Leroo La Tau rises majestically above the Boteti River which stretches across the western border of the Makgadikgadi Pans National Park.
The park, populated by up to 30,000 zebra and wildebeest closely accompanied by predators, offers guests the chance to experience the exhilaration of seeing large concentrations of game and the resultant predator interaction. The lodge offers a raised hide above the river where guests can enjoy the spectacular wildlife sightings that we’ve come to expect in this part of Botswana.
With just 12 thatched luxury chalets all overlooking the magnificent Makgadikgadi Pans National Park, each with en-suite bathrooms. There is a dining room, reading room and bar in the main lodge, expansive wooden decks and a plunge pool, where guests can immerse themselves seamlessly into the ultimate wildlife experience in Botswana.
Having explored the area and enjoyed a spectacular wildlife phenomenon on guided morning and afternoon game drives, guests can retire after dinner to a splendid fireplace overlooking the river.
Luxurious thatched and glass-fronted suites raised on wooden platforms
All raised on the high banks of the Boteti River with 270 degree panoramic view of the Makgadikgadi Pans National Park. En-suite bathroom comprising of a shower, double hand basin and toilet
Fans in all guest rooms. A range of African biodegradable soaps, conditioning shampoo, hand wash, body lotion with insect repellent and shower caps are supplied in each room
A hairdryer is available from the lodge reception
Tea and coffee making facilities in each room
Flashlight available in each room
Gowns supplied in each room
Umbrella’s for the rainy season
Battery operated reading lights and bathroom light at night
Small safe for valuables
The new family room at Leroo La Tau is close to the main area giving easy access to the room for the family. The two-bedroom, two-bathroom unit is set on the edge of the Boteti River offering exceptional views over the Boteti Valley and into the Makgadikgadi Pans National Park. Guests can witness the annual zebra migration from the deck of their room.
Fans in all guest rooms. A range of African biodegradable soaps, conditioning shampoo, hand wash, body lotion with insect repellent and shower caps are supplied in each room
A hairdryer is available from the lodge reception
Tea and coffee making facilities in each room
Flashlight available in each room
Gowns supplied in each room
Umbrella’s for the rainy season
Battery operated reading lights and bathroom light at night
Small safe for valuables
Bar, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Library, Pool, Restaurant
Balcony / Deck, Dressing Gowns, En-Suite, Fan, Hair Dryer, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Mosquito Nets, Safe, Tea / Coffee, Verandah
Bird Watching, Boating, Game Drives, Game Viewing
The lodge offers guided game drives in the Makgadikgadi Pans National Park focusing on the exceptional wildlife sightings along the Boteti River. The annual zebra migration which takes place between May and October every year offers guests a unique experience as thousands of zebra migrate onto the Boteti River in search of water. General wildlife along the river are excellent with regular sightings of elephant, giraffe, kudu, zebra and lion to name a few.
For guests staying three nights or more at Leroo La Tau, a sleep-out experience on the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans is available. The salt pans sleep out offers guests the rare opportunity to experience the vastness of one of the most extensive salt flats in the world. The salt pan sleep out is available from mid July to the end of October and subject to weather conditions.
For an exceptional experience, add a one-way or return helicopter transfer to the package for a chance to view the salt pans from the air (helicopter flights quoted separately).
Guests staying three nights or more at Leroo La Tau can enjoy a day trip to Nxai Pan National Park. The excursion starts in the early morning and includes a visit to Nxai Pan as well as Baines Baobabs for a chance to see the expansive salt pans. Lunch will be enjoyed while out exploring Nxai Pan.
A dining area which serves buffet-style food and individually plated food or alternative bush dinner
Thatched roof covered lounge and cocktail bar