Tutwa Desert Lodge

Tutwa Desert Lodge is situated on 16 000 hectare private game reserve, in between the barren Green Kalahari and mighty Orange River in the Northern Cape. The cool, spacious interiors of the lodge provides an oasis of tranquil luxury and offers a unique and private wildlife experience. This rewarding wilderness encounter features safari drives, nature paddles, birding and interactive conservation experiences. The colours of Tutwa Lodge are organic and muted, with polished floors, high ceilings and original artworks. The cool, spacious interiors of the lodge offer a serene sanctuary in the vast and untamed environment. Natural game paths pass the lodge, and it’s likely antelope, giraffe, zebra and other African game may wander past. There 5 Verandah Suites, 2 Upstairs Suites and 2 Annex Suites. All our suites are spacious, air-conditioned and dressed with fine linens, with full bathrooms, personal bathrobes and indulgent amenities. All suites have their own verandas and or balconies offering landscape and mountain views of the beautiful Green Kalahari. Situated in the remote, north eastern mineral-rich region of South Africa, and bordering on the border of Namibia’s border the Northern Cape is a vast, sparsely populated region of wide open spaces, spectacular scenery and an ancient heritage. Tutwa is actively engaged in a leopard protection project, in addition to other conservation initiatives aimed to conserve the natural flora and fauna of this fragile environment. The lodge is also committed to conservation on the Orange River, as Tutwa's river activities and excursions offer guests world class adventure in a pristine wilderness area.