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1/15 - Riverview Room: Sleeps 2 with en-suite facilities![2 of 15]()
2/15 - Riverview Rooms: external view![3 of 15]()
3/15 - Riverview Rooms: external view![4 of 15]()
4/15 - Individual braai areas in front each Riverview room![5 of 15]()
5/15 - Riverview Rooms: Sleeps 2 with en-suite facilities![6 of 15]()
6/15 - Kitchenette inside Riverview room![7 of 15]()
7/15 - Kitchenette in Riverview room![8 of 15]()
8/15 - Shower and toilet en-suite Riverview rooms![9 of 15]()
9/15 - Sparkling pool for use by residents![10 of 15]()
10/15 - Woodland Kingfisher: migrant visitor November to April and after whom we are named![11 of 15]()
11/15 - Frequently spotted on the riverbed: Kudu bull![12 of 15]()
12/15 - Bird and walking trail on Woodland's property![13 of 15]()
13/15 - Dry Tati River: The banks of which we are built on![14 of 15]()
14/15 - Largest Fig tree (42m span) within easy driving distance![15 of 15]()
15/15 - Kukonje Island: Also within easy driving distance
Woodlands Stop Over & Lodge
Room Only / Limited SC Accommodation In Francistown
| Address: | Plot 9/10/11, Francistown, Botswana |
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Woodlands Stop Over & Lodge
Room Only / Limited SC Accommodation In Francistown
WOODLANDS STOP OVER AND LODGE'S tranquil, out of the noisy city, location makes it an ideal destination for a few days or a quick stop over en-route to the Okavango Swamps, Chobe Game Reserve, Central Kalahari, Makgadigadi Pans, Botswana National Parks, Victoria Falls & other northern Zimbabwe destinations. Situated on the beautiful banks of the Tati River about 10km north of Francistown off A3 Nata/Maun Road. We are sited on the OLD HUNTERS' ROAD. An historic route travelled by hunters, explorers and missionaries of yesteryear.
Plan to stay with us a few days & let us organise day trips to various interesting spots in & around this area, or just stop to break the long journey for those exploring the northern territory of Botswana, returning home and for those wanting to be safely off the roads before dark.
Francistown International Airport is 10Kms from us and transfers can be arranged on special request.
We are a self-catering establishment.
WiFi is available to all resident guests.
Our facilities include:
- The Riverview rooms (8) have a kitchenette complete with fridge, microwave & all kitchen crockery and cutlery for self-catering.
- Crisp clean bedding provided.
- The rooms are fitted with fans for the hot months.
- En-suite shower and toilet.
- Braai areas are situated on the front lawns close to the rooms & there is parking right next to each room.
- Complimentary tea & coffee.
- There is access for guests to use the sparkling swimming pool at the campsite.
Bed Configuration
Riverview Room (Sleeps 2) x 8
Room 1 - three quarter, three quarter
Delicious homemade pre-prepared meals, braai packs, wood, ice & drinks as well as basic provisions are available.
There are a few good restaurants in the city which could be recommended to guests using the facility.
Our Activities include:
- Two walk & birding trails on the property and the bird life is an ornithologist's paradise.
- Dinkie Dam sports Tilapia fish for the ardent fisherman and novice alike.
- Day trips to places of extreme interest such as:
- Largest Baobab tree in the area
- A Fig Tree with a 42m span
- Mea Pan
- Kukonje Island
- Mukubilo Pan
- Nata Bird Sanctuary
Woodlands Lodge is more than a Stop Over & we encourage you to stay a few days to really appreciate the ambiance of peace & tranquility and watch the abundant bird life for which we are also well known.
- Trip Advisor Certificate Of Excellence 2016
- Airport (less than 15km)
- Airport transfers
- Car hire (less than 20km)
- Fishing onsite
- Hunting (less than 30km)
- Internet facilities
- Kitchenette only
- Nature trail onsite
- Outdoor pool
- Parking all onsite
- Tea / coffee making facilities
- WiFi
- Directions
GPS CO-ORDS
LATITUDE: S 21.08157, LONGITUDE: E27.46404(s)
21deg,04’min,54”sec: (e) 27deg,27’min,50”sec
Alternate GPS Co-Ords: Depending on settings of GPS Unit
s21 04 53.2 e27 27 50.7
S21 04.889 E27 27.843
s21 04.892 e27 27.840
Travelling from South Africa (north) on the A1.
When approaching Francistown, at the second traffic circle, turn left onto the A3-Nata/Kasane road.
After traveling 10km from Francistown look out for the “Woodlands Kingfisher” sign on the right hand side of the road (this sign board is exactly 2km after the Orapa Road turnoff). Turn right.
Once you are off the main road you will travel on a 7km, passable, dirt road (also fit for non 4WD vehicles) leading to the campsite which is well sign posted.
You will be welcomed by our friendly staff at reception.
Travelling from Zimbabwe on the A1.
When approaching Francistown, at the second large traffic light intersection, turn right.
Travel along this road going over the railway line and through three sets of traffic lights until the T-Junction.
Turn right onto the A3-Nata/Kasane road.
After traveling about 8km from Francistown look out for the “Woodlands Kingfisher” sign on the right hand side of the road (this sign board is exactly 2km after the Orapa Road turnoff). Turn right.
Once you are off the main road you will travel on a 7km, passable, dirt road (also fit for non 4WD vehicles) leading to the campsite which is well sign posted.
You will be welcomed by our friendly staff at reception.
Travelling from Nata/Kasane (south) on the A3.
When travelling south on the A3 from Nata/Kasane, the “Woodlands Kingfisher” sign board is clearly visible on the left hand side of the road about 190km south of Nata (8km after you have passed the sign board stating 20km to Francistown). Turn left.
Once you are off the main road you will travel on a 7km, passable, dirt road (also fit for non 4WD vehicles) leading to the campsite which is well sign posted.
You will be welcomed by our friendly staff at reception.
GPS CO-ORDS
LATITUDE: S 21.08157, LONGITUDE: E27.46404(s)
21deg,04’min,54”sec: (e) 27deg,27’min,50”sec
Alternate GPS Co-Ords: Depending on settings of GPS Unit
s21 04 53.2 e27 27 50.7
S21 04.889 E27 27.843
s21 04.892 e27 27.840
Travelling from South Africa (north) on the A1.
When approaching Francistown, at the second traffic circle, turn left onto the
A3-Nata/Kasane road.
After traveling 10km from Francistown look out for the “Woodlands Kingfisher”
sign on the right hand side of the road (this sign board is exactly 2km after
the Orapa Road turnoff). Turn right.
Once you are off the main road you will travel on a 7km, passable, dirt road
(also fit for non 4WD vehicles) leading to the campsite which is well sign
posted.
You will be welcomed by our friendly staff at reception.
Travelling from Zimbabwe on the A1.
When approaching Francistown, at the second large traffic light intersection,
turn right.
Travel along this road going over the railway line and through three sets of
traffic lights until the T-Junction.
Turn right onto the A3-Nata/Kasane road.
After traveling about 8km from Francistown look out for the “Woodlands
Kingfisher” sign on the right hand side of the road (this sign board is exactly
2km after the Orapa Road turnoff). Turn right.
Once you are off the main road you will travel on a 7km, passable, dirt road
(also fit for non 4WD vehicles) leading to the campsite which is well sign
posted.
You will be welcomed by our friendly staff at reception.
Travelling from Nata/Kasane (south) on the A3.
When travelling south on the A3 from Nata/Kasane, the “Woodlands Kingfisher”
sign board is clearly visible on the left hand side of the road about 190km
south of Nata (8km after you have passed the sign board stating 20km to
Francistown). Turn left.
Once you are off the main road you will travel on a 7km, passable, dirt road
(also fit for non 4WD vehicles) leading to the campsite which is well sign
posted.
You will be welcomed by our friendly staff at reception.
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1/15 - Riverview Room: Sleeps 2 with en-suite facilities![2 of 15]()
2/15 - Riverview Rooms: external view![3 of 15]()
3/15 - Riverview Rooms: external view![4 of 15]()
4/15 - Individual braai areas in front each Riverview room![5 of 15]()
5/15 - Riverview Rooms: Sleeps 2 with en-suite facilities![6 of 15]()
6/15 - Kitchenette inside Riverview room![7 of 15]()
7/15 - Kitchenette in Riverview room![8 of 15]()
8/15 - Shower and toilet en-suite Riverview rooms![9 of 15]()
9/15 - Sparkling pool for use by residents![10 of 15]()
10/15 - Woodland Kingfisher: migrant visitor November to April and after whom we are named![11 of 15]()
11/15 - Frequently spotted on the riverbed: Kudu bull![12 of 15]()
12/15 - Bird and walking trail on Woodland's property![13 of 15]()
13/15 - Dry Tati River: The banks of which we are built on![14 of 15]()
14/15 - Largest Fig tree (42m span) within easy driving distance![15 of 15]()
15/15 - Kukonje Island: Also within easy driving distance
