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Motsentsela Tree Lodge is a small Lodge
ideally situated away from the bustle of
Maun, perfect for the more discerning
traveller, on his/her way to or from the
Okavango Delta.
Accommodation
 The Lodge consists of seven large Meru style
tents, each with en suite toilet facilities,
catering for a maximum of fourteen clients.
The tents are large enough to be very
comfortable, simply furnished but stylish
and attractive. All tents are on decks,
surrounded by trees and are well spaced for
privacy.
With the recent addition are 2 new Honeymoon
cottages – The Lodge can now accommodate 18
persons. The Cottages are thatched with a
unique outside shower set amongst the
forest. Another feature is an en suite large
circular bath with stunning views.
The main thatched complex consisting of bar,
lounge, entrance hall and dining room is
very spacious, stylishly furnished with
large windows. The front is bordered by a
large teak deck, which surrounds two large
trees, a Leadwood and a Birdplum, from which
the Lodge gets its Setswana name.
Slip into Safari
Mode
Motsentsela
Tree Lodge has seven tented safari rooms and
two honeymoon suites, that are so far from
camping it's not funny. They are so stylish
and comfortable, that you just hope your
next safari lodge in the Okavango Delta will
be this good. Maun is the base town from
which most Okavango Delta safaris start, and
to avoid the rush of connecting flights both
inward and outgoing, I recommend breaking
into safari mode slowly with a night or two
at Motsentsela Tree Lodge.
Classically simple yet effective, is the
impression you get at Motsentsela Tree
Lodge, but it is not always as simple as you
think to achieve that impression. For
example, who would have thought of looping
calico curtains onto a metal rod across the
flyscreen windows of a walk-in safari tent.
The effect is homely and comforting. The
large bed is plied with soft cushions on top
of crisp white linen, that just makes you
want to leap on it. Motsentsela Tree Lodge
safari tents are designed with the bed
centrally positioned against a
 false wall,
facing out towards the African bush. Bedside
tables and wall mounted attractive reading
lights create a feeling of permanency, as
does the free standing colonial bath tub and
double sinks on the reverse of the wall.
This clever design gives the canvas safari
room a spacious and airy feel, while
providing more home comforts than you
might expect. Additional thought has gone
into the closed off toilet and outside
reed-enclosed shower. The high canvas walls
are set upon a wooden floor scattered with
coir mats, which leads out onto your own
private deck. The most recent addition to
Motsentsela Tree Lodge are the two new
thatched honeymoon safari suites set
discreetly the trees, offering a bit more
luxury and privacy.
Walking
Trails
The Lodge is situated on a small game farm,
measuring 200 hectares and the game consists
of ostrich, giraffe, zebra, kudu, duiker,
springbok, impala, gemsbok, eland , jackal
and several nocturnal species including
aardwolf and aardwark. A recent bird count
notched up over 120 species.
There are 3 marked walking trails for guests
to explore the Farm and view the game and
bird life. These are safe and easy to use
and vary in length from ½ hour to 1 and half
hours depending on the stamina of the
guests!!
How to get there
From Maun airport . Transfer are included in
the price to and from Maun airport. Please
advise your arrival and departure times and
the Lodge will arrange your transfers
accordingly.
At the end of your safari : Your safari
company will either transfer you out to the
Lodge or will make arrangements
Self drive- All self drive clients are asked
to visit Travel Wild office opposite the
airport before 5pm on week days and 3.00pm
on weekends . Those with 4WD cars will be
given an escort and those with 2WD cars will
be shown where to leave their cars and will
be transferred out to the Lodge.
Prices
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Full board US$230 per
person/night |
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Dinner, bed and breakfast US$210 per
person/night |
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Bed and breakfast US$185 per person/night |
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All rates include transfers and wine with
dinner ( where applicable) |
Please
Note the Following Conditions
Prices may be subject to slight
variation on booking due to
fluctuations in the exchange
rates.
Regional flights are not
included although we have
competitive fares with Air
Botswana .
Rates are based on 2008 prices and are offered as a guideline.
Please ask for a quote in
conjunction with your safari
request.
Single supplements may apply in
high season.
Rates below are based on 2
people sharing .
All bookings subject to
availability.
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