Reviews of Thamalakane River Lodge
Wildlife sightings and reviews
60 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Thamalakane River Lodge and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
Mr & Mrs O
Somerset
"Thamalakane River Lodge review"
1 night Arrived 26 May 2024
"As a one night stop over in Maun this was a comfortable and welcoming lodge although sadly, through not fault of anybody’s, this experience was somewhat diminished by the ‘river’ being completely dry as they had experienced less rain than usual during the rainy season and the water coming down from Angola had not yet reached Maun.
On reflection although the food was good it was not as good as the food we had in the other camps.
The transfers to and from Maun Airport were very efficient." See all these reviews: 10n in Botswana
On reflection although the food was good it was not as good as the food we had in the other camps.
The transfers to and from Maun Airport were very efficient." See all these reviews: 10n in Botswana
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Good
Location:
Good
Service:
Good
Rooms:
Good
Food:
Average
The Digsters
UK
"Thamalakane River Lodge review"
1 night Arrived 27 Sep 2023
"Thamalakane River Lodge is about 30 Minutes drive from Maun airport, set right on the river in a quiet location. Grounds are lush and well maintained with a small swimming pool (we didn't use this).
The rooms are individual chalets that are set within the grounds and are spacious and comfortable, with drinking water provided, tea and coffee station and a large bathroom. Ours had a river view. There is a large dining deck and the night we stayed it was a buffet, which was varied and tasty.
We only stayed one night but as a stopover on the way to the Delta we couldn't fault it. The lodge picked us up and delivered us back to Maun airport for our flights. On time and professional." See all these reviews: 8n in Botswana
The rooms are individual chalets that are set within the grounds and are spacious and comfortable, with drinking water provided, tea and coffee station and a large bathroom. Ours had a river view. There is a large dining deck and the night we stayed it was a buffet, which was varied and tasty.
We only stayed one night but as a stopover on the way to the Delta we couldn't fault it. The lodge picked us up and delivered us back to Maun airport for our flights. On time and professional." See all these reviews: 8n in Botswana
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent
Location:
Excellent
Service:
Excellent
Rooms:
Excellent
Food:
Excellent
Mr D.
Stillwater
"Thamalakane River Lodge review"
1 night Arrived 8 Jun 2023
"This spot was a bit outside of Maun and in the opposite direction than we were heading out the next morning but I don't know what lodging options might have put us on the road SW of Maun (our path the next day) and I really liked the lodge and setting very much so...no complaints."
See all these reviews: 9n in Namibia; 5n in Botswana; 2n in Zimbabwe; 1n in South Africa
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent
Location:
Average
Service:
Excellent
Rooms:
Good
Food:
Excellent
Mr & Mrs H
Lisvane
"Thamalakane River Lodge review"
1 night Arrived 3 May 2023
"Thamalakane River Lodge is a very comfortable one night stop and is in a great location by the river and close to the airport. The staff are very friendly and efficient.The evening meal choices are limited but the vegetarian option was very good.
If we return to Botswana we would definitely return to Thamalakane rather than overnight in Johannesburg." See all these reviews: 10n in Botswana
If we return to Botswana we would definitely return to Thamalakane rather than overnight in Johannesburg." See all these reviews: 10n in Botswana
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Good
Location:
Good
Service:
Good
Facilities:
Good
Rooms:
Good
Food:
Good
Mr & Mrs D
E Sussex
"Thamalakane River Lodge review"
1 night Arrived 19 Nov 2022
"An ideal Lodge at which to overnight after our safari.
A lovely location overlooking the river.
Friendly and helpful staff." See all these reviews: 10n in Botswana
A lovely location overlooking the river.
Friendly and helpful staff." See all these reviews: 10n in Botswana
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent
Location:
Excellent
Service:
Good
Facilities:
Good
Rooms:
Excellent
Food:
Good
Mr & Mrs C
Edinburgh
"Thamalakane River Lodge review"
1 night Arrived 15 Oct 2022
"We stayed just one night at this Lodge, having flown from Cape Town and flying on to Lagoon the next morning.
It was a very hot day but the Lodge was in all ways good. It's in an excellent location for a short stay like this and we would certainly recommend it for this purpose.
The room was spacious and comfortable and the food was good.
What was very good was the way in which we were met on arrival at Maun Airport, assisted in clearing all formalities easily, and were driven to the Lodge comfortably. Equally good were the arrangements for our departure the next morning." See all these reviews: 12n in Botswana
It was a very hot day but the Lodge was in all ways good. It's in an excellent location for a short stay like this and we would certainly recommend it for this purpose.
The room was spacious and comfortable and the food was good.
What was very good was the way in which we were met on arrival at Maun Airport, assisted in clearing all formalities easily, and were driven to the Lodge comfortably. Equally good were the arrangements for our departure the next morning." See all these reviews: 12n in Botswana
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Good
Location:
Excellent
Service:
Good
Rooms:
Good
Food:
Good
Mr & Mrs V.
Leiden
"Thamalakane River Lodge review"
1 night Arrived 11 Oct 2022
"Nice settings, spacious chalets and a friendly staff.
Not too far from Maun town centre and a comfortable start of the trip." See all these reviews: 11n in Botswana
Not too far from Maun town centre and a comfortable start of the trip." See all these reviews: 11n in Botswana
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Good
Location:
Good
Service:
Good
Facilities:
Good
Rooms:
Good
Food:
Good
Andy & Karen
Malvern
"Thamalakane River Lodge review"
1 night Arrived 13 Jul 2022
"Only used as an overnighter but comfortable and friendly in a nice position on the river.
The driver who looked after us here (whose name I sadly cannot remember) really helped us out re the lost luggage. He drove us around Maun shopping and also helped with a local SIM card purchase." See all these reviews: 14n in Botswana
The driver who looked after us here (whose name I sadly cannot remember) really helped us out re the lost luggage. He drove us around Maun shopping and also helped with a local SIM card purchase." See all these reviews: 14n in Botswana
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Good
Location:
Excellent
Service:
Good
Rooms:
Good
Food:
Good
Mr & Mrs S
Kure Beach
"Thamalakane River Lodge review"
1 night Arrived 13 Jun 2022
"We very much enjoyed our 1 night stay with the Lodge to allow a day between our mobile safari and the long journey home.
We found the staff very friendly and helpful.
Transfers to/from airport and meals also went very well with good quality food offerings." See all these reviews: 11n in Botswana; 3n in Zimbabwe
We found the staff very friendly and helpful.
Transfers to/from airport and meals also went very well with good quality food offerings." See all these reviews: 11n in Botswana; 3n in Zimbabwe
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent
Location:
Excellent
Service:
Excellent
Rooms:
Excellent
Food:
Good
Mrs and Mrs C.
London
"Thamalakane River Lodge review"
1 night Arrived 27 May 2022
"A good stopover 30 minutes drive from Maun and we were glad we chose to do this rather than fly straight to our first camp after London-Joburg-Maun.
The chalet was very spacious with a great view over the river and a marvellous red sunset. The owner was very welcoming. Dinner on the terrace was very slow to arrive which was a shame as we were rather tired and keen to get to bed.
The early morning transfer back to Maun airport was good." See all these reviews: 10n in Botswana; 2n in Zimbabwe
The chalet was very spacious with a great view over the river and a marvellous red sunset. The owner was very welcoming. Dinner on the terrace was very slow to arrive which was a shame as we were rather tired and keen to get to bed.
The early morning transfer back to Maun airport was good." See all these reviews: 10n in Botswana; 2n in Zimbabwe
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Good
Location:
Excellent
Service:
Good
Rooms:
Excellent
Food:
Average
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