11 chalets
River-view Chalet
Thatched, glass-fronted chalet with an en-suite bathroom and private deck above the Boteti River.Enquire about this stay We will confirm the price for this room and your party.
Boteti River - Makgadikgadi Pans National Park · Botswana
Leroo La Tau
A riverfront safari lodge overlooking the Boteti, with game viewing and seasonal Makgadikgadi experiences.
SettingBoteti River - Makgadikgadi Pans National Park
Property typeSafari lodge
Rooms & suites12
CollectionDesert & Delta Safaris
Why stay here
The setting.
The experience.
Leroo La Tau, by Desert & Delta Safaris, is beautifully situated above the Boteti River, which forms the western boundary of Makgadikgadi Pans National Park. This prime location is renowned for attracting large herds of zebras—up to 30,000—and wildebeests who come to drink from the river, along with elephants, crocodiles, and other surprising wildlife sightings right in front of the lodge. The lodge accommodates up to 24 guests in 11 luxurious en suite chalets and a Family Suite, featuring two interleading en suite rooms.
Each thatched and glass-fronted chalet includes a private viewing deck offering unobstructed river views, where guests can often watch wildlife in action. From May to October, the incredible zebra migration can be observed from both the chalets and the main lodge areas. The main area of Leroo La Tau includes a boma and fire pit set atop the cliffs of the Boteti River Valley, a photographic hide for both daytime and night time viewing, and the option for private dining upon request.
The lodge also offers a dining room, curio shop, swimming pool, reading room, and several indoor and outdoor seating areas by the bar. Expansive wooden decks seamlessly connect the lodge to its natural surroundings.
Ask us which room suits your party, what is included and how this stay connects with the rest of your route. We will check availability for your dates before confirming arrangements.
Ask if this stay suits youWhy consider it
The details that
shape the stay.
- 01
Private chalet decks above the Boteti River
- 02
A photographic hide for wildlife viewing by the river
- 03
Seasonal zebra and wildebeest movements
- 04
Makgadikgadi Pans sleep-outs on qualifying three-night stays, subject to dates and availability
Rooms & suites
Choose the space
that feels right.
From the setting to the sleeping arrangements, the right room makes a difference. We will help you choose the space that suits you and your travelling companions.
1 family suite with 2 en-suite bedrooms
Family Suite
Family Suite with two en-suite bedrooms. Room allocation and arrangements for children are confirmed before booking.Enquire about this stay We will confirm the price for this room and your party.
At the property
Comforts,
considered.
- Swimming pool
- Photographic hide overlooking the Boteti River
- Reading room
- Boma and fire pit
- Dining room, bar and curio shop
Experiences at this stay
Let the setting
lead the day.
We will confirm which experiences are available for your dates, whether they are private or shared, and any additional costs. Some activities depend on weather, minimum ages or local operating conditions.
01
Guided game drives
Follow the Boteti River through Makgadikgadi Pans National Park with the lodge’s guides. Seasonal zebra movements and predators shape each drive. The remote salt pans are not part of the daily game-drive route.
02
Boating experiences
Explore the Boteti River by motorboat when water levels permit. This is a seasonal experience, not a guaranteed part of every stay; we will confirm operating conditions for your dates.
03
Birding
Look for resident and migratory birds along the Boteti River with your guide. The riverside hide offers another quiet vantage point; sightings vary with the season.
04
Scenic flights
An optional helicopter flight reveals the scale of the pans and the Boteti landscape. Flights and helicopter transfers carry additional charges and depend on weather and availability.
05
Cultural encounters
A locally guided visit to nearby Khumaga offers time to learn about everyday life and local craft. Arrangements are made with the community and the lodge, with respect for residents’ privacy.
06
Makgadikgadi Pans sleep-out
Spend a night beneath the open sky on the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans. Available on qualifying stays of three nights or more from 15 June to 31 October, subject to weather, availability and advance reservation. Optional helicopter transfers cost extra.
07
Nxai Pan day trip
On stays of three nights or more, a day excursion can take you to Nxai Pan National Park and Baines’ Baobabs, with lunch while exploring. Reserve in advance; the final plan depends on local conditions and availability.
Location & access
Getting here,
thoughtfully.
Above the Boteti River on the western boundary of Makgadikgadi Pans National Park.
Airstrip transfers and light-aircraft connections are arranged around your confirmed route. Exact flight times are confirmed before travel.
A guide to pricing
Your stay,
considered.
Your personal proposal will reflect your travel dates, room choice, length of stay and any qualifying privilege. We will confirm the current price and inclusions before you book.
Inclusions and exclusions
Included
- Accommodation and scheduled safari activities
- All meals and refreshments
- Local spirits and wines, excluding premium brands
- Laundry, national park fees, government levies and 14% Botswana VAT
Not included
- Air transfers unless expressly included in your selected journey package. Air-fuel surcharges are additional
- Premium drinks and personal purchases
- Optional private activities and specialist guiding unless included in your confirmed arrangements
Inclusions may vary by room or offer. Your personal proposal will confirm the arrangements for your stay.
Seasonal closures
Scheduled annual closure1 February–1 March 2027
Rates and availability are confirmed in your personal proposal, alongside the arrangements and inclusions for your stay.
Current travel privileges
Make more
of your stay.
A little longer to explore, or a thoughtful extra. We check each offer against your travel dates and recommend the one that best complements your journey.
Enquire about this offerA little more, thoughtfully included
Best of Desert & Delta Safaris
A flexible circuit of three to ten consecutive nights across participating lodges, with scheduled light-aircraft sectors selected for the final route.
Stays of eight nights or more may qualify for a complimentary night, subject to the package rules.
Chobe Game Lodge may anchor the beginning or end of the journey.
Chobe Savanna Lodge is excluded.
This package cannot be combined with another promotion; flight fuel supplements and optional experiences are quoted separately.
Dates & conditions
Enquire about this offer Selected 2027 departures · participating lodges and availability confirmed in your proposal
A little more, thoughtfully included
Ultimate Family Safari
A safari of three nights or more for at least three family members, with children aged six and older.
Family accommodation is subject to availability, with a dedicated family host and age-appropriate activities.
A private-activity supplement normally applies; qualifying bookings of five full-paying guests may receive private activities without that charge, subject to vehicle capacity and availability.
Air-fuel surcharges are additional.
We confirm the route, rooms and complete price before booking.
Chobe Savanna Lodge is excluded.
Dates & conditions
Enquire about this offer Selected 2027 departures · child and room eligibility confirmed at enquiry
A little more, thoughtfully included
Green Season Discovery
Six nights at two participating lodges on a Maun-return safari, including the scheduled light-aircraft sectors in the package.
This offer cannot be combined with another promotion.
Air-fuel surcharges and optional experiences are additional; the final route and room selection are confirmed with your proposal.
Dates & conditions
Enquire about this offer Travel 6 January–31 March 2027 · subject to lodge opening dates and availability
A little more, thoughtfully included
Longer-stay value
Published long-stay tiers are available for qualifying five- to six-night and seven-night-plus stays.
The appropriate tier depends on lodge, room category and travel dates; we will compare it with any eligible package before quoting.
Dates & conditions
Enquire about this offer Selected 2027 stays · eligibility confirmed in your proposal
A little more, thoughtfully included
Ten-night honeymoon journey
A considered route linking Chobe Game Lodge, Sediba Sa Rona, Leroo La Tau and Nxamaseri Island Lodge, with four distinctive settings and selected private touches.
The Chobe suite upgrade is subject to availability.
The Nxamaseri stay is two nights, so its three-night Tsodilo sleep-out is not included.
Scheduled charter sectors, any fuel supplements and exact inclusions are confirmed in the personal proposal.
Dates & conditions
Enquire about this offer Selected 2027 departures · ten nights · subject to availability
A little more, thoughtfully included
Makgadikgadi Pans sleep-out
On a stay of at least three nights, request a shared sleep-out on the pans at no additional experience charge.
A private arrangement for up to six guests can be quoted separately.
Weather, park conditions and availability govern every departure.
Dates & conditions
Enquire about this offer 15 June–31 October 2027 · advance reservation required
Before your stay
The details,
made clear.
Children aged six and older are welcome. Children under 16 must share accommodation with an adult.
Private activity arrangements are required for families travelling with children under 12. Applicable charges and activity age restrictions are confirmed before booking.
Family Suite pricing and minimum occupancy are confirmed separately for your party.
Good to know
The questions
that matter.
Where is Leroo La Tau?
Leroo La Tau is in Boteti River - Makgadikgadi Pans National Park, Botswana.
What does a stay at Leroo La Tau cost?
Pricing varies by room, season and travel date. Tell us what you have in mind and Travel African Time will prepare a tailored quote, including any offer that genuinely benefits your journey.
What room types does Leroo La Tau have?
Leroo La Tau offers River-view Chalet, Family Suite. Photographs, room details and guest configurations are set out above.
Does Leroo La Tau have seasonal closures?
Scheduled annual closure: 1 February–1 March 2027.
Is Leroo La Tau suitable for children?
The current minimum child age is listed as 6. Activity restrictions and private-vehicle requirements can still apply, so we will confirm the policy for your family and travel dates.
What is the best way to include Leroo La Tau in a Botswana journey?
We consider the season, your interests, routing and pace together. Leroo La Tau can then be combined with a contrasting stay or region to create a more complete Botswana experience.
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