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There was so much we loved about Tuningi on our safari to Madikwe: the beautiful 75,000 hectare malaria-free game reserve, eating meals on the deck beside the waterhole and the fantastic family atmosphere amongst the staff. And we’re pleased to say that following its renovation all of our favourite elements are only enhanced with slick interiors and a greater connection between indoors and out.
What’s Tuningi really like?
Tuningi’s four Luxury Suites and two sprawling Family Suites are just kept the right side of contemporary with earthy textures and natural hues. Screen doors ensure the indoors seems outdoors with private plunge pools beckining guests out on their private deck. There are huge bathrooms with tubs big enough for a hippo to wallow in and glorious outdoor showers for wonderful starlit washing. The rooms are scattered across quite a large area so generally feel pretty private too.
Over in the main lodge there’s a pool and free flowing indoor and outdoor lounges sporting some very comfortable sofas that we snuggled up in for a few hours. New walkways connect the deck to a charming boma nestled under an ancient fig tree – ideal for enjoying a wholesome meal al fresco after the day’s adventures. There’s also bar with island fireplace that offers a modern backdrop for those quintessential safari fireside chats.
What can I do at Tuningi?
The real action here is on the game drives, heading out in four wheel drive vehicles for game drives in Madikwe each morning and afternoon – or catching the action from their underground hide for breathtakingly close up and personal encounters with the animals in their natural habitat. This area of the reserve is just wonderful with beautiful hills and hardly any other game drive vehicles around, giving a true sense of the African wilderness.
Tuningi is also one of the few lodges in a Big 5 reserve that caters specifically for families, welcoming children aged 6 years and up. Children are kept busy with activities such as treasure hunts for natural items collected from the bush. Bush Bumbles are also offered for kids who do not go on game drive and baby sitting services are also available.
Giving back at Tuningi:
The Tuningi team are enthusiastic supporters of their local community, and have adopted a local pre-school which guests can bring gifts for via the Pack for a Purpose scheme. Even the smallest donation can make a huge difference, so just let us know if you have a little extra room in your suitcase!
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