornaments or handcrafted jewellery as well as useful safari gear.

Laundry
A laundry service is available at a nominal cost.

Room Amenities
Hairdryers, mosquito nets, Hostess tea/coffee trays, bar fridge and mini-safe. Air-conditioning and overhead fans.

Tipping and Gratuities
Tipping of Rangers, Mochundas and lodge staff is at the guests own discretion. A suggested amount can be advised by lodge management.

What to take
Comfortable light clothing – neutral colours recommended, walking shoes, sun hats, sunglasses, sun block, insect repellent and bathing suits. A good bird book, binoculars and camera could come in handy. During winter, please pack warm jackets, gloves and beanies for the game drives.

Levies
North West Parks Board charges an entrance levy per person (subject to change), which we will collect on check-out on their behalf. A Government Bed levy is charged per person per night and is due for payment on check-out. A compulsory Rhino conservation Levy) is applicable to assist the Reserve in its anti-
poaching efforts.

Luxury Game Viewing Lounge
The African inspired game viewing lounge area situated at close proximity to the infinity pool allows for guests to meet for morning and afternoon drinks prior to game drive departure. The cosy bar area serves both the swimming pool and the game viewing lounge from where guests can enjoy a daily parade of amazing wildlife passing through from the big 5 to the smaller antelope and bird population.

The Convention Centre
The state-of the art convention centre, which is situated at walking distance from the lodge can seat up to 150 delegates.

High quality equipment has been installed in the 3 sub-halls and all systems have been integrated and configured to maximise performance. The centre offers specialist equipment designed with simple plug in and play options for all presentation needs.
Each of the 3 breakaway rooms are 5.5m x 4m in size and are able to accommodate 10 delegates comfortably.

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MADIKWE ENTRY FEES
• Once-off payment
• Paid directly by clients
• Rebuilding and Recovery levy
- R115 pppn (optional)
• Gate Entry Fees
- R180 per Adults per STAY
- R 80 per Child (3-9 yrs)
• Guest Conservation Contribution (GCC)
- R165 per Adults per DAY
- R 82.50 per Child (2-12 yrs)
• Guest Conservation Contribution (GCC)
- from 01 Mar 2023
- R190 per Adults per DAY
- R 95 per Child (2-12 yrs)
• Bed Levy
- ZAR 10 pppn from age 1 year old
• SUBJECT to change without notice,
Guests GCC are payable at the lodges and will be added to guests' bills split image
• Flight Entry
- R240 per Adult
- R150 per Child (3-9 yrs)
• SUBJECT to change without notice split image

SADC Special

Valid 01 July until 31 Sept 2023

VALID FOR SADC RESIDENTS ONLY IF BOOKING 14 DAYS OR LESS PRIOR TO TRAVEL

Standard Chalet - per Person Per night R3 850
Deluxe Chalet - Per Room Per night R11 550
Family Unit - Per Room Per night R15 400
Family Suite - Per Room Per night R19 250
The above rates are inclusive of:

* Accommodation.
* Three meals per night booked.
* 2 Game drives per day in open Land Rovers guided by experienced Rangers, includes sundowner drink.
* If scheduled flights are booked through Tau - then airstrip transfers are included.

The above rates are exclusive of:

* Conservation Levy of R180.00 pp. (subject to change)
* Government/Bed Levy R 10.00 p.p. per night (subject to change).
* Transfers to and from the lodge.
* Telephone, Curio and Bar purchases, Spa Facilities, Gratuities and Laundry.
* Convention Centre Venue Hire – R4 950.00.
* The Rhino Conservation levy at R 190.00 per adult per night and R95.00 per child per night (2-11yrs). This fee is VAT inclusive. (subject to change)
* An airstrip landing fee of R60.00 per person and airstrip transfer of R220.00 per vehicle, one way (maximum 10 guests per vehicle) (subject to change)

The above special is bookable under the following Terms and Conditions:

* Valid 01 July to 30 September 2023 for SADC Residents ONLY if booking 14 days or less prior to travel
* Not applicable to existing bookings made prior to release of this special
* Subject to availability
* No changes allowed