About this property
Elegant Accommodation: Tutwa Desert Lodge in Augrabies offers an adults-only lodge experience with a sun terrace, garden, and a year-round outdoor swimming pool. Guests enjoy free WiFi, air-conditioning, and mountain views. Dining and Leisure: The romantic restaurant serves African cuisine with halal, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Outdoor seating areas provide relaxing spaces. A bar offers a variety of beverages. Comfort and Services: Private check-in and check-out, a paid shuttle service, and a lounge enhance the stay. Free on-site private parking is available. Guests appreciate the attentive staff and excellent service.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Restaurant
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
- Breakfast
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Lesley
United Kingdom“Everything. The lodge is beautifully decorated and in a very peaceful location. The Staff were exceptionally helpful and friendly. The food was excellent. The chef is incredible. His breakfast fruit and cheese platters were a work of art. We had...” - Michael
South Africa“The setting was tranquil , while the accommodation was luxurious with great views The staff were amazing . That were courteous , competent and attentive to all our needs. The food was outstanding too.” 
Monica South Africa“What an absolute pleasure it was to stay at the lodge! The staff was amazing and truly accommodating. We could not enjoy our stay any more. Our game drives were fabulous, everyone went out of their way to make our anniversary one for the books!”- Teresa South Africa“From the moment we arrived, we were greeted by warm smiles and the most breathtaking surroundings and views - we felt right at home. The lodge is impeccable, with wonderful touches such as a huge fire place, cozy bar, wine room, and a large...”
- Wieneke
Netherlands“The remote location, the peace and quiet, the beautiful landscape, the comfortable room, the wonderful staff, the food, everything was in place to have a very relaxing 3 nights.” - Rosie South Africa“The unique remotate location was magnificent. Our room was spacious , comfortable and beautifully furnished. Humphrey was a charming and knowledgeable guide who made sure the drives were informative. Great food”
- Tracy South Africa“It was very clean and well run and the staff were exceptional”
- Doug South Africa“The staff were amazing,they seemed to be there every second,the food was 1st class .”
- Trevor South Africa“A unique environment of desert mountains and river a short drive away. Fabulous scenery and opportunity to see some wild life. Springbok, Oryx and Eland came to join us for dinner every night. Excellent staff with consistently friendly attitude....”
- Rose South Africa“An oasis in the Northern Cape alongside the Orange River. Beautiful desolate stark rocky landscapes and views. Spectacular afternoon thunderstorms. A stunning lodge which we luckily had to ourselves. Norman our guide, Mpho, the manager, and the...”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant
- CuisineAfrican
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceRomantic
- Dietary optionsHalal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
House rules
Child policies
Children older than 10 years are welcome.
Children 14 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Tutwa Desert Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.
