Mashatu Game Reserve: Cycling
Mashatu, located on the Northern Tuli Game Reserve of Botswana, and bordering South Africa, is a game reserve which boasts savannah, forests, and vast marshlands. The largest private game reserve in South Africa at 75,000 acres, Mashatu is home to the largest elephant population on private land in the world, in addition to lions, leopards, giraffes, hyenas, cheetahs, zebras, and over 350 different species of birds. Each visit to a game reserve follows its own schedule, which is largely dependent on wildlife and weather conditions.
DAY ONE
Arrive in Johannesburg this afternoon, and spend the evening in a hotel on the outskirts of the city. Dine locally and prepare for your early morning departure.
Overnight Johannesburg Airport City Lodge
DAY TWO
This morning, collect your rental car and drive to your meeting point on the South African side of Pont Drift Border Post, and, once the border formalities are complete, you’ll prepare your bikes, load the support vehicle, and enjoy a light lunch before biking to your first wilderness camp. As you cycle through the roaming grounds of lion, African elephant, Cape buffalo, leopard and rhinoceros you will be accompanied by 2 armed rangers as well as a following back up vehicle.
After an exhilarating afternoon ride, arrive to chilled drinks, a hot bucket shower, and a wholesome dinner prepared over an open fire. A simple yet fully equipped wilderness camp provides for a much-needed night's rest under starlit skies.
Overnight in Camp
DAY THREE
Awake this morning to fresh brewed coffee and a breakfast of fresh fruits and homemade breads, after which you’ll prepare your bikes for today’s ride over uncharted terrains, testing your biking abilities over rocky outcrops, sandy riverbeds, and open plains.
Break for tea and a cold drink along the route, arriving back at camp in time for lunch before an afternoon siesta. In the late afternoon, you’ll have the opportunity to ride or drive to a nearby sundowner point.
Overnight in Camp
DAY FOUR
This morning, bike across changing landscapes towards your final camp.
A pasta lunch and hot showers welcome weary legs, with an opportunity for you to sit back and relax. After an afternoon of leisure, head off on a short walk to a nearby cliff for a stunning sundowner. Return to an open fire-prepared meal, after which a restful night's sleep under the stars will conclude your safari.
Overnight in Camp
DAY FIVE
A fresh breakfast this morning brings the safari to an end. Drive your rental car back to Johannesburg.
For a chance to view the reserve’s incredible wildlife at close range, we recommend an additional night at the camp, leaving time for a short safari from a game-viewing vehicle.
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*Price is subject to change due to date and time of year of booking as well as to currency fluctuation. The price is only an estimate at this time and an accurate costing will be provided when itineraries are chosen and submitted. Prices are based on double occupancy.
Inclusions:
- Accommodation Johnannesburg 1 night
- Camping accommodation 3 nights
- Rental car – economy model, 4 days
- specialist guiding & support vehicle
- Bicycle rental
- Transfers to and from the Limpopo Valley Airfield and the Pont Drift Border Post at scheduled times.
- Days 3-5: Breakfast
- Days 3 & 4: Lunch
- Days 2-4: Dinner
Exclusions:
- International or Domestic Airfare
- Optional additional night at Mashatu Game Reserve
- Passport, visa, immigration fees
- Personal items, such as alcoholic beverages and laundry
- Baggage/accident/travel insurance
- gratuities
Please Note:
- We recommend that our clients consult their General Practitioner or Travel Clinic for advice on necessary vaccinations or medicines depending on the region to which they are traveling.
- All guests are strongly advised to take out comprehensive travel insurance covering them for all personal effects, personal accident, medical and emergency travel expenses, cancellation, and curtailment.
- Self-drive passengers renting a car are required to carry a valid international driver's license.



