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Mapula, situated in the private Mapula and Sekwana Concession (NG12), perfectly encapsulates the Complete Botswana Safari Experience. This is a place where Botswana’s diverse ecosystems dance in perfect sync, bringing land, water and some of the country’s highest wildlife numbers together for a journey that feels perfectly balanced, lightly visited and ecologically explosive.
The lodge is a beautiful base and exciting launchpad. It keeps the Northern Delta’s magic close while offering countless ways to explore. Twice daily scheduled activities include game drives (by day and night), motorboat safaris (seasonal), mokoro excursions, walking safaris, fishing, birding, and cultural excursions. Private activities, Specialist Guiding, scenic helicopter flights and Epic Experiences will also be available (bookings and surcharges apply).
There will be 12 safari suites in total, 2 of which can be booked as interleading for families. Each suite will feature an en suite bathroom, a private viewing deck, and plush in-room comforts (refreshment station, wardrobe, desk, and 2 fans). Lodge facilities include covered and open-air dining settings (communal dining with private dining available on request), an elevated fire pit, swimming pool with a gazebo, a bar, curio shop, and lounge areas.
Mapula is set to open on 1 March 2027 (bookings now open).
Main Area
Twin Tent
Double Tent
Family Tent
Safari Suites & Interleading Safari Suites
12 safari suites in total. Each suite will feature an en suite bathroom, a private viewing deck, and plush in-room comforts (refreshment station, wardrobe, desk, and 2 fans). 2 of the 12 suites can be booked as interleading safari suites for guests wanting to share the experience. The interleading safari suites comprise two independent units, each with all accommodation facilities, and are connected by an enclosed corridor with two independent entrances. Twin or king configuration is available throughout, depending on guest preference outlined at booking.
Room Facilities
Balcony / Deck, Bath Towels, Bed Linen, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En Suite Bathroom, Fan, Hairdryer, Hand Towels, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Mosquito Netting, Private Lounge / Sitting Area, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Vanity Cabinet, Wardrobe
Property Facilities
Accept Credit Cards, Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Children Friendly, Communal Dining, Guided Tours, Internet Access (Complimentary), Internet Access, Laundry Service, Meal On Request, Outdoor Pool / Pool Deck, Restaurant, Vegetarian
Room Facilities
Balcony / Deck, Bath Towels, Bed Linen, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En Suite Bathroom, Family Safari Tent, Fan, Hairdryer, Hand Towels, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Mosquito Netting, Private Lounge / Sitting Area, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Vanity Cabinet, Wardrobe
Available Services
Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Meal on Request, Private Vehicle (Available)
Activities on Site
Bird Watching, Boating, Catch-and-release Fishing, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Helicopter Scenic Flights, High Tea, Mokoro Excursion, Night Drives, Safaris
Activities Nearby
Bird Watching, Catch-and-release Fishing, Cultural Tours, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Helicopter Scenic Flights, Mokoro Excursion, Night Drives, Safaris
Explore Mapula’s deeper waterways by hard-bottom aluminium motorboat, travelling through the concession’s permanent channels and open stretches of water. These excursions offer excellent opportunities to spot hippos, crocodiles, waterbirds and wildlife along the banks, while revealing a different side of this remarkable wetland wilderness. Max 8 guests per boat.
Venture into the deeper waters of the Mapula and Sekwana Concession (NG12), where fishing brings a more adventurous dimension to the wilderness. Suitable for novice and skilled anglers alike, the experience is entirely catch-and-release, with the excitement of the pursuit matched by a deep respect for the ecosystem. Equipment is provided, although guests are welcome to bring their own. Each boat accommodates a maximum of six guests. Please note: fishing is not permitted during January and February every year.
The Mapula and Sekwana Concession (NG12) is where Botswana’s land, water and wildlife come together in remarkable abundance. A wild, lightly visited landscape, the concession is shaped by a rich interplay of ecosystems that creates exceptional conditions for wildlife. Explore it on game drives and night drives in open 4x4 vehicles, with responsible off-road driving permitted where conditions allow. Each vehicle accommodates a maximum of eight guests.
Birding is an ever-present part of the Mapula and Sekwana Concession (NG12), with its diverse habitats supporting an impressive variety of species throughout the year. From the lodge itself, birds are often within view, while game drives, mokoro excursions and walking safaris reveal different habitats and new opportunities for observation. For seasoned birders, private guiding and Specialist Guiding are available, offering a more focused exploration of the concession and its exceptional birdlife. Please enquire.
Step into the rhythm of the wild on foot. Walking safaris at Mapula offer a closer, quieter way to experience the concession, where tracks, birdsong, plants and the smallest signs of life reveal a landscape that can easily pass unnoticed from a vehicle. Led by two fully qualified guides, each safari moves at a considered pace, allowing guests to read the wilderness through its details and deepen their connection with this extraordinary ecosystem.
Much of the Mapula and Sekwana Concession (NG12) unfolds in a story of liquid pathways and glittering channels. Experience it from the water on a mokoro excursion (traditional dugout canoe), gliding at eye level through the reeds as the smaller details of this extraordinary ecosystem come alive. Each mokoro accommodates a maximum of two guests and is poled by a fully qualified guide with years of experience, offering an intimate and unhurried way to explore the waterways.
Take to the skies for a bird’s-eye view of Mapula’s waterways, floodplains, wildlife and expansive wilderness. Doors-off flights can be arranged for unobstructed views, making this a particularly rewarding perspective for photographers. Booking is essential. Max 3 guests per flight. Surcharges apply.
Conducted by guides with decades of experience and specialised expertise, from birding to astrology. Ideal for specific safari goals, continuity, and connection. Includes a dedicated guide and private activities throughout a full Desert & Delta Safaris circuit. Please enquire for more information.
Available across the lodge’s full range of activities. Ideal for families, groups/couples, special interest travellers, or guests with specific mobility needs. Subject to availability and booking. Surcharges apply. *Please note that a dedicated guide throughout an entire circuit is available only with Specialist Guiding.
