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Thamalakane River Lodge

3.0 star property
3-star lodge near Okavango Delta

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Sexaxa Ward, Maun
  • Popular LocationMaun Wildlife Educational Park21 min drive
  • Popular LocationMaun Environmental Education Centre22 min drive
  • AirportMaun (MUB)22 min drive
  • Popular LocationMaun Gardens22 min drive

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  • 431 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
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  • 1076 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
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About the neighborhood

Maun

Close to airport.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Okavango Delta and 12 miles (20 km) of Maun Wildlife Educational Park. Maun Environmental Education Centre and Nhabe Museum are within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • Maun Wildlife Educational Park - 21 min drive
  • Maun Environmental Education Centre - 22 min drive
  • Nhabe Museum - 22 min drive
  • Maun Gardens - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • Maun (MUB) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • Crocodile Camp Bar - 9 min drive
  • Sports Bar - 15 min drive

About this property

Thamalakane River Lodge

3-star lodge near Okavango Delta
Thamalakane River Lodge offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Spa services, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Thamalakane River Lodge. An area shuttle within 20 km and an airport shuttle (available on request) are available for a fee. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Maun lodge.

  • 1 floor
  • 26 guestrooms or units
  • 30 buildings
  • Built in 2008
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Thamalakane River Lodge offers 26 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to furnished patios. This Maun lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Additionally, rooms include complimentary toiletries and ceiling fans. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages and manicures and pedicures.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, German, Portuguese

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to 5:30 AM on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 20 km
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Free secured, uncovered extended parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Boat tours
  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Horseback riding/rentals

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Outdoor space

  • Furnished patio

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Thamalakane River Lodge

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Airport shuttle transfer per adult: BWP 220 (one-way)
  • Transfer service fee per child: BWP 100 (one-way), from 12 to 16 years old
  • Administrative fee: BWP 10 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: BWP 220 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: BWP 100 (one-way), (from 12 to 16 years old)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight
  • A late check-out fee will be charged

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 2 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Thamalakane River Lodge Maun
Thamalakane River Lodge
Thamalakane River Maun
Thamalakane River
Chobe River Lodge
Thamalakane River Lodge Maun
Thamalakane River Lodge Lodge
Thamalakane River Lodge Lodge Maun

Frequently asked questions

How close is Thamalakane River Lodge to the airport?

Thamalakane River Lodge is 12 mi (22-min drive) away from the Maun (MUB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Thamalakane River Lodge?

As of May 2, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thamalakane River Lodge on May 3, 2024 start from $246.05, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Thamalakane River Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Thamalakane River Lodge offers an airport shuttle from 6:00 AM to 5:30 AM, on request, for a charge of BWP 220. per person, one-way.

Does Thamalakane River Lodge offer free breakfast?

Thamalakane River Lodge offers free cooked-to-order breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Thamalakane River Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Thamalakane River Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM.

Is there free parking at Thamalakane River Lodge?

This lodge offers free self parking and extended parking.

Does Thamalakane River Lodge have a pool?

Thamalakane River Lodge features 2 outdoor pools.

Does Thamalakane River Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Thamalakane River Lodge have a spa?

This lodge doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages and mani/pedis.

How close is Thamalakane River Lodge to downtown Maun?

Thamalakane River Lodge is 11.2 mi away from Maun.

Thamalakane River Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed two nights to sleep in & relax after two weeks on safari. Nice, private bungalos on the river. Perfect choice for kicking back. Be sure to arrange airport shuttle pickup before you arrive or it could be an hour or more wait. We would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This lodge is lovely and peaceful, and each room has a great view of the river. The meals were good and they have a lovely dining area that overlooks the river as well. The staff were very helpful, kind and professional. A delayed flight caused me to have to change my booking at the last minute and the response from the lodge was very understanding. I missed a night's stay and I really wish I'd been able to stay that extra night. It's a lovely location, a bit of a drive outside of Maun but on the route to Moremi, which was convenient for me.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Preston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Solid stay
Wonderful service. enjoyable stay. Rooms are rustic as you would expect.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

6/10 Okay

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful setting, but Activities limited in March
Thamalakane is in a great location on the river where the staff are very nice. Mainly 2 things let it down for us (we visited in March 2019), the Activities listed on the website and provided by the lodge on email are not available at this time of year. The water levels are so low that around 50% of activities simply cannot be undertaken, so NO boat trips into the delta or sundowners on the river. WE did manage a Moroko trip (small canoe - but even this was dragged out to supply the full hour -with around only 200 metres of travel form the lodge). The lodge should advise these activities are not available due to seasonality to avoid disappointment. Then secondly there are only fans in the rooms and in 36 degrees air conditioning is really a must. The lodge was very quiet when we visited which meant that buffet meals were not available and the A la Carte menu was very limited.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Mauin sanctuary.
Great place. Out of the hussle and bustle of Maun.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid B L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

6/10 Okay

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness
Not have expectation on the staff
Had a really bad experience at first, as the staff was not at all helpful to advice us in booking activities due to the weather (rain), they were not solution oriented. They offered a super expensive activity. We were not happy and it almost turned into a drama, then finally they found solution we were happy with and apologize with a free bottle of wine. Food is not good at all. It's ok to stay there as the price is ok (for Okavango Delta) but look for a local agent for the activities.

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Maun location. Wonderful staff, great restaurant

6/10 Okay

Piet, Atlanta, GA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Basic, but clean.
Hotels in Northern Botswana aren't really comparable to western hotels, especially U.S. Thatched roof masonry detached hut. Nice view of river. Restaurant and food were pretty typical. Make sure you use mosquito nets for both beds, they aren't just an exotic decoration. Not much sound privacy, easy to hear conversations in adjacent huts. General hotel amenities, pool, bar, etc. were nice. Pool kind of small. Thatch and masonry insulative to even out temperature variation (high 40's to 80's). Better than tent like hotels we stayed in.