Thamo Telele, Maun | Namibia Tours & Safaris

For those long haul flights when the last thing you want is to step onto another plane and fly to your safari camp, Thamo Telele (previously known as Royal Tree Lodge) just outside Maun is a convenient safari-lite overnight stop.

Please note: Our review of this property has not yet been added. Watch this space. We're working on it.

As a tailor-made tour operator, we often have to get creative when designing your perfect itinerary.

For example, your travel consultant might add this property to your itinerary if:

Location is a significant factor
It offers a unique feature that will enhance your experience
This is a last-minute booking and room availability is limited
Cost is a factor and you'd rather splash out on another part of your trip
This is a newly opened or refurbished property that we have not inspected yet

When designing your custom itinerary we have much to consider not least of which is the value proposition of every product and service included in your quote. In all cases we strive to give you the best experience possible within your budget so please feel free to ask your travel consultant to share their reasons for including this property in your itinerary.

A 20-minute drive from Botswana's Maun airport takes you to the 2,5 square kilometre private game reserve stocked with giraffe, zebra, several antelope and enough open skies and wild bush to ease you into the magic of an African safari.

You're right on the edge of the Thamalakane River and accommodation is in either thatched chalets (for the honeymooners) or tented suites on wooden decks. Both options feature quality beds and semi-open plan en suite bathrooms with hot running water, open-air showers and flushing toilets.

The living area is beneath some ancient trees and a shaded deck winds around the trunks. It's rather magical. Throughout you'll enjoy the bursts of colour in the quirky decor, art pieces and over-sized murals. Giraffe is the word here. You'll even get to see the 20-strong resident herd. The lodge itself is named after the littlest, who was born during the refurb in 2021. Thamo Telele means "long neck" in Setswana and a long neck she has indeed.

Stretch your legs on a guided walking safari or horseback trail through the reserve learning about the plants, small creatures and some of the larger plains game as well as the hundreds of bird species on permanent call. And of course rinse off the dust and wash away the heat with a dip in the pool and an ice cold drink on the deck. The pool is a delight and the sundowners even more so. Aaaaaaaah! Now you're ready to enjoy your safari.

Lodge Facilities

full board or bed and breakfast accommodation
lounge
bar area
restaurant
lap pool
deck
laundry service
WiFi - hotspot in the main area

Room Facilities

9 tented suites (twin or double beds)
en suite bathrooms with bath and outdoor showers
mosquito nets
air-conditioning
private deck

2 thatched honeymoon chalets (superior king size beds)
en suite bathrooms with sunken bath and outdoor shower
mosquito nets
air-conditioning
private veranda

Activities

Game walks; horseback trails; game drives; birding; scenic flights

Sustainability

Energy Efficiency

Waste Management

Sustainable Sourcing

Water Conservation

Community and Environment Benefit

Site and Building Impact

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