About this place
Tlopi is a tented camp on the shore of a dam in Marakele National Park, set in the Waterberg mountains of Limpopo. Its safari-style tents are raised on wooden decks at the water's edge, each with its own veranda looking out over the dam and the rugged mountain backdrop, so game and birds can often be watched from the comfort of your own tent.
Marakele lies in a transition zone where the bushveld meets the mountains, a landscape of deep valleys, cliffs and high plateaus that supports an unusually rich variety of wildlife. Elephant, rhino, and a range of antelope move through the reserve, and the park is famous for one of the largest breeding colonies of Cape vultures in the world, wheeling above the peaks.
The camp is self-catering and intentionally low-key, well suited to travellers seeking quiet, scenery and the simple pleasure of falling asleep to the sounds of the bush beside the water.
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Availability
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3 rooms, sleeps 3 to 8
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October 2026
November 2026
A night is shown as unavailable only when every room is taken.
Where you'll sleep
Choose a room type. We confirm availability with SANParks once you send your dates.
Safari Tent ST2/3
River view · Own kitchen
3 guests
Sleeps up to 3 adults. Features - 2 single beds - Additional stretcher provided on request - Check in before 17h00 - Fan - Kitchen - No fishing or swimming allowed - No smoking - River view - WC and shower
Safari Tent ST2/3Z
River view · Accessible unit · Own kitchen
3 guests
Sleeps up to 3 adults. Features - 2 single beds - Additional stretcher provided on request - Check in before 17h00 - Fan - Kitchen - No fishing or swimming allowed - No smoking - River view - Unit accessible to the mobility challenged - WC and shower
8 guests
Sleeps up to 8 adults. Features - 2 Bathrooms, each with w/c and shower - 2 bedrooms, each with 1 double bed - 2 bedrooms, each with 2 single beds - 27km distance from gate - Accessed with 4x4 or 2x4 (diff lock) vehicles - Braai area - DSTV (limited channels) - Fan - Fully equipped Kitchen - Lounge - No smoking - Veranda
Nature
What lives at Tlopi Tented Camp
10 animals, 45 birds and 4 trees and plants recorded here or nearby.
These are records, not promises. Wild animals and birds move, so sightings are never guaranteed.
Important information
Check-in and check-out
Check-in Time
14:00 - 18:00
Please arrange your arrival within this time window. If you need to arrive outside these hours, please contact the host in advance.
Check-out Time
By 10:00
Please ensure you check out by this time to allow for cleaning and preparation for the next guests.
Cancellation and changes50% refund 30+ days
Refund schedule
- 50% refundcancel 30+ days before check-in
- No refundwithin 30 days of check-in
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Pet policyNo pets
Pet policy
Pets are not allowed
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Before you book
Payment terms
Payment is required at the time of booking to secure your reservation.
Cancellation PolicyStrict
- 50% refundcancel 30+ days before check-in
- No refundwithin 30 days of check-in
Note: The 2.5% conservation contribution, payment processing fees, and any applicable referral commissions are non-refundable in the event of cancellation. Conservation contribution fees (2.5%) support conservation and community projects in the destinations you visit. Payment processing fees are absorbed by Spekboom for completed bookings, but cannot be recovered once a booking is cancelled. Referral commissions, where applicable, are paid to the referring party upon booking confirmation.
Payout Protection: Guest payments are held until the free cancellation window passes. This protects guests who cancel within their cancellation window and ensures hosts receive guaranteed payouts after the cancellation period ends.
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Guests are expected to respect the house rules of each accommodation. These rules will be provided upon booking confirmation.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Tlopi Tented Camp located?
Tlopi Tented Camp is in Limpopo, South Africa. The map on this page shows the area.
How many guests can Tlopi Tented Camp accommodate?
ST2/3 (SAFARI TENT) sleeps 3, ST2/3Z (SAFARI TENT) sleeps 3 and GC8 (MOTSWERE GUEST COTTAGE) sleeps 8.
How do I book Tlopi Tented Camp?
Pick dates on this Spekboom page and request availability. We confirm with SANParks, they assign the unit, then you pay on Spekboom. Nearby Spekboom stays book the same way if you want to mix nights inside the park with a stay outside.
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Rated 4.6 by 75 guests on Google
Request to book. Send your dates and we will confirm availability with SANParks.
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