Tuli Block Safari – Tailor-Made Botswana Itineraries

Situated in the far east of Botswana lies the Northern Tuli Game Reserve which shares unfenced boundaries with Zimbabwe and South Africa.

Known as the “land of giants” for its expansive vistas, towering baobabs, and eponymous Mashatu trees, the Mashatu Reserve is our favorite reserve in the Tuli Block, and we highly recommend exploring. The many hillocks are the perfect perch to experience outstanding panoramic views as you explore over 70,000+ acres of this special cross-boundary conservation area.

Two giraffes face each other and intertwine their long necks in the dry bush of Botswana's Tuli Block.

A southern ground hornbill with a vivid red face stands on a branch in Botswana's Tuli Block.

White water lilies bloom on the surface of a dark green lily pond in Botswana's Tuli Block.

Why visit Tuli Block Game Reserves?

At the confluence of the Limpopo and Shashe Rivers, the varied landscapes – which range from savannah, to plains and sandstone outcroppings, to riverine forests and marshlands – draw a plethora of wildlife to this area. Do note that rhino and buffalo do not call this area home. If rhinos and/or buffaloes are must-sees, then you might want to consider other parks.

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At the confluence of the Limpopo and Shashe Rivers, the varied landscapes – which range from savannah, to plains and sandstone outcroppings, to riverine forests and marshlands – draw a plethora of wildlife to this area. Do note that rhino and buffalo do not call this area home. If rhinos and/or buffaloes are must-sees, then you might want to consider other parks.
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For serious horseback riders or campers, consider a multi-night horseback safari, criss-crossing this enchanting and wild terrain. The horses don’t alert the game to your presence, which makes it easier to spot lion, giraffe, eland, and massive herds of elephant from up close. You may also come upon cheetahs, jackals, foxes and wildcats in this area that is chock full of predators and prey, as well as prolific birdlife.
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However, Tuli is not all about the wildlife, impressive as it may be. This region is of incredible archaeological and cultural/historical importance, from ancient stories and tribal gatherings, to more recent British colonial history/battles, to contemporary village life.

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Other areas to explore

A visit to Tuli puts you within easy reach of many other beautiful and fascinating parts of Southern Africa.

Elephant swims in calm river water beside a small boat, trunk lifted above the surface in the evening light.

Chobe National Park

Botswana‘s Chobe National Park and the Savute area are renowned for great herds of elephant that come to drink and play along the sandy riverbanks of the Chobe River.

Three mokoro canoes glide through Okavango channels at sunset, leaving ripples between grassy islands below.

Okavango Delta

An Okavango Delta safari is one of the most unique safari experiences in Botswana and all of Africa. The region marks one of the world’s only inland Deltas, fed by rivers that rush down from Angola and create a braided waterway system from June to September.

Victoria Falls

Victoria Falls, the seventh wonder of the world, is located across the Falls from Livingstone, its sister town in Zambia. Activities abound and range from super active – bungee jumping, canoeing, whitewater rafting, to the more serene – river safaris, fishing and sunset cruises on the Zambezi River.