Tintswalo Lapalala forms part of the Tintswalo Lodges portfolio, a luxurious collection of Four- and Five-star accommodations for those seeking authentic African adventures, while still appreciating the ethos, quality and service that each of Tintswalo’s perfectly located flagship destinations have become known for.

The expansive Lapalala Wilderness Reserve is a private sanctuary just shy of 50 000 hectares that features an abundance of wildlife, bird species and breath-taking views.

Every bride dreams of her wedding day and to get married at Tintswalo Lapalala will be a unique bush experi- ence. What sets Tintswalo Lodges apart is the flexibility with wedding arrangements, as well as the magical wilderness that the Lapalala has to offer.

An experience beyond a Big 5 safari, here guests may also participate in the conservation projects or explore early Iron Age and sites to learn more about the ancient bushmen paintings. Other leisure activities include sunset cruises, fishing or simply relaxing with a lavish picnic set up along the banks of the Palala River.

~ 1 Intimate weddings of up to 6 people will be charged per person per night. Larger weddings of up to 20 people will be required to book exclusivity of the lodge for a minimum 2-night stay.

THE MAIN LOdGE Cost: Priced per wedding and number of expected guests. A fully immersive nature lover’s experience. Plant your roots under a mystical 100-year-old tree and return to the lodge to celebrate your nuptials overlooking the busy waterhole. For a wedding party of 6-20 guests, we will require a full lodge take over to use the main area.

BARGE WEddING FOR THE AdVENTURE AT HEART Cost: R5 000 - excluding the accommodation cost. For an intimate wedding party of 2- 8 max. Enjoy a 360-degree water view with hippos and crocodiles joining you as guests. This is a unique photographic opportunity for this once in a lifetime event, which can be combined with a bush dinner.

LOOKOUT dECK Cost: R7 000 - excluding the accommodation cost. Nothing beats an African sunset, why not make it the focal point of your special day with views spanning across the Lapalala Reserve. This is great for 6-20 guests. Indulge in an authentic African dining experience while enjoying the milky way over the Lapalala Wilderness Reserve. Photo opportunity at Rapula rock.

*All above venue options will be quoted per wedding, number of guests that will be attending the wedding, accommodation and catering requirements. Please contact our General Manager for more information and finer wedding details. *All outside venues are weather dependent, alternative arrangements will be made if the weather is not conducive.

~ 2 Package 1 - Two-Night Package Day 1: Pre-Wedding Day • This is our designated setup day if you have exclusive use of the lodge from 14h00. • Delivery of décor on pre-wedding day. • All guests checking in to the 8 beautiful suites will be welcomed with welcome cocktails. The lodge offers accommodation for 20 guests. • Guests will depart on an afternoon safari and thereafter will be welcomed back to the lodge. • Boma dinner with all the guests.

Day 2: Wedding day • Delivery of florals from 12h00 on your wedding day (we do not have walk-in coolers for the flowers). • Optional early morning game drive. • Sparkling wine breakfast for the wedding guests. • Spa treatment for the bride and groom, a 60-minute Matla massage each. • Lunch platters served in guests’ rooms (if main deck is booked for the wedding ceremony). • Canapes and sparkling wine for the bridal suite. • Transfers to and from the venue. • Wedding Meal. A selection of 3 canapes and a three-course plated set menu or boma dinner. The chef will design it around your preferences. • Romantic turndown for the bridal suite.

Day 3: Departure Day • Optional early morning game drive. • Bush breakfast. • Transfer to the gate at 11am

~ 3 Inclusions • 50% off two nights’ accommodation in our Maasai Suite for the bride and groom. • Coordination and planning of the wedding day. • Tintswalo décor, Tintswalo furniture, Tintswalo arch & draping and Tintswalo candles. • 60-minute Matla massage for the bride and groom. • Safari vehicle decorated for the wedding ceremony transport. • Meals for inhouse guests. • All staffing until midnight.

Exclusions • All beverages and alcohol. • Transfers outside of scheduled times. • Marriage officer, or priest to officiate. • Legal paperwork and marriage certificate. • Photographer. • Hairdresser and make-up artist. • Wedding cake and flowers. • Choir or dance group. • Corkage of R150 per bottle. • Fairy light package. • Additional spa treatments. • Décor specially requested to be hired in. • R3 000 per hour for staffing after midnight. • R5 000 breakages deposit. All breakages charged at replacement value. • Wedding meals are priced at R220 per person, if desired menu is not within range, a meal surcharge will apply.

~ 4 Wedding Suite Options - Maassai or Turkana Superior Luxury Tents The Superior Luxury Tents each have a spacious bedroom, a small lounge area and a large separate bath- room tent. Each with a large private verandah and private plunge pool.

The tents are located away from the lodge, offer privacy and have direct access to the main lodge via the raised wooden walkways.

Room type: Luxury king-size suite and a large separate bathroom tent with a tub and shower.

Tintswalo Lapalala Suites Six tented suites and one 2-bedroom luxury suite overlooking a large plain with a watering hole that is frequently visited by wildlife. The suites are linked to each other and to the main lodge by raised wooden walkways.

• 4 Luxury Tented Suites with indoor and outdoor showers as well as an outside bath, private plunge pool and fireplaces (two of these suites can sleep a family of four). • 2 Superior Luxury Tents, each with a spacious bedroom, a small lounge area and a large separate bathroom tent. The suites have an outside shower. • 1 Superior Luxury Suite with 2-bedrooms and en-suite bathrooms.

* All the suites have large private decks and plunge pools.

~ 5 Guarantees • The final attendance count must be given to the Tintswalo wedding planner thirty days prior to the wedding. • A credit card will be held on file with authorization to complete the final payment after the wedding is complete. • In the event that a guarantee is not provided thirty days prior to the wedding, the estimated guest count on the initial agreement, banquet attendance number or the actual number of guests will apply, whichever is greater.

Cancellations • The advanced deposit is non-refundable. • Any function cancelled less than 90 days prior to the event is subject to 100% payment of the total estimated cost. • Refer to your agreement for cancellation dates and amounts. • Booking reservation to six months of wedding date – 20% cancellation fee. • Six months to three months before your wedding date – 50% cancellation fee of full venue hire. • Three months to your wedding date – 100% fee cancellation of full venue hire.

*The cancellation policy will be strictly adhered to by Management and the Owners of Tintswalo.

~ 6 Wedding Enquiries at Tintswalo Lapalala [email protected]

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