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Island Safari Lodge

Ngamiland East, North-West

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Fun Outdoor ActivitiesStay active with fun outdoor activities.

Guests Like the LocationThe location was rated 4.15 by the guests who stayed here.

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4.0/5

GoodFrom 21 reviews

5.0/54 Mar 2026

Coert

Lovely place !!!

5.0/519 May 2025

leonie • Family Trip

The staff are very obliging and warm and very friendly. Service is good and rooms comfortable with good beds.

5.0/518 May 2025

Ferenc Bence • Couple Trip

A pleasant surprise, better than what we expected based on other reviews, especially considering the pricing compared to most other places in Botswana. The staff were friendly and welcoming, we had plenty of bottled water in the room (3 - more than all other places we stayed at), WIFI in the room (also a rarity), hairdryer and shampoo (not always provided). The property's garden is nice and full with birds & there are several walking trails to explore. The chalets show their age and could use a refresh & there can be some noise from around the property, but these were marginal negatives for us.

5.0/56 Nov 2024

Timothy • Family Trip

For the price, this was a great place to stay, super friendly staff and awesome tours from here

5.0/55 Mar 2024

Daniel • Couple Trip

We enjoyed the setting here. The staff were friendly and helpful. We ate dinner each night and enjoyed it. Breakfast was good. A/C worked well but only had WiFi at the lodge. We actually enjoyed sitting at the lodge and watching the view. Staff was great

5.0/528 Jun 2019

Verified traveler • Family Trip

very tranquil, nice walking trails, clean rooms and good food

5.0/513 Jul 2017

Hannah

We loved our stay at Island Safari Lodge! The lodge is in an absolutely gorgeous setting right on the River, which means it is very serene and beautiful, however it is a 20 minute taxi drive away from town which can be a bit of a hassle if you plan on going into town for dinners or night life. The staff could not have been nicer or more accommodating. They seamlessly helped us in arranging airport transfers and a river tour. I would suggest arranging your own taxis to and from town though, the lodge charges $12 USD each way for a taxi into town but we were able to find taxis that would take us for $4 USD each way. The chalet was basic, but clean. The beds could have been a little more comfortable and the room was very dark (could have used more lighting) but overall it was fine and comfortable. Overall a very serene, relaxing, and amazing experience at a competitive price. I would recommend this more for families than groups of young friends - there is not a bar scene here at night, that is better found at Backpackers or Okavango River Lodge. However there was live music one night from a good guitar player. I would definitely recommend this lodge to others and would stay here again in the future!

5.0/524 May 2017

Paul Anthony • Family Trip

we were treated as in a 4/5 star hotel. Service was excellent, surroundings were too beautiful, the kitchen was very good. All in all a very good experience. We would come again and recommend this Island paradise to all.

4.0/519 Feb 2026

BARTOLOME • Couple Trip

Un sitio maravilloso, la habitacion bien, algo antigua

4.0/51 Oct 2025

Walter • Couple Trip

Super Lage in eiem große Park am Fluß. Es werden viele Aktivitäten angeboten. Gutes Restaurant.

4.0/526 Sep 2025

Walter • Couple Trip

Sehr schöne Lage in eiem kleinen Wildpark.Die Chalets liegen am Fluß und sind gut ausgestattet. Gutes Restaurant mut Terrasse am Fluß. Vielfältige Safariaktivitäten können dort gebu ht werden.

4.0/521 Apr 2024

Elijah • Family Trip

The Island Safari Lodge is a great option for those staying in Maun to explore the Okavango Delta, Chiefs Island, and Morami. The property is massive with extensive walking trails and wildlife. The entire property is also walled and gated so you won’t encounter dangerous animals. The lodging is a bit dated so think of a higher end cabin experience as opposed to a hotel. The grounds are beautifully tended with lots of trees and greenery. The staff were all really friendly and helpful when we needed something. The restaurant on the property is a great place to eat. We booked safaris that left directly from the lodge and we’re not in the least disappointed. We saw some amazing wildlife in Moremi. The Delta was really relaxing on the water and they stay fairly close to the shallow areas so it’s safe and you can view a wide range of birds. The walking tour was also amazing. Altogether the Island Safari Lodge was a great experience.

4.0/520 Jan 2020

Verified traveler • Couple Trip

Assessment already stated. You should redesign your questionnaire & be satisfied with whatever respondents give you & not require mandatory entries. So this is the last time I’ll respond to a request to complete a “survey.“ I suspect this is all AI stuff & no human will set eyes on this, let alone consider the comments !!?

4.0/519 Oct 2019

Verified traveler • Family Trip

Bungalos were pleasant and clean. We also took a safari outing that was very good. Food and service were average.

4.0/528 Apr 2019

Paul • Family Trip

The hotel is not new and has a bit patina, but overall very nice. Sit under tall, mature trees overlooking the river and enjoy the amenities of a good restaurant with a wide selection, was a special experience. The hotel garden, where monkeys and squirrels frolic, is almost mystical. In the evening turtles dig from the river, in the distance we saw a hipo. Incidentally, the swimming pool of the camping area is much larger and nicer than the pool of the lodge. We stayed there for three nights and would like to repeat it. The travel agency attached to the hotel was very helpful and organized a horse-ride on a neighboring lodge.

4.0/59 Oct 2018

Verified traveler

Am Ende unserer Botswana Reise haben wir zwei Nächte in der Island Safari Lodge relaxed. Einchecken war etwas zäh, aber letztendlich haben wir unser Wunschzimmer erhalten und wir haben die ruhige, angenehme Atmosphäre der Lodge genossen.

3.0/510 Jun 2025

Alexandre • Family Trip

O Lodge nitidamente necessita de manutenção.Refeiçoes fracas. Além disso tivemos uma pessima experiência com um dos pacotes que o hotel ofere( biking) que além de fazer o mesmo percurso das caminhadas ( nada de novo) é uma armadilha para os turistas que são achacados no meio do percurso, longe de tudo, para pagar 85 dólares por 40 minutos de passeio no meio do nada. Não recomendo!

3.0/54 Jul 2019

Nico

Not ideal place to stay for Business - Poor Wi-Fi connection

3.0/521 Nov 2017

Verified traveler

Die Lodge war ein Zwischenstopp für einen Flug ins Okavango-Delta. Die Zimmer sind in Ordnung und ausreichend sauber. Leider gab es keinen Safe in den Zimmern, so dass wir bei der Rezeption fragten, ob wir unsere Wertsachen einschließen können. Leider konnten wir nur von 14 bis 17 Uhr dann an die Wertsachen erneut wieder dran oder am nächsten Morgen ab 8 Uhr (was mit unserem Flug kollidierte). Kein großes Problem, aber deshalb wären flexiblere Zeiten an der Rezeption zum Abholen der Sachen wünschenswert gewesen. Trotzdem können wir die Lodge empfehlen, da sie sehr ruhig gelegen ist außerhalb von Maun

2.0/526 Aug 2023

Jurgita • Family Trip

The place is clean, the staff are nice and helpful, but there isn’t much of an atmosphere. One of the two swimming pools looked completely abandoned and dirty. Unless you have activities during the day, there isn’t much to do at the hotel. The food is average too.

Popular Facilities

Swimming Pool

WiFi

Airport Transfer

BBQ Equipment

Accessible Facilities

Free Parking

Coffee Tea Maker

Hair Dryer

Sports & Recreation

Garden

Hiking

Children's Pool

Public Facilities

Parking (Free)

Hotel Services

Laundry Service/Dry Cleaning

Other Facilities

BBQ Facilities

Accesibility

Wheelchair Accessible

Transportation

Airport Transfer (Surcharge)

Tours/Ticket Assistance

Connectivity

Free WiFi

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Island Safari Lodge, Matalapeng Ward, Maun, BW

Nearby Destinations

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Accommodation Rules

Check-in Procedure

Check-in2:00 PM-11:00 PM

Check-out10:00

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 11 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Want to check in early? Fill out the Special Requests form on the booking page.

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No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.

About Island Safari Lodge

Island Safari Lodge Location
Located in Maun, Island Safari Lodge is on a river, a 1-minute drive from Okavango Delta and 14 minutes from Nhabe Museum. This lodge is 7.2 mi (11.6 km) from Maun Gardens and 7.7 mi (12.4 km) from Maun Wildlife Educational Park.

Island Safari Lodge Facility and Service
Spend the day on a safari adventure, then dip into one of the 2 outdoor pools. This lodge also features complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area.

Island Safari Lodge Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 12 individually decorated guestrooms. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads.

Restaurant and Cafe
At Island Safari Lodge, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to 10 AM for a fee.

Room Type and Price

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 - Sun, 02 Aug 2026 (1 night)

1 Room, 1 Adult, 0 Children