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    Thamo Telele

    Maun, Botswana

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    Overview

    Thamo Telele, previously known as Royal Tree Lodge, is located just twenty minutes from the iconic safari town of Maun, the perfect gateway to the Okavango Delta. Situated on the banks of the Thamalakane River boasting an abundance of wildlife including giraffe, zebra, springbok, ostrich, eland, gemsbok and kudu and an extensive variety of birdlife.

    The camp offers 10 Luxury Tents and 2 Thatched Honeymoon Suites that are well-appointed featuring wonderful views of the natural surrounds. Each guest can enjoy world-class cuisine served by candlelight on the lodge’s expansive teak deck.

    The spacious, thatched guest area is the heart of Thamo Telele. Large doors open onto a wide-angle teak deck shaded by Motsentsela trees, under which guests exchange stories, meals and drinks. Inside, you’ll find plush leather furnishings from which to enjoy a drink from the bar. Explore the large selection books on the nation’s explorers and history.

    Enjoy a warm drink around the communal fire as personal safari hosts and Royal Tree Lodge managers share life stories from over decades of safari experience. Relax by the pool or create your own adventurous safari by setting out on the well-marked walking trails. For the more adventurous, set off on a horseback safari, scenic flight over the delta, or mokoro canoe trip down the river.

    Overnight here on your way home to conduct your COVID testing.  It will generally work out cheaper than doing the in-Camp testing.

    About Maun, Botswana

    On the south-eastern edge of the Okavango Delta, straddling the banks of the Thamalakane River, the bustling frontier town of Maun serves as the gateway to northern Botswana. If you’re on a fly-in safari, you’ll likely not leave the airport, instead of making a quick change of planes before winging off into the central Delta.

    Those arriving by vehicle, however, usually stay a night or two, replenishing supplies, making repairs, getting laundry done and so on.

    Maun has large shopping centres, garages, banks, bars and camping supply stores, serving not just the steady stream of 4x4 visitors, but the hundreds of lodges, hotels, campsites and safari tour operators that ply their trade in the region.

    A number of companies offer light aircraft and helicopter scenic flips – with a minimum flight time of 45-minutes. As it takes a few minutes to get over the Okavango Delta properly, booking at least an hour is a good idea. Helicopters are more expensive, but the visibility and photo opportunities over the Okavango Delta are worth paying the extra.

    Reserve
    • Name
      Maun, Botswana
    Children

    All ages welcome

    Fast Facts
    • Bush Walks
    • Camp Fenced
    • Child Friendly
    • Fans
    • Limited Cellphone Signal
    • Malaria area
    • Outside Shower
    • Pool
    • Tented
    • Wi-Fi
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    Why We Love It
    • Thamo Telele forms part of the Natural Selection Portfolio and offers a lovely rustic experience for travellers to the Maun region of Botswana
    • Royal Tree Lodge is the perfect base from which to experience the bustling city of Maun
    • The lodge offers luxury tents and honeymoon chalets making it the perfect place for any group of travellers
    • Royal Tree Lodge is a small lodge perfect for discerning travellers looking to give back to the community as they enjoy the beauty of Africa. All proceeds are invested back into the community of Maun through the non-profit work of Love Botswana Outreach Mission
    • Guests can enjoy game drives in the iconic Moremi Game Reserve boasting a great wildlife selection
    Good to know
    • Families travelling with children under the age of 10 years old require a private vehicle
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    Thamo Telele Tented Suite Specials
    Details
    • 10 Luxury Tents

      2 Honeymoon Chalets

    • Setting: On the banks of the Thamalakane River
    Activities
    • Birding
    • Game Drives
    • Game Walks
    • Horseback Safaris
    • Scenic Flight
    Children

    All ages welcome

    Children Game Drive Policy

    6+ welcome on game drives

    Guests per Safari Vehicle

    6 Guests

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    Thamo Telele Tented Suite Specials
    Rates
    • Per person per night sharing
    • From
      R 2,530
    • Rules
      Book within 60 days of travel
    • Normal selling rate
      R 6,120
    • Save up to
      Save 59%
    • Validity Date
      Valid from 1 September 2025 until 31 March 2026
    • Prices are indicative. Please contact us for a comprehensive quotation.
    Rates Include
    • Accommodation in a Luxury Tent
    • Breakfast & Dinner Daily

    *Fully inclusive rates available on request 

    **Special discounted rate only bookable within 60 days of travel excluding October, November 2025, and January, February and March 2026 where advance bookings may be made at anytime for travel during these months.

    Closest Airport

    Maun Airport

    Drive Time

    20-minute drive or 5-minute Helicopter transfer from Maun Airport

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      Maun, Botswana
    Location
    • Royal Tree Lodge, Maun, Botswana

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    Terms and Conditions
    • All rates quoted are per person per night sharing
    • Please chat to one of our Game Lodge experts for the single accommodation & child rates
    • A number of our rates quoted are based on specials for SADC Residents
    • All rates quoted are based on a minimum stay of two nights
    • Any applicable Conservation Levies & Park Fees will be quoted as an additional amount and are subject to change
    • When we specify ‘Off Road’, this applies to Big 5 sightings only
    • Please note, childminding is generally at an additional cost
    Children

    All ages welcome

    Important Notes
    • A community conservation levy of R 275 per person per night, and is applicable to all bookings

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