Mapula Lodge
Okavango Delta, Botswana
- Price on request
- Lodge
- 9 Room/s
Mapula Lodge lies in a private 12,000 hectare concession where the Selinda Spillway winds its way through the reserve on its journey to the Linyanti and Chobe rivers.
Overlooking a reed-fringed lagoon, home to a resident pod of hippos, the open spaces and tranquil scenery are a balm to the soul. The landscape is a mix of dry savannah, seasonal floodplains and permanent waterways.
Mapula has 9 canvas and thatch cottages, (6 twin, 2 double and 1 family cottage sleeping 2 adults and 2 children), reasonably spaced apart and hidden amongst old, shady trees. Bathrooms are en-suite, with flushing toilets and in and outdoor showers.
Mapula is a relaxed, unpretentious lodge which blends seamlessly into the surrounds, allowing a
true communion with nature, complete with the sounds and scents of the Delta.
The main guest spaces feature a comfy place to relax, a small library, dining area and a pool. In front of the mess tent is the sunken “chill pit” with outlooks over the lagoon and, at night, clear views up into starry skies. Menus emphasise fresh tastes and originality and meals are plated.
Explore vast tract of pristine wilderness on land or water and a variety of diurnal and nocturnal animal species may be seen on the day and night game drives – wild dog, leopard and lion are some of the highlights.
Boating and mokoro excursions (subject to water levels) are conducted through a maze of channels and islands. Bird watching is excellent.
At A Glance
- Safari in complete exclusivity, away from the tourist crowds
- 9 canvas and thatch cottages
- Sunken "chill pit"
- Swimming pool
- Located in a private concession which offers night drives & off-roading
- Float down secluded waterways and access areas remoter than you can imagine on a mokoro safari
- Game view from the swimming pool and watch the steady stream of wildlife at the lagoon in front of camp
- Superb birding & variety of habitats
- Excellent guiding
Features:
- ✓ Daily Maid Service
- ✓ Laundry Service
- ✓ Restaurant
- ✓ Swimming Pool
- ✓ Wood Fireplace
Region
This stunning and unique wetland area is formed by the Okavango River flowing into the Kalahari Desert. It creates the distinctive oasis known as the Okavango Delta.
Comprising of thousands of tiny islands, some solely made of small salt planes too salty to support plants, around 70% of the islands were originally termite mounds, however they now serve as land for wildlife.
Being a rarity in that it is one of the only sources of water available for animals and wildlife in day light hours means that it attracts thousands of animals. This creates a particularly special opportunity for observing many different animals, birdlife and fish.
The Okavango Delta can be explored in some rather exciting ways - on foot, in a game drive vehicle or in a Mokoro to delve into life in the floodwaters. However you decide to experience this wondrous oasis, it really is sure to be the trip of a lifetime.
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| Precipitation (Avg Days) | 17 | 23 | 12 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 10 | 17 | 91 |
If you don't want scorching temperatures, and would prefer a getaway with no rain, the best months to visit the Okavango Delta are the months of June through to September. Read More
Rates
Pricing available on request.
Please contact your Destination Specialist for more information on +44 (0) 1993 824198.
Included:
All meals, local brand drinks, 2 scheduled camp activities daily, return Xaraxai airstrip transfers and laundry.
Camp activities include: morning and late afternoon game drives, boat and mokoro excursions (water level dependant), fishing (April - November)
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