Luxury Lodges · Maun, Botswana
Island Safari Lodge
Overview
Island Safari Lodge is set on a 300 acre private island reserve, and is just 10 km away from Maun Airport.
It is situated on the banks of the Thamalakane River under a canopy of beautifully lush and green Okavango trees. The lodge overlooks a floodplain of fields and water that are frequented by an abundance of birdlife and the occasional Hippo. The lodge offers a tranquil bush setting that is complimented by the river view, a pool and the iconic tranquil call of the African Fish Eagle. The accommodation is comfortable and set in the lodge gardens. The lodge comprises of 12 Chalets, 6 Heritage Rooms and 6 Heritage Family Rooms all with en suite showers,DSTV and air conditioning.The lodge has a main bar and restaurant area with seating indoors or out in the gardens. You are able to choose from a la carte menu for lunches and dinners accompanied by our wine list. It is an ideal place to relax alongside flowing waters, or beside one of the swimming pools, using the free WI-FI services and ordering refreshments from the restaurant. For those active bush loving visitors who are interested in adventure, there are many recreational excursions and opportunities available.
Suites & Rates
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Camp Site
The spacious campsite is nestled under a riverine canopy, providing plenty of shade for campers. A large, fenced swimming pool is available letting you cool off during the heat of the day. The campground...
Chalet
The accommodation is comfortable and set in the lodge gardens. The lodge comprises of 12 Chalets all with en suite showers, WI FI, DSTV and air conditioning. Guest amenities are provided.
Heritage Chalet
The accommodation is comfortable and set in the lodge gardens. The lodge has 12 Heritage Chalets all with en suite showers, DSTV and air conditioning. Island Safari Lodge offers comfortable accommodation nestled in a...
Heritage Family Room
Island Safari Lodge offers comfortable accommodation nestled in a lush garden. Well spaced out, each room has a lovely view across the tree-lined garden towards the river. The six adjoining Heritage Family rooms rooms...
Heritage Room
Island Safari Lodge offers comfortable accommodation nestled in a lush garden. Well spaced out, each room has a lovely view across the tree-lined garden towards the river. The six adjoining Heritage rooms rooms each...
Details
Good to know
Accommodation & amenities
Air Conditioning, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Electrical Outlets, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Facilities, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Television, Wheelchair Friendly
Languages spoken
Afrikaans, English
Ideal for
Adventure, Big 5, Birding, Hiking, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Wildlife, Wine
On-site activities
Bird Watching, Boating, Helicopter Scenic Flights, Mokoro Excursion, Scenic Flights, Walks (Self Guided)
Services
Airport Shuttle (Available), Credit Card Facilities, Disability, Laundry Service (Available)
Nearby activities
Bird Watching, Boat Cruises, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Helicopter Scenic Flights, Hiking, Mokoro Excursion, River Cruises, Scenic Flights
Property facilities
Activity Desk, Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Internet Access (Complimentary), Pool, Restaurant, Vegetarian
Location
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Island Safari Lodge
Activities
What you can do
Mokoro Excursion
We depart early morning (around 8:00) for a one hour transfer to the mokoro boat station. After meeting your mokoro poler, you depart on a couple of hours mokoro trail through the clear waters of the Okavango Delta. Your poler guide will then conduct a walk on an island formation before returning to the mokoros for a packed picnic lunch. After lunch, your guide will return you to the boat station and you will be transferred back to Island Safari Lodge.
Moremi Day Trip
This day trip and excursion into the world famous Moremi Game Reserve starts at Island Safari Lodge. This renowned reserve is home to the Big Five and a multitude of other plains species. This rich and diverse habitat is not only scenic but known for Elephant, Lion, Leopard, Zebra, Wildebeest, Buffalo, Red Lechwe, Impala, Giraffe, Hyena, Cheetah and the endangered African Wild Dog. We look forward to hosting you and sharing this incredibly interesting and diverse destination with you.
Sunset Boat Cruise
Enjoy a 1.5 Hour Sunset Boat Cruise on the Thamalakane River from the lodge. Experience this majestic area from the water as you enjoy sunset drinks and experience the tranquil surroundings.
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