Prepare for an unforgettable wildlife photography experience at Mashatu, located in Botswana’s Northern Tuli Game Reserve. This October, they are introducing the luxurious Lala Limpopo Sleepout Hide, a new overnight photographic hideaway designed in collaboration with C4 Photo Safaris and professional photographer Shem Compion.
The hide seamlessly blends into the natural landscape, offering a secluded environment where photography enthusiasts can observe animals from dusk till dawn. The waterhole, previously known as Pete’s Pond, has been a popular spot for wildlife, attracting elephants, various other animals, and birds. The hide provides a thrilling opportunity to witness these creatures up close, sometimes just meters away, with eye-level views through its windows.
To enhance both day and night photography, the hide incorporates innovative, non-intrusive lighting around the waterhole. Sensors alert guests to nocturnal activity, and a comprehensive control panel allows for adjustments to lighting settings, including side, front, and back lighting, color temperature, and angle. Photographers are encouraged to bring a full range of lenses, from wide-angle to ultra-zoom, for capturing stunning shots.
The Lala Limpopo Sleepout Hide accommodates up to four photographers or guests and is available for exclusive booking. It features a small kitchen, a lounge/dining area, a full bathroom with shower facilities, and a separate bedroom for a tour leader, Mashatu ranger, or C4 guide who will be on hand for safety, advice, and photography tips. Guests can also edit photos between sessions and enjoy a small outdoor courtyard at the rear entrance, perfect for soaking up the sun without disturbing the wildlife.
The Lala Limpopo Sleepout Hide aims to raise the standard for wildlife photography, following in the footsteps of Mashatu’s other renowned underground hide, Matebole, which gained global recognition in photography circles. This new hide aims to surpass this benchmark, offering an unparalleled sleepout safari suite experience.
An opening special of 50% off is available for October and November 2024. The hide will then close from December 2024 to February 2025 during the rainy season, reopening on March 1, 2025. Rates are set at $450 per person sharing per night, $650 for a private room, or $1,600 to book the entire hide for exclusive use. Lala Limpopo can be booked as an additional activity for guests staying at any of Mashatu’s camps, including Euphorbia Mashatu, Kolokolo Safari Home, Mashatu Lodge, Tuli Safari Lodge Mashatu, Mashatu Tent Camp, and Shalimpo Safari Home.
