Know before you go
Hi, I'm Eve. Here are a few practical things to know before exploring Elephant Sands Lodge.
Local know-how to help you travel smarter and make the most of every moment.
Experience unparalleled elephant encounters in their natural habitat at this unique Botswana bush lodge and campsite near Nata.
Elephant Sands Lodge, located 53km north of Nata, Botswana, offers a unique wildlife experience. This unfenced bush lodge and campsite allows elephants and other animals to roam freely, providing guests with unparalleled close encounters at the lodge's natural waterhole.
Opening times, essentials, and a few local tips gathered into one calmer, easier-to-scan planning section.
Hi, I'm Eve. Here are a few practical things to know before exploring Elephant Sands Lodge.
Local know-how to help you travel smarter and make the most of every moment.
Driving
From Nata, drive approximately 53 km north on the A33 towards Kasane. Look for the Elephant Sands sign and bus stop on the left. Turn left onto the sand road and follow it for about 1.4 km to reach the lodge. Note that higher ground clearance is recommended for the final stretch.
Public Transport
Buses run between Francistown-Nata, Nata-Kasane and Nata-Maun. Get off at the Elephant Sands sign and bus stop on the A33, roughly 53km north of Nata. From there, it's a 1.4km drive along a sandy road to the lodge; arrange for pickup in advance.
Use Elephant Sands Lodge as your starting point for nearby food, family ideas, nightlife, and more local discoveries.
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