Tarkuni Lodge, Tswalu

Tarkuni Lodge is a fabulously opulent safari lodge nestled between two mountain ranges in the private Tswalu Kalahari Game Reserve in South Africa. The lodge, previously the famous Oppenheimer family's personal private home, has been redesigned to accommodate just 10 guests, and is the perfect destination for private groups and families. Elegant and serene, the lodge comprises 5 magnificent suites, each outfitted with en-suite bathrooms, outdoor showers, outdoor star beds, and two lounges with open fireplaces. The experience is made even more exclusive by the fact that a host, personal chef, private game vehicle, personal field guide and tracker are provided for guests. The lodge is located within a “green” section of the renowned Kalahari desert, which abounds with wildlife. The rolling dunes are home to more than 80 species of mammals, around 240 bird species, and a plethora of insect species. The magnificent black-maned Kalahari lions will stand out long in guests’ memories.

Why we like it

Ulta-luxurious, exclusive and opulent; Black-maned Kalahari lions; Personal chef, vehicle and field guide