Okavango Delta Safari | Eagle Island Lodge, A Belmond Safari

Africa’s ultimate experiential safari lodge

Discover a modern, sophisticated sanctuary on a private island at the heart of the Okavango Delta

Eagle Island Lodge brings timeless luxury to the Botswana wetlands. High-ceilinged tented rooms flood with light; each has a plunge pool and oversized bed with views of the Delta. Get closer to the wildlife of this UNESCO World Heritage Site—silently glide past hippos in a traditional canoe as fish eagles soar overhead. Eagle Island Lodge is now open.

Please note: Water-based safaris are dependent on flood levels in the Delta which are usually highest from May-September

Let's Africa Together

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Soar in the skies

Explore the waterways of the Okavango Delta on a thrilling open door helicopter ride. Marvel at the roaming wildlife and stunning landscape from a unique perspective.

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Make a splash

Why not opt for a water safari to explore the wonders of the Delta? Glide on a mokoro canoe before enjoying a waterside picnic. Drift through the wetlands on a sunset barge cruise. Or thrill-seek with a speedboat safari.

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Passion for provenance

Forage for wild sage with our in-house chef and create delicious infused cocktails. Learn all about the importance of food provenance and how we support local farmers.

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Accommodation

Just 12 large, light-flooded tented rooms make up the total accommodation of this intimate retreat. Each is carefully positioned to afford total privacy—and unspoiled Botswana vistas.

Shelter from the midday heat for a cool siesta, or soak in your private plunge pool. Take to the terrace for a front row seat and watch the theatre of the savannah unfold.

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Let's Botswana

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Let's run wild

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Let's be blissful

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Let's taste the untamed

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Let's horseback adventure

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Let's Safari

The History

Integral to the rich history of Botswana, the lodge was established in the 1900s when intrepid explorers and crocodile hunters first flocked to the delta. Since then, we’ve refined safari living to an art. Eagle Island Lodge is among the most environmentally friendly lodges in the country, and our private drives are a truly intimate way to get closer to the country's natural wonders.

One of three unforgettable adventures

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Eagle Island Lodge

In the heart of UNESCO wetlands, this newly renovated lodge offers boutique tents and thrilling helicopter safaris.

Discover Eagle Island Lodge

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Savute Elephant Lodge

Unpredictable wet and dry cycles create a dynamic landscape alive with a vibrant, raw energy—and wildlife to match.

Discover Savute Elephant Lodge

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Khwai River Lodge

Sitting in a carefully protected zone, animals roam free in this dramatic region of the Moremi Reserve.

Discover Khwai River Lodge

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All Inclusive

Wining and Dining

The Restaurant

Listen for the evocative fish eagle whistle while you dine. The soft lighting casts evocative shadows, and dark woods create a cosy feel. Tempted by barbecued treats? Swap stories by starlight beside our open campfire.

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Our Africa Itineraries

Splendours of Africa

11 nights
Experience the splendours of Africa; a luxurious stay at Mount Nelson, a journey on the legendary Rovos Rail, and the untamed romance of Belmond Safaris.

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Two Worlds Collide

11 nights
Embark on a journey that contrasts the dramatic, beautiful deserts of Namibia with the lush bush-life of Belmond Safaris in Botswana.

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Ultimate Africa

22 nights
Why leave your heart wanting more? From exciting city life to adventurous wilderness and calming turquoise beaches, explore all that makes Southern Africa special.

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Best of Both

7 nights
Marvel at the teeming wildlife and majestic scenery of Botswana on a Belmond Safari before being captured by the spellbinding drama of the Victoria Falls.

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Botswana At Its Best

4 or 6 nights
Experience extreme diversity as you explore the waterways of the Delta at Eagle Island Lodge. View Africa’s Big Game in the forested Khwai River Lodge. Listen to the rumble of elephants through Savute Elephant Lodge.

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Romancing the Senses

7 nights
Combine an action-packed stay at a Belmond safari lodge in Botswana with an indulgent beach break on a journey perfect for honeymooners or families.

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Journey to the Heart of Africa

10 nights
Discover the joie de vivre of Johannesburg. Experience the thrills of Belmond Safaris. Be part of the vibrant, cosmopolitan city of Cape Town at Mount Nelson.

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Safari Trilogy

10 nights
Stay at any Belmond Safari and explore the Okavango Delta in Botswana, a vibrant wetland and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Witness the majestic feline colonies of the Sabi Sand, and learn about rhino conservation among the rugged landscape of the Kalahari Desert.

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Whales & Wine

7 nights
After a luxury stay at Mount Nelson, sample award-winning vintages in the famous Winelands region. Then head to coastal Hermanus, where the seasonal whales make their annual visit.

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