Eastern Botswana
The east of Botswana is not necessarily popular for hosting the tourist highlights of the country, however, on closer inspection, travellers will find some nice insider tips. The larger cities such as Francistown or Gaborone, are also not really the most exciting cities in Africa, but some nice spots can be found as well. Archaeologically, the east of Botswana has much to offer, including rock paintings and archaeological sites.
While most parts of Botswana are flat and rather unexciting, there are some scenic areas to the east of Botswana, most notably the Northern Tuli Game Reserve (Tuli Block).
As in the rest of Botswana, the climate of the East is characterized by pleasantly mild winters with almost no rain and warm to hot summers with heavy rainfall occuring ever now and then.
The eastern part of Botswana is much more industrialized and urbanized and has a much higher population density than the rest of the country. Wildlife is less common here. In the parks of this region, however, there are a variety of wildlife species, for example the world's largest elephant population on private land.
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The Northern Tuli Game Reserve (often referred to as the Tuli Block) is one of Botswana's best-kept secrets. An alliance of several private concessions in the far east of Botswana froms one of the largest private game reserves in Southern Africa..
The Khama Rhino Sanctuary is a nice stop over in eastern Botswana, where you can see the endangered white and black rhinoceros. In addition to the rhinos, you can also observe jackals, wildebeests, various antelopes, giraffes, ostriches and many other animals.
View of an Euphorbia Mashatu villa © Mashatu
Euphorbia Mashatu is a very luxurious eco-camp in the Mashatu Game Reserve. The dream location on a cliff and hidden under towering Euphorbia candelabra trees is like a well-protected nest and offers majestic views of the tranquil gorge and the Majale river. Airy common areas with cosy nooks and spa treatments invite the guests to relax and meditate.
Communal area of the Kolokolo Safari Home © Mashatu
The newly renovated Kolokolo Safari Home designed for exclusive-use is situated in the Pitsani area of the Northern Tuli Game Reserve. Set in a tranquil garden that spans to the banks of the Limpopo River is this 5-star home ideal for family and friends to enjoy both the privacy of a luxury bush stay and an exciting game reserve experience.
Reception of Masa Square Hotel © aha Hotels & Lodges
Masa Square Hotel is a first class city hotel in Gaborone about 20 minutes away from Sir Seretse Khama International Airport. The 85 standard rooms and 44 club rooms are nicely furnished and have air conditioning, a minibar and safe, shower, TV and WiFi.
Lounge of the Mashatu Lodge © Mashatu
The family-friendly Mashatu Lodge is located on the eastern fringes of the Kalahari Desert in the private Mashatu Game Reserve and is easily accessible by car. The rhythm of nature and wildlife as well as the personal preferences of the guests determine the daily routine at the lodge. Between exciting safaris, you can cool off in one of the large pools, watch the activities at the waterhole, enjoy a spa treatment or browse the gift shop.
Tent patio with a view of the bush © Mashatu
Mashatu Tent Camp is located in the private Mashatu Game Reserve and offers the ultimate bush experience for guests seeking the luxury of a natural environment. Instead of the roar of air conditioning, you can listen to the multi-voiced chorus of the wilderness in the bush outside your tent. The camp's plunge pool offers a welcome respite from the heat of the day and the thatched open lounge overlooking the busy waterhole is the perfect place to relax and chat after an exciting safari.
View of the river plain © Mashatu
Shalimpo Safari Home is secluded on a hill in the eastern corner of the Northern Tuli Game Reserve. This thatched and fully solar-powered self-catering holiday home offers stunning mountain views of the Shashe and Limpopo floodplains in the border triangle of Botswana, Zimbabwe and South Africa.
Lounge and main area © Tuli Safari Lodge
Tuli Safari Lodge in the Tuli Block offers luxury accommodation in eight tented suites and two classic suites. The suites are erected on wooden wrap-around decks and provide provide a relaxing outdoor space with views over the Tuli grounds. All suites feature a large island bed, lounge area, freestanding bath and shower area and tea/coffee facilities.
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