14 Day Botswana Lodge Self-Drive.

Thamalakane River Lodge is ideally located an easy 20-minute drive from Maun Airport en route to the famous Moremi Game Reserve. It is a secluded haven of tranquility nestled in a grove of mature riverine trees on the bank of the Thamalakane River. The rambling lodge has an idyllic setting and is committed to service excellence.

Character en-suite stone chalets, are positioned in the shade of the riverine forest, overlooking the river. All chalets and common areas have terraces that take advantage of the serene 180 degree view of the riverbanks lined with fluttering reeds visited by an ever changing array of water fowl and birds.

It is a delightful place to come home to after a day spent exploring.

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Thamalakane River lodge view View next to the pool

Thamalakane River lodge swimming pool Swimming pool area

Thamalakane River lodge entrance to restaurant Entrance to restaurant

Babbler Chalets

Sleeping 2 adults on double or twin beds.

The spacious chalet interiors have a feature stone wall with an en-suite bathroom consisting of a shower, hand-basin and toilet.

Property Facilities

24-hour Security, Bar, Eco Friendly, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Private Vehicle (Available), Restaurant, Secure Parking

Room Facilities

Complimentary Wi-Fi, Disabled Rooms, Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Fan, Internet Access (Complimentary), Mosquito Nets, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah, Wheelchair Friendly

Available Services

Airport Shuttle (Available), Credit Card Facilities

Activities on Site

Big 5, Bird Watching, Boating, Fishing, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Helicopter Scenic Flights, Horse Riding, Horse-back Safaris, Massages, Mokoro Excursion, Safaris, Scenic Flights, Sleep Outs, Walks (Guided), Wildlife Tours

Activities Nearby

Big 5, Bird Watching, Boat Cruises, Boating, Child Friendly Activities, Cultural Tours, Game Drives, Game Walks, General Sightseeing, Helicopter Rides, Helicopter Scenic Flights, Hiking, Horse Riding, Horse-back Safaris, Mokoro Excursion, River Cruises, Safaris, Scenic Flights

Tucked in the heart of the friendly rural village of Khwai, at the doorstep of the Moremi Game Reserve, Khwai Guest House opens the door to a true African experience, offering a pristine immersion into Botswana’s unique nature and culture.

Welcoming guests in 6 ensuite bungalows, and 2 family units (2 en-suite rooms with an inter-leading lounge area). Khwai Guest House offers a cosy nest from which to experience the traditional lifestyle of this small community set amongst one of the most spectacular wilderness locations of Botswana.

Guests will have the choice between being completely independent and exploring this stunning destination on their own, or joining some of the many activities we offer: game drives in Moremi Game Reserve or in the Khwai concession, traditional dugout canoe (Mokoro) excursions on a channel bordering the game reserve, night drives, cultural tour and encounter of the Khwai community.

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Standard Bungalow Family Unit

Khwai Guest House encompasses 6 newly refurbished thatched bungalows inspired by traditional housing prevalent in Botswana rural communities.

The rooms provide a warm and modern appeal, comfy beds, rustic wooden features and a charming original deco. They all feature attached bathrooms with open-air showers.

Each bungalow includes:

∞ Twin / double bedroom accommodating for 2 guests (on request: extra bedroll for a child)
∞ Desk & seat
∞ Shelves
∞ Wooden chests
∞ Fan
∞ Safe
∞ Ensuite bathroom, open-air showers, toiletry and bath linen

Khwai Guest House has 2 family units, well suited for group and family travel.

Each room includes:

∞ Twin / double room (on request: extra bedroll for a child)
∞ Desk & seat
∞ Shelves
∞ Wooden chests
∞ Fan
∞ Safe
∞ Ensuite bathroom, shower, toiletry and bath linen

Property Facilities

Activity Desk, Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Communal Dining, Eco Friendly, Pool

Room Facilities

Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Fan, Mosquito Nets, Outside Shower, Safe, Shower

Available Services

Credit Card Facilities

Activities on Site

Bird Watching, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Mokoro Excursion, Night Drives, Walks (Guided)

Activities Nearby

Game Drives, Game Viewing, Mokoro Excursion

Located high on the edge of a rocky ridge overlooking the famous Chobe River is the newly developed Chobe Elephant Camp. This uniquely designed lodge has been built to take advantage of the incredible views overlooking the sweeping floodplains while offering a comfortable refuge from the harsh African conditions.

Entirely built out of sandbags from the red Kalahari sands that dominate the northern part of Botswana, this eco-friendly lodge presents an original design reminiscent of traditional African farmsteads and can accommodate up to 36 guests in eleven chalets. All rooms are en-suite with both indoor and outdoor showers and have private verandas to fully enjoy the views and surroundings. The lodge also boasts a large open-plan main area featuring a cosy arrangement of couches, bar, dining area and reading corner, along with a swimming pool with viewing deck onto a private water hole.

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Chalet

Chalet

Our Chalets offer high comfort with the feel and look of the traditional Farmstead located in the African wilderness. Polished floors, exposed wooden beams and weathered furniture capture this rustic charm. Located high on the edge of a rocky ridge the chalets provide an amazing view over the floodplains of the famous Chobe River.

All Chalets have been built from the same Red Kalahari Sand that dominates the northern part of Botswana. The walls are made out of sandbags which serve as a great natural insulation barrier and keep the rooms cool during hot days and warm during cold nights. All the construction timber and furniture is manufactured from renewable wood sources or from reclaimed wood. To heat water we are using the sun’s energy. Our goal is to keep the carbon footprint as small as possible, while at the same time never compromising guest comfort.

With 14 twin rooms and 2 family suites, Chobe Elephant Camp can comfortably accommodate 36 guests. All rooms are en-suite with both indoor and outdoor showers. The whole lodge has been designed to take advantage of the spectacular views over the Chobe River, so whether you choose to relax on your private veranda, read a book in the lounge, have a drink at the bar or cool off in the pool, the vista will always be there to enjoy.

Property Facilities

Bar, Communal Dining, Eco Friendly, Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Library, Meal on Request, Pool, Secure Parking

Room Facilities

Air Conditioning, Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Fan, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Outside Shower, Safe, Shower, Verandah

Available Services

Airport Shuttle (Available), Airport Shuttle (Complimentary)

Activities on Site

Bird Watching, Boating, Canoeing, Game Drives, Game Viewing, High Tea, Safaris

Activities Nearby

Bird Watching, Boat Cruises, Cultural Tours, Game Drives, Game Viewing, General Sightseeing, River Cruises, Safaris

Chobe River Lodge is located in the small town of Kasane, on the Chobe River in Northern Botswana. The lodge is five minutes by boat from the Chobe National Park and approximately eight minutes by vehicle.

There are many fine Lodges in Kasane, however most have over a hundred rooms, Chobe River Lodge has twelve. Very personal service - we do our own actvities - we have our private jetty.

Chobe River Lodge, a four star lodge with five star commitment.

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The Garden Lodge View of the lodge from the Chobe River side

The Garden Lodge Outside lounge by the pool

The Garden Lodge Pool and restaurant at night

The Garden Lodge View over the garden and the Chobe River

The Garden Lodge Boat Cruise into Chobe National Park

The Garden Lodge Entertainment area with restaurant, upstairs bar, and pool

Luxury Riverview Room downstairs

Spacious double or twin room with en-suite bathroom and verandah overlooking the Chobe River. Beds can be made into two single beds or one king size bed. Air conditioning, free wifi, coffee making facility, and all needed toiletries including a hair dryer.

Property Facilities

24-hour Security, Bar, Communal Dining, Eco Friendly, Laundry Service (Available), Meal on Request, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Private Vehicle (Available), Restaurant, Secure Parking, Skype Phones, Spa

Room Facilities

Air Conditioning, Complimentary Wi-Fi, En-Suite, Hair Dryer, Lounge Area, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah, Wheelchair Friendly

Available Services

Airport Shuttle (Available), Airport Shuttle (Complimentary), Credit Card Facilities

Activities on Site

Bird Watching, Boating, Fishing, Game Drives, Game Viewing, High Tea, Massages, Safaris, Scenic Flights, Wildlife Tours

Activities Nearby

Adrenaline Activities, Animal Encounters, Bird Watching, Boat Cruises, Boating, Boules, Cultural Tours, Elephant-back Safaris, Fishing, Fly Fishing, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Hot Air Ballooning, Massages, River Cruises, Safaris, Scenic Flights, Tennis Court, Wildlife Tours

Victoria Falls Boat Cruise into Chobe National Park Game drive into Chobe National Park

Victoria Falls is an hour and a half drive from the lodge.

Why not take advantage of your stay and let us arrange a day visit for you.

Daily boat cruise into Chobe National Park. A very special experience as all game is coming to the water's edge to drink. Get close to herds of elephants, crocodile, hippos and all other animals coming to the water. Watch out for the fantastic birdlife.

On our daily game drive into Chobe National Park Elephants by the hundreds, herds of buffalo, different type of antelopes, giraffes, and even lion and leopard are regular sights. Not to mention the amazing bird life with over 400 different species.

Our Restaurant

Breakfast is a continental buffet with the option of a cooked breakfast. Lunches are a la carte with a variety of salads, warm dishes, cheeses and cold meats. Dinner is a set menu. We serve starter, main course and dessert.

Our bread is home made as are many of our jams and honeys. We are happy to meet your dietary requirements and preferences. Your professional guide will join you for breakfast and take the opportunity to discuss your day's activities.

All guests and managers sit together for meals, making for great conversations and new friendships. However, should you prefer a private table, please let a staff member know.

Elephant Sands is a bush lodge and campsite located in the northeastern part of Botswana and features a natural waterhole right in front attracting various wild animals. Accommodation at the property 20 en-suite tents and 8 en-suite chalets around the water hole. The rooms are comfy and uniquely set up to bring guests closer to nature. Guests can also partake in bush walks, bush braai, game drives, and mountain biking.

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Property Facilities

Bar, Barbeque Facilities, Battery Charging Facilities, Eco Friendly, Laundry Service (Available), Pool

Room Facilities

Balcony / Deck, Bath, Cooking Equipment, Detached Private Bathroom, En-Suite, Fan, Mosquito Nets, Pure Cotton Linen, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah

Activities on Site

Elephant Interaction, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks

Situated close to the village of Gweta, 290 km from Francistown and 200 km from Maun, this family friendly camp accepts children of all ages. Planet Baobab combines style with comfort while remaining true to its African inspiration.

Accommodation provides different options at all price levels. Traditionally styled, beautifully painted Kalanga Huts with en-suite bathrooms or the shady campsite are a couple of accommodation options available.

The Africantastic ‘shebeen’ style central mess features a tasty bar menu, and when it heats up, cool off in the biggest coolest pool in the Kalahari.

Activities on offer all year round include: guided bush walks; traditional cattle post and village visits; incredibly friendly habituated meerkats; expeditions to Nxai Pan.

During the dry season (25th April to 31st October) activities include quad biking on the saltpans; a sleep out under the magnificent Makgadikgadi night sky. During the wet season (1st November to 24th April) visitors can witness the spectacular zebra and wildebeest migration experience.

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Bakalanga Hut(s)

Afro-chic interiors, Mosquito nets, African blankets and Crisp cotton sheets

Jumbo Junction, along with its new prized addition Bontsintsi Horse Safaris, offers an unforgetaable safari experience for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers. Positioned just 30km from the small town of Seronga on a peninsula bordering the Okavango Delta, the camp provides breathtaking views of several beautiful delta islands. With year-round activities to indulge in, Jumbo Junction is a rare place where rural communities coexist harmoniously with wildlife. Witnessing cattle roam freely alongside majestic wild game is a remarkable daily occurrence at Jumbo Junction.

Jumbo Junction provides easy access to a 100 000 hectare, unfenced concession just waiting to be explored. The concession, NG12, has a diverse range of wildlife and its remote location ensures that your game drive vehicle will probably be the only one at game sightings that you experience, a privilege not often found at other locations in the Delta.

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Jumbo Junction, Okavango Delta Credit: Jumbo Junction Okavango Delta Boat Safari

Jumbo Junction, Okavango Delta Credit: Bedelia Basson

Jumbo Junction, Okavango Delta Credit: James Du Toit

Jumbo Junction, Okavango Delta Credit: James Du Toit

Jumbo Junction, Okavango Delta Credit: James Du Toit

Jumbo Junction, Okavango Delta

Jumbo Junction, Okavango Delta Credit: Jumbo Junction Mokoro trips at Jumbo Junction

Jumbo Junction, Okavango Delta Credit: Jumbo Junction Boma area at the lodge

Jumbo Junction, Okavango Delta Credit: Jumbo Junction Leopard on a game drive

Jumbo Junction, Okavango Delta Credit: Jumbo Junction Elephants at Jumbo Junction

Jumbo Junction, Okavango Delta

Jumbo Junction, Okavango Delta Embark on a delta water adventure with a multitude of exhilarating activities awaiting you year-round!

Jumbo Junction, Okavango Delta

Jumbo Junction, Okavango Delta

Jumbo Junction, Okavango Delta

Jumbo Junction, Okavango Delta

Jumbo Junction, Okavango Delta

Jumbo Junction, Okavango Delta

Jumbo Junction, Okavango Delta

Jumbo Junction, Okavango Delta

Jumbo Junction, Okavango Delta

Jumbo Junction, Okavango Delta

Jumbo Junction, Okavango Delta

Jumbo Junction, Okavango Delta

Jumbo Junction, Okavango Delta

Jumbo Junction, Okavango Delta

Jumbo Junction, Okavango Delta

Jumbo Junction, Okavango Delta

Jumbo Junction, Okavango Delta

Jumbo Junction, Okavango Delta

Jumbo Junction, Okavango Delta

Jumbo Junction, Okavango Delta

Jumbo Junction, Okavango Delta

Jumbo Junction, Okavango Delta

Jumbo Junction, Okavango Delta

Jumbo Junction, Okavango Delta

Jumbo Junction, Okavango Delta

Jumbo Junction, Okavango Delta

Jumbo Junction, Okavango Delta

Jumbo Junction, Okavango Delta

Jumbo Tent

Twin beds, an en-suite basin and toilet with an outside shower. Tents have 220V power points and lighting. Pre-dinner drink around the fire with other guests before enjoying a freshly prepared, three course meal.

Property Facilities

Bar, Barbeque Facilities, Battery Charging Facilities, Communal Dining, Eco Friendly, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Restaurant, Secure Parking

Room Facilities

Balcony / Deck, Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Facilities, Laundry Service (Available), Shower, Verandah

Activities on Site

Bird Watching, Boating, Catch-and-release Fishing, Fishing, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Mokoro Excursion, Safaris, Walks (Guided), Wildlife Tours

4×4 GAME DRIVES MOKORO (DUGOUT CANOE) BOAT SAFARIS GUIDED WALKS CONSERVATION PROJECTS VILLAGE TOUR HELICOPTER SCENIC FLIGHT

Enjoy sightings of the varied wildlife the concession has to offer from the comfort of the open 4×4 off road game drive vehicle.

Stop along the way, with your experienced guide on a morning game drive, sip on a mug of “Game Ranger” coffee with a breakfast sandwich or toast the spectacular sunset with a gin and tonic and bar snacks.

A mokoro activity is an iconic Okavango Delta activity, you will be guided by your specialist guide poler into shallow waters where a boat cannot reach.

Glide silently through the reeds and water lily “fields” and observe the wonderful aquatic flora and fauna, the pods of hippos wallowing in the channels and other game along the water’s edge.

Boating through the water channels will provide access to the concession for game drives during the wet season or just enjoy a leisurely boat trip down the water channels.

Observe the spectacular aquatic birdlife, especially during the months of August and September. Sip on a sundowner while you drift down the channel whilst enjoying the scenery and game sightings.

This is a unique way to discover the bush. Our experienced, armed guide will take you on a leisurely walk where time is spent observing the smaller details in the bush that one would normally miss on a game drive.

Bush walks are dependant on the weather and the terrain at the time.

Nestled in the northern expanse of the Okavango Delta, Jumbo Junction holds a distinct position where two prominent elephant corridors intersect. This convergence of majestic elephants at the junction inspired the fitting name of #JumboJunction. While the vicinity surrounding Jumbo Junction presents extraordinary wildlife viewing opportunities within the Okavango Delta. It also offers a unique chance to visit the dedicated conservation teams on the ground, allowing firsthand experiences of how NGO and wildlife management projects effectively facilitate the harmonious coexistence of rural communities and wildlife.

Ecoexist, an NGO that is involved in elephant research, collared 50+ elephants and collected data for 2 years establishing these corridors. They then managed to get buy in from the Tawana Land Board to not issue any land grants or leases within a certain distance to these corridors.
The idea is to minimise elephant/human conflict.SEE: http://www.ecoexistproject.org

CLAWS, have their research centre stationed near Jumbo Junction and specialises in protecting both predators and livestock, reducing human-wildlife conflict. Guests have the rare opportunity to visit the research station and engage with the conservation professionals who monitor and protect lions and their prides, by means of a satellite collar, a pioneering Herding Progamme with its fully automated Lion Alert System, with its defined purpose in protecting both predators and livestock SEE: http://www.clawsconservancy.org

A visit to the local village affords you the rare opportunity to experience the cultural richness of the communities living in the Okavango Delta.

Experience daily life, from baking, tool making, fishing, the school and farming.

Don't miss out on the incredible opportunity of our scenic/photography flights, available at an extra cost. Moments after departing you’ll enjoy the breath-taking views seen only from a helicopter. Experience the crystal-clear water channels meandering their way through lagoons, while journeying deep into the lush green flood plains to explore the abundant wildlife of the Okavango Delta region. We take the doors off for an even better photographic experience while flying over some of the most remote, uninhabited, and wild areas of the Okavango Delta. Scenic flights are conducted any time of day, with keen photographers usually preferring the early morning or late afternoon, while some guests prefer flying during the siesta period in order not to miss other camp activities. We have a designated landing area on the outside, northern edge of the camp, and we offer scenic chopper flights with Helicopter Horizons. Our guides have been briefed on the safety protocols of approaching the helicopter.

Thamalakane River Lodge is ideally located an easy 20-minute drive from Maun Airport en route to the famous Moremi Game Reserve. It is a secluded haven of tranquility nestled in a grove of mature riverine trees on the bank of the Thamalakane River. The rambling lodge has an idyllic setting and is committed to service excellence.

Character en-suite stone chalets, are positioned in the shade of the riverine forest, overlooking the river. All chalets and common areas have terraces that take advantage of the serene 180 degree view of the riverbanks lined with fluttering reeds visited by an ever changing array of water fowl and birds.

It is a delightful place to come home to after a day spent exploring.

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Thamalakane River lodge view View next to the pool

Thamalakane River lodge swimming pool Swimming pool area

Thamalakane River lodge entrance to restaurant Entrance to restaurant

Babbler Chalets

Sleeping 2 adults on double or twin beds.

The spacious chalet interiors have a feature stone wall with an en-suite bathroom consisting of a shower, hand-basin and toilet.

Property Facilities

24-hour Security, Bar, Eco Friendly, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Private Vehicle (Available), Restaurant, Secure Parking

Room Facilities

Complimentary Wi-Fi, Disabled Rooms, Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Fan, Internet Access (Complimentary), Mosquito Nets, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah, Wheelchair Friendly

Available Services

Airport Shuttle (Available), Credit Card Facilities

Activities on Site

Big 5, Bird Watching, Boating, Fishing, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Helicopter Scenic Flights, Horse Riding, Horse-back Safaris, Massages, Mokoro Excursion, Safaris, Scenic Flights, Sleep Outs, Walks (Guided), Wildlife Tours

Activities Nearby

Big 5, Bird Watching, Boat Cruises, Boating, Child Friendly Activities, Cultural Tours, Game Drives, Game Walks, General Sightseeing, Helicopter Rides, Helicopter Scenic Flights, Hiking, Horse Riding, Horse-back Safaris, Mokoro Excursion, River Cruises, Safaris, Scenic Flights