Safari lodges nestled among trees on a lush grassy plain next to a river delta

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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

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Both Belmond lodges

Allow us to arrange your booking for both our safari lodges in Botswana

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Accommodation

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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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Our Support of the Wild Entrust Africa Conservation Project

We’ve joined forces with Wild Entrust Africa to help mitigate the lethal conflict between predators and people in Northern Botswana. With the help of our partnership, six camera traps will assist the project’s ground-breaking scent-mark research, which keeps predators away from livestock and safely inside protected wildlife areas.

Our guests can visit the Wild Dog Research camp and listen to a Botswana Predator Conservation Programme researcher talk about their fascinating and invaluable work.

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View of the Savannah in patches of parched brown and russet red, studded with trees, seen from a helicopter cockpit.

A woman in a blue swimming costume laughs as her daughter jumps into the arms of a man in their private plunge pool.

With a jeep nearby, guests dine in the shade of a tall mopane tree, in tree-studded dry, gold grass plains, seen from above.

In the darkness of the bar at night, a guest raises a glass of red wine at a table illuminated by two candles and a lamp.

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A barman at Eagle Island Lodge laughs as he juggles three lemons behind the marble-top bar, with bottles shelves behind.

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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.

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Our duo of unforgettable adventures

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

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

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Wining and Dining

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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

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Grand Tour of Botswana

4 or 6 nights
Embark on the ultimate Belmond adventure in Botswana with a stay at our two uniquely enchanting safari lodges.

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Rugged peaks of the Table Mountain Reserve loom in dusty greens behind the confectionary-pink hotel and deep coral driveway.

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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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

6 nights
Experience extreme diversity as you explore the waterways of the Delta at Eagle Island Lodge, and 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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Eagle Island Lodge

Africa’s ultimate experiential safari lodge

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