Island Safari Lodge

Island Safari Lodge is a riverside retreat in Maun, set beside the Thamalakane River on a private island reserve of roughly 300 acres. The property combines accommodation, camping, dining and safari activities in a leafy bush setting, creating a practical base for exploring Botswana’s waterways and wildlife areas.

Large trees provide shade across the lodge grounds, with gardens, river views and the surrounding floodplain shaping the atmosphere. The restaurant and bar offer relaxed dining beside the river, while two swimming pools provide space for a quiet break between outings. The setting has a calm, informal character suited to travellers looking for a place to stay, eat and arrange outdoor activities without leaving Maun.

Accommodation includes chalets and rooms positioned within the garden, as well as a spacious campsite beneath a canopy of mature trees. The camping area has its own swimming pool, giving campers a separate place to cool off and relax. The range of accommodation makes the lodge suitable for safari travellers, independent visitors and campers seeking a base close to town and the airport.

The private reserve also has bush trails for walking and nature observation. These trails offer a simple way to experience the landscape around the lodge, with the river and floodplain adding a distinct setting to the property. The location is approximately 10 kilometres from Maun Airport, making it convenient for arrivals and for arranging excursions into the wider region.

Activities connected with the lodge include boat cruises, mokoro excursions, day trips and mobile safaris. Boat trips focus on the river environment and its aquatic and bird life, while mokoro outings travel through the Okavango Delta in a traditional dugout canoe. Day excursions can reach nearby wildlife areas, and mobile safaris extend into destinations such as the Okavango and Moremi. Island trails remain an option for a shorter outing close to the accommodation.

Island Safari Lodge suits travellers who value a shaded natural setting, river-facing dining, straightforward accommodation and access to several types of safari activity. Its combination of rooms, chalets and camping also allows different travel styles to share the same base in Maun.