Escape to the tranquil Okavango Delta surroundings at Island Safari Lodge. Unwind in the garden, by one of two pools, or with a refreshing cocktail at the bar. Enjoy a delicious meal at the on-site restaurant and take advantage of laundry facilities for added convenience.
Maun Wildlife Educational Park - 20 min drive - 15.5 km
Maun Environmental Education Centre - 21 min drive - 15.9 km
Getting around
Maun (MUB) - 17 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Okavango Craft Brewery - 6 min drive
Crocodile Camp Bar - 9 min drive
Sports Bar - 8 min drive
Casa Lounge - 11 min drive
Barcelos - 14 min drive
About this property
Island Safari Lodge
Island Safari Lodge is a great choice for a stay in Maun. After taking a dip in one of the 2 outdoor pools, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights include a children's pool and a garden.
Languages
Afrikaans, English
More about this property
VISIBILITY
At a glance
Hotel size
12 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
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
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
On-site parking includes off-street options
Transfers
Airport shuttle from 7 AM to 7:30 PM*
Other information
Smoke-free property
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Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–10 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Barbecue grills
Travelling with children
Children's pool
What to do
Safari
Ecotours nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Fishing nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Multilingual staff
Bike hire
Pool loungers
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Mosquito nets
2 outdoor pools
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Grab bar near toilet
ROOM
Room amenities
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Rainfall shower heads
Shower only
Towels
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Daily housekeeping
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Special features
Dining
On-site venue – This restaurant specialises in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
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Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 120 per person
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 215.00 per person (one-way)
Policies
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
Island Safari Lodge Maun
Island Safari Maun
Island Safari Hotel Maun
Island Safari Lodge Maun
Island Safari Lodge Lodge
Island Safari Lodge Lodge Maun
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Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at Island Safari Lodge?
Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Island Safari Lodge?
Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Island Safari Lodge?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available from 7 AM to 7:30 PM on request. The charge is USD 215.00 per person one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Island Safari Lodge?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Island Safari Lodge and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as fishing, hiking and horse riding. Additional recreation on-site includes a safari. Enjoy a swim in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools or use the lodge's other amenities, which include a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Island Safari Lodge?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant that offers local and international cuisine.
What's the area around Island Safari Lodge like?
Island Safari Lodge is located by the river, a short 1-minute walk from Okavango Delta.
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Island Safari Lodge Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very good
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8.0/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
7.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
6 Nov, 2024
For the price, this was a great place to stay, super friendly staff and awesome tours from here
Timothy
Timothy, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 Mar, 2024
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
Daniel
Daniel, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
21 Apr, 2024
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.
Elijah
Elijah, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
10 Jun, 2025
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!
Alexandre
Alexandre, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
26 Aug, 2023
Clean, friendly staff, but no atmosphere
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.
Jurgita
Jurgita, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
20 Jan, 2020
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 !!?
Verified traveller
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
19 Oct, 2019
Bungalos were pleasant and clean. We also took a safari outing that was very good.
Food and service were average.
Verified traveller
3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 Jul, 2019
Verified traveller
3-night trip
6/10 Good
4 Jul, 2019
Not ideal place to stay for Business - Poor Wi-Fi connection
Nico
Nico, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 Jun, 2019
very tranquil, nice walking trails, clean rooms and good food
Verified traveller
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
29 May, 2019
KABELO
KABELO, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
28 Apr, 2019
Beautiful place
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.
Paul
Paul, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
13 Apr, 2019
Verified traveller
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
9 Oct, 2018
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.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
4/10 Fair
17 Jun, 2018
Verified traveller
1-night trip
6/10 Good
21 May, 2018
Janice
Janice, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 May, 2018
Antoine
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
6/10 Good
21 Nov, 2017
Ruhige Lage am Rand von Maun
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
Verified traveller
1-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Very good
31 Aug, 2017
C
C, 1-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Exceptional
23 Jul, 2017
Gustav
Gustav, 3-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Exceptional
13 Jul, 2017
Gorgeous and relaxing location with river view
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!
Hannah
Hannah, 1-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Exceptional
24 May, 2017
Our pleasant 4 days in Okovango
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.
Paul Anthony
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
4/10 Fair
22 Nov, 2016
Good for 1 night
We stayed 1 night, ok, I would not stay longer
Room ok, but no Moskito net. Bad smell in room
Food was terrible. Nice surroundings, right at the river side