Photos: aha Hotels & Lodges
About this place
Thakadu River Camp lies on the banks of the Marico River in the Madikwe Game Reserve, near Molatedi Gate on the Botswana border. The camp has an Afro-Asian safari style, and its main lodge is built on stilts among the riverine trees.
There are 12 luxury tented suites, each with a private deck over the river and an indoor bath and shower; four are family suites with an extra double sleeper couch. Breakfast and dinner are served in the main lodge, at a fire-lit boma on fine evenings, or at a lapa in a glade by the river.
Morning and evening game drives in open vehicles are led by qualified rangers through Madikwe, a malaria-free Big Five reserve.
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Where you'll sleep
Choose a room type. We confirm availability with aha Hotels & Lodges once you send your dates.
2 guests · 1 bedroom
A tented suite with a private viewing deck over the Marico River and an indoor bath and shower.
4 guests · 1 bedroom
A tented suite with a deck over the Marico River, an indoor bath and shower, and an extra double sleeper couch.
Nature
What lives at Thakadu River Camp
4 animals recorded here or nearby.
These are records, not promises. Wild animals and birds move, so sightings are never guaranteed.
About Madikwe
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 changesFree cancellation 61+ days
Refund schedule
- Full refundcancel 61+ days before check-in
- 50% refundcancel 30+ days before check-in
- 25% refundcancel 15+ days before check-in
- No refundcancel any time before check-in
Their terms in full
Cancelling 60 to 30 days before arrival is charged at 50%; 29 to 15 days, 75%; 14 days or less, or a no-show, the full amount.
For any questions regarding cancellations or to request a cancellation, please contact our customer support team.
Pet policyNo pets
Pet policy
Pets are not allowed
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Before you book
Payment terms
The lodge sends its deposit and payment dates with your quote. Nothing is charged until you accept it.
Cancellation Policy
- Full refundcancel 61+ days before check-in
- 50% refundcancel 30+ days before check-in
- 25% refundcancel 15+ days before check-in
- No refundcancel any time before 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.
House rules
Guests are expected to respect the house rules of each accommodation. These rules will be provided upon booking confirmation.
Liability
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Thakadu River Camp located?
Thakadu River Camp is in Madikwe, North West, South Africa. The map on this page shows the area.
How many guests can Thakadu River Camp accommodate?
Luxury Tented Suite (8 of them) sleeps 2 each and Family Tented Suite (4 of them) sleeps 4 each.
How do I book Thakadu River Camp?
Pick dates on this Spekboom page and request availability. We confirm with aha Hotels & Lodges, they assign the unit, then you pay on Spekboom.
Enquire about a stay
Rated 4.6 by 175 guests on Google
Request to book. Send your dates and we will confirm availability with aha Hotels & Lodges.
Nothing is charged until the host says yes
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