Mapula Lodge

Okavango Delta, Botswana

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Stay at Mapula Lodge

Set in the Northern fringes of the Okavango Delta on a 220,000-acre plot. Mapula Lodge is located on a large treed island surrounded by the stunning lagoons, floodplains and trumpeting elephants that are iconic of this delta landscape. The lodge is incredibly secluded making it an even more blissful place to spot the abundance of wildlife.

There are nine large canvas-and-thatch bedroom tents all with king size four poster beds and en-suite bathrooms with both indoor and outdoor showers. The lodge is set to reopen in April 2018 and the tents have all been stylishly refurbished to include traditional features. In the main area of the lodge,

there is a swimming pool – perfect to cool off after a game drives in the delta heat. The pool also looks over a hippo-filled lagoon below.

This area is known for having the highest concentration of lion than anywhere in the Okavango Delta. There’s a huge diversity of species in the reserve, in addition to lion, leopard, cheetah and wild dog, youâll also spot lesser-known predators such as caracal, serval and mongoose. The birdlife is also wonderful here, with the opportunity to spot the endangered wattled crane, carmine bee-eater, and the African paradise flycatcher.

Why we love it

Float down the secluded waterways of the Okavango Delta on one of the lodges Mokoro river boats
Watch the steady stream of wildlife at the lagoon, just in front of the lodge
Game drives through vast swathes of pristine wilderness

Facilities

Swimming Pool

In-Room Massage

Room Service

Bush Restaurant

Deck Bar

Experiences

Game Drives

Head out in a vehicle through Botswana's vast wilderness to spot iconic African game such as lion, leopard, cheetah and hippo.

Boat Safari

See river action by exploring the waterways, either on a motor boat to see further, or on a traditional mokoro to slip quietly through the water.

Birding

Become a twicther and tick-off some of the Okavango's native birdlife as well as migratory species, such as the elusive Pel's fishing owls.

Sundowners

Enjoy a freshly poured gin and tonic as you watch the fiery African sun set over the Okavanga's plains from right outside your tent.

Helicopter

Cruise over the Delta's vast landscapes in a helicopter, getting a bird's eye view of any bush action below and keeping up with any moving herds.

Hot Air Balloon

Soar into the skies with the rising sun with nothing but the sounds of the waking bush below you for a truly memorable experience.

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The Pitchers

We had the most amazing time! John Barclay and his team were very special and the mobile safari exclusive and superb. Moremi was very quiet with few other tourists – no more than a dozen other vehicles seen in four days. Macatoo was also excellent with good riding and game. We were so grateful for the help that you offered when our BA flights went wrong. Many thanks again for the superb service and recommendations which made for a great holiday.