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Nguma Island Lodge

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Country
Botswana
Province/State
NGAMILAND DISTRICT
City
Okavango Delta
Physical Address
Guma Lodge, Etsha 13, Okavango Delta, Botswana
Postal Address
P.O. Box 772, Hurlinghamview, 2070, Gauteng, South Africa
Telephone Number
Backpack Africa call centre telephone no:
+27 (0)11 880 5108
Fax Number
Backpack Africa call centre fax no:
+27 (0)11 880 5655
Cell Number
Backpack Africa after hours no:
+27 (0)82 490 1229

INTRODUCTION

THE ULTIMATE OKAVANGO EXPERIENCE
Welcome to the home page of Guma Lodge.

Guma Lodge offers peace and tranquility with a spectacular and exclusive view over the Lagoon, one of the largest Lagoons in the North West of the Delta.

The lodge is situated on the banks of the beautiful Lagoon bordered by Palm trees, Papyrus and Reed beds.

A 40 minute boat drive brings you to the main Okavango River in the pan handle where Tiger fish abound and the many inlets offer good Bream fishing.

Guma Lodge offers a very relaxed family atmosphere, a fishing, Mokoro and birdwatchers paradise.


ACCOMMODATION
Guma Lodge offers both luxury accommodation in stilted tents and has camping facilities.


LODGE
Set amongst large indigenous trees, the Lodge offers accommodation in 8 stilted luxury meru en-suite tents.

Meals include full English breakfast, hot or cold lunch and three course dinner.


CAMP SITE
This self-catering facility can accommodate 8 campers in walk-in tents with beds and all linen provided but not towels.

The campsite can also accommodate 4 rooftop tents or 4 self erected tents.

 Separate ablution facilities, scullery and mess are available.


ACTIVITIES
Guma Lodge offers a host of activities for guests to participate in whilst at the Lodge.


FISHING
There is excellent Tiger fishing throughout the year except in July and August, as well as Bream and Barbel.

The Barbel run starts anytime from mid to late September and can go on until December.

Fishing gear is available for use.


BIRD WATCHING
This is a prime spot for bird watching, by mokoro, boat or on walks.


MOKORO TRAILS
Dependant on water and flood from Angola. Half day and full day trips available. Overnight trips can also be arranged however equipment is to be supplied by clients.


BOATING
The lodge provides 4 large boats which take 6 - 8 people.

Special boating arrangements for fly fishing groups can be made on request.


PICNIC / BARBEQUE
One of the specialties of the lodge is the way in which it caters for food and refreshments during boating and Mokoro day trips.


FACILITIES

Bar,Braai/Barbeque,Laundry,Swimming Pool,Cleaning Service,Free Pick Up

ACTIVITIES

On-site Activities
Angling,Bird - Watching,Canoeing,Game Drives,Game Safaris,Hiking
Off-site Activities
Angling,Bird - Watching,Canoeing,Game Drives,Hiking

Accommodation offered at this Establishment

All prices quoted on this page are in the native currency of  Botswana
To see these prices quoted in your currency, please select a currency from the list and wait for the amount to display!

Name of Accom Unit

Accommodation Type

Max no of persons

Unit Price
High Season

Low Season

Pricing Method

Single Supplement
High Season

Low Season

Unit includes

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Luxury Meru en-suite Tent 1 Safari Tent 2

BWP 946.00

BWP 946.00

Per Person Sharing

BWP 0.00

BWP 0.00

Bathroom, 10% Sales Tax and Dinner, bed and breakfast, all activities
Luxury Meru en-suite Tent 2 Safari Tent 2

BWP 946.00

BWP 946.00

Per Person Sharing

BWP 0.00

BWP 0.00

Bathroom, 10% Sales Tax, Dinner, bed and breakfast, all activieties
Camping Camping 10

BWP 60.00

BWP 60.00

Per Person Sharing

BWP 0.00

BWP 0.00

Campsite facilities and 10% Sales Tax only No generators and no fridge
Luxury Meru en-suite Tent 3 Safari Tent 2

BWP 946.00

BWP 946.00

Per Person Sharing

BWP 0.00

BWP 0.00

Bathroom, Dinner, bed & breakfast + 10% sales tax plus all activities
Commercial Pilots and Guides Safari Tent 1

BWP 495.00

BWP 495.00

Per Person Sharing

BWP 0.00

BWP 0.00

10% sales tax plus dinner, lunch and breakfast and all activities.
Single Supplement strictly applied 1

BWP 378.00

BWP 378.00

Per Person Sharing

BWP 0.00

BWP 0.00

10% sales tax plus full meals plus all activities
Etsha Transfers Safari Tent 4

BWP 385.00

BWP 385.00

Per Unit

BWP 0.00

BWP 0.00

Inclues 10% sales tax and maximum 4 persons per vehicle
Dinner Camping 4

BWP 75.00

BWP 75.00

Per Person Sharing

BWP 0.00

BWP 0.00

Meal only
Breakfast Continental Camping 4

BWP 15.00

BWP 15.00

Per Person Sharing

BWP 0.00

BWP 0.00

Meal only
Breakfast English Camping 4

BWP 35.00

BWP 35.00

Per Person Sharing

BWP 0.00

BWP 0.00

Meal only
Lunch Camping 4

BWP 45.00

BWP 45.00

Per Person Sharing

BWP 0.00

BWP 0.00

Meal only
Packed Lunch Camping 4

BWP 20.00

BWP 20.00

Per Person Sharing

BWP 0.00

BWP 0.00

Meal only

Tours on offer from this vendor

All prices quoted on this page are in the native currency of  Botswana
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A snapshot of tours on offer here:

Tour Name

Duration of the Tour

Total Cost

Start Dates

 

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Mokoro Day Poling Trips for 2 persons 1 days BWP 465.00
Fly Fishing Boat Hire Tour 1 hours BWP 143.00

 

Getting to us

DIRECTIONS TO GUMA FROM MAUN
Guma Lodge is accessable by road from Maun by normal saloon car. The last 13 kilometres from Etsha 13 to Guma Lodge are only negotiable by 4x4 vehicle. You can drive to Etsha 13 and then leave your vehicle there. We will collect you from Etsha 13. This can be arranged when you make your booking.


By Vehicle
Tar road from Maun to Etsha 13, approximately 13 km's. Last 11 km's from Etsha 13 to Guma only negotiable by 4x4, but facilities are available to leave saloon cars at Etsha 13 and transfer to the Lodge by 4x4 arranged. Total mileage from Maun to Guma is 311 km's.

N.B Petrol available in Maun and Etsha 6, approximately 285km's from Maun and 26 km's from the lodge.


By Plane
Airstrip at Lodge is suitable for most single engine and light twin engine aircraft.




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