Leroo La Tau | Kalahari Desert Lodges

Introduction

Leroo La Tau is built on cliffs over 15m high above this arid riverbed, and in the dry season, wildlife concentrates around the water hole in front of the lodge. The main reception and lounge area of located on the top of these cliffs, so the raised vantage point ensures unsurpassed views of these desert inhabitants as they congregate below to quench their terrible thirst.

However, this Makgadikgadi Lodge is not only about lion, zebra and wildebeest, the lodge also boasts Chobe bushbuck, leopard, brown and spotted hyena, impala, kudu, jackal, porcupine, genet and caracal, to name but a few.

Also, there is the possibility of seeing the rare white rhinoceros. Unique, however, are the crocodiles and an amazing pod of hippo which have survived in extremely adverse conditions for over 12 years.

The hugely contrasting seasons and terrain make this area of the Makgadikgadi a unique haven for large herds and predators alike.

Activities

The lodge offers both scheduled guided day and night game drives. Depending on the water levels of the Boteti River, boat activities can also be provided. Optional cultural excursions can be arranged to visit Khumaga Village, as can guided nature walks in the area surrounding the lodge.

Leroo La Tau translates as 'lion's paw', but although the surrounding area features abundant lion, zebra and wildebeest, it also boasts Chobe bushbuck, leopard, cheetah, brown- and spotted-hyena, impala, kudu, jackal, porcupine, genet and caracal, to name but a few. In addition, there is also the possibility of seeing the rare white rhinoceros.

Please note: Due to their remote location within the Makgadikgadi Pans National Park, the physical Makgadikgadi Pans are not visited on daily scheduled activities from Leroo La Tau.