Tutwa Desert Lodge

northern district, south africa

From $695/night
  • air conditioning
  • bar / lounge
  • bath products
  • bedding
  • bedside lighting
  • canoe / kayak rental
  • community pool
  • electricity
  • front desk
  • housekeeping
  • lounge areas
  • mini bar
  • mosquito nets
  • restaurant
  • shower
  • slippers / in-room shoes
  • towels
  • wardrobe
  • wi-fi
  • all-inclusive
  • canoeing
  • canyoning
  • climbing
  • fishing
  • game drives
  • guided tours
  • nature walks
  • swimming
  • All-inclusive
  • Check-in

    2:00 PM

  • Check-out

    10:00 AM

  • Taxes

    15%, Included

  • Gift Cards

    Not available at this property

  • Included in the Rates

    Accommodation, all meals, 2 activities per day and selected local beverages.

  • Gratuity

    Not required, but appreciated.

  • Other Fees

    None

  • Parking

    Included on-site

  • Cellular Signal

    Limited

  • Wi-Fi Signal

    Strong

  • Minimum Age for Children

    10

  • Additional Guests

    $248.20/night per additional person

  • Suggested items to bring with you

    Comfortable shoes

  • Reservation and Cancellation Policy

    All canceled reservations received 31 or more days prior to arrival are subject to a 10% cancellation penalty. 

     

    Reservations canceled within 30 days of the scheduled arrival date are subject to a 50% penalty.

     

    Reservations canceled within 15 days of the scheduled arrival date are subject to a 100% penalty and are responsible for the entire stay and will forfeit all payments.

  • Pet Policy

    Pets are not allowed at this property.

How Do I Get There?

  1. Turn off the N14 (Upington/Springbok) onto the R64/R359
  2. Continue 20km past Augrabies/Augrabies Falls turn-off; after 7km you will see Dundi Lodge and the Dundi Airstrip/hanger on your left.
  3. Continue straight on for 10km – until the road surface becomes gravel
  4. Continue straight for 31km straight along the dirt road – travel carefully, especially if you are not used to gravel road driving
  5. You will approach farm houses, some sheds and stock pens – follow the road as it turns sharply to the right (Signage: Schuidtdrift/Southern Farms)
  6. Continue for 5km to a farm house on your right with green roof (Sign: Schuidtdrift)
  7. Turn right through the gates – Tutwa staff will be there to transfer you to the lodge which is 7km further.

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In the heart of the barren Green Kalahari lies an oasis of tranquil luxury. Tutwa Lodge is a serene sanctuary on an unblemished tract between the Green Kalahari and the mighty Orange River. As a Tutwa guest you enjoy the pleasure of a unique private wilderness safari over 160 square kilometers of land. Boasting 24km of Orange River frontage, Tutwa is a source of life and bounty in a wild, ancient desert. This rewarding wilderness encounter features safari drives, nature paddles, birding and interactive conservation experiences.

Luxurious suites at Tutwa Lodge are spacious, air-conditioned and dressed in fine linens, with full bathrooms, personal bathrobes and indulgent amenities. All suites have their own verandas and balconies offering landscape and mountain views of the beautiful Green Kalahari.

Tutwa Desert Lodge

Glamping Types

  • Lodges

Great For

  • couples
  • honeymoon
  • romantic
  • solo travelers

Setting

  • desert
  • mountain
  • river / stream

Total Accommodations

  • 9

Minimum Night Stay

  • 1

Rates Based On

  • Per Person

Best time to visit

Open: Year-round

Peak season: April - September 

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Accommodations

  • Suites

    From $479/night
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    03
  • Amenities
    • air conditioning
    • bar / lounge
    • bath products
    • bedding
    • bedside lighting
    • canoe / kayak rental
    • community pool
    • electricity
    • front desk
    • housekeeping
    • lounge areas
    • mini bar
    • mosquito nets
    • restaurant
    • shower
    • slippers / in-room shoes
    • towels
    • wardrobe
    • wi-fi
  • Experiences
    • all-inclusive
    • canoeing
    • canyoning
    • climbing
    • fishing
    • game drives
    • guided tours
    • nature walks
    • swimming
  • Dining Options
    • All-inclusive
  • Policies
    • Check-in

      2:00 PM

    • Check-out

      10:00 AM

    • Taxes

      15%, Included

    • Gift Cards

      Not available at this property

    • Included in the Rates

      Accommodation, all meals, 2 activities per day and selected local beverages.

    • Gratuity

      Not required, but appreciated.

    • Other Fees

      None

    • Parking

      Included on-site

    • Cellular Signal

      Limited

    • Wi-Fi Signal

      Strong

    • Minimum Age for Children

      10

    • Additional Guests

      $248.20/night per additional person

    • Suggested items to bring with you

      Comfortable shoes

    • Reservation and Cancellation Policy

      All canceled reservations received 31 or more days prior to arrival are subject to a 10% cancellation penalty. 

       

      Reservations canceled within 30 days of the scheduled arrival date are subject to a 50% penalty.

       

      Reservations canceled within 15 days of the scheduled arrival date are subject to a 100% penalty and are responsible for the entire stay and will forfeit all payments.

    • Pet Policy

      Pets are not allowed at this property.

  • Location

    How Do I Get There?

    1. Turn off the N14 (Upington/Springbok) onto the R64/R359
    2. Continue 20km past Augrabies/Augrabies Falls turn-off; after 7km you will see Dundi Lodge and the Dundi Airstrip/hanger on your left.
    3. Continue straight on for 10km – until the road surface becomes gravel
    4. Continue straight for 31km straight along the dirt road – travel carefully, especially if you are not used to gravel road driving
    5. You will approach farm houses, some sheds and stock pens – follow the road as it turns sharply to the right (Signage: Schuidtdrift/Southern Farms)
    6. Continue for 5km to a farm house on your right with green roof (Sign: Schuidtdrift)
    7. Turn right through the gates – Tutwa staff will be there to transfer you to the lodge which is 7km further.

    View Google Maps