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Feline Fields by Mantis
A Mantis Eco Lodge Experience
Overview
An Exclusive Kalahari Safari
Remember a forgotten part of Botswana; come to Feline Fields by Mantis. Absolutely pristine, even the skies are barren of man-made flight. This vast Kalahari desert is alive with life. African elephants, leopards, gemsbok, brown hyenas and the occasional pack of wild dogs roam freely over the endless semi-desert planes.
There is an ancient soul that ignites this place; it is heard in the rapid syllables of the Ju-Huansi and Kung! Bushmen songs that flame night fires. These wise desert nomads have been here for thousands of years; living as their ancestors did. We are privileged to be able to introduce you to them so you can learn their ways.
Accommodation
Exclusive and Private
The Suites at Feline Fields by Mantis are positioned on the edge of a woodland and designed to fit into, conserve, and give you unlimited views of the surrounding landscape.
Spaced out to give each guest privacy, the Suites are designed on a 1,000 square-foot, raised wooden deck made from sustainably sourced hardwood. Wood, clay and thatch open-air structures that are cleverly designed to protect guests from the elements.
3 Pool Suites
A romantic hideaway with a private heated swimming pool
3 Bush Suites
A tented suite with an open air bath
1 Family Villa
Luxurious glamping for the whole family
Khwai Camp
Luxury tented mobile safari
Dining
Sophisticated cuisine
Dining
There’s a wizard in the kitchen at Feline Fields by Mantis; her name is Pauline. Together with her team, she conjures up magical meals from different parts of the world....
Facilities
Recreational
Cqwihaba Caves visit (World Heritage Site)
Authentic bushman experience
Guided walking safari
Daily Game Drives
Sand bikes
Tennis Court
Horse rides
Bird watching
The Mantis Factor
The Feline Fields Trust
Environmentally Sensitive
Solar-powered
Food & Drink
All meals & beverages included
High tea
Boma dinners
Unique features
Star bed
Wellness
Massage treatments
Location
The Kalahari Desert is a large semi-arid sandy savannah in Southern Africa extending for 900,000 square kilometres (350,000 sq mi), covering much of Botswana, parts of Namibia and regions of South Africa. The Kalahari is a semi-desert, with huge tracts of excellent grazing after good rains, the Kalahari supports more animals and plants than a true desert, such as the Namib Desert to the west. There are small amounts of rainfall and the summer temperature is very high. Feline Fields by Mantis is located North-West of Botswana, between the Okavango Delta and the Namibian border.
To fully appreciate the immense remoteness of Feline Feilds, arriving by helicopter is recommended, with a flight time of 50min from Maun to the Lodge.
The Gumare Airstrip is located 1h10mins from the lodge should guests make use of private air charter in a light aircraft.
Feline Fields by Mantis offers complimentary 3-hour (200km) road transfers from Maun airport in a 4×4 air-con vehicle.
Experiences
Learn from the Bushman of Botswana
A glimpse into their spirituality and partnership with nature
Star Bed at Feline Fields
A night under the Kalahari Desert Sky
Fat Biking at Feline Fields
Cycle Through the Kalahari