Getting Here
The journey is part of the adventure
Whether by air or road, reaching Samonyana is an experience in itself.
By Air
Charter flights — the preferred route
Most guests arrive by light aircraft charter from Maun, landing at Seronga airfield. From there, our team meets you for an approximately 40-minute road transfer to the island — an unforgettable introduction to the delta.
- Nearest commercial airport
- Maun International (MUB)
- Airfield
- Seronga
- Road transfer from airfield
- Approx. 40 minutes
Air Travel
Air FAQs
By Road & Boat
Self-drive for the adventurous
For most guests, the self-drive route means driving to the mainland pickup point and taking a short boat transfer to the island. But for adventurous travellers with the right vehicle, there is another option entirely.
At certain times of year, when water levels allow, it is possible to drive directly onto the island. This involves crossing shallow water channels and flooded terrain — a genuinely exciting bush driving experience that very few destinations in Africa can offer. In exceptionally dry periods, the crossing has even been made in a two-wheel-drive vehicle, though a high-clearance 4×4 with snorkel is always recommended.
- Road pickup point
- 45 min from Maun by road
- Vehicle required
- 4WD with snorkel (recommended)
- Driving onto island
- Seasonal — water level dependent
- Boat transfer (alternative)
- 5–10 minutes to island
- Parking available
- Yes — secure and covered
Crossing the floodplain channels on the self-drive route to Samonyana — a highlight in itself.
Road & Transfer
Road transfer FAQs
Private Island Bookings
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Our team will coordinate every detail of your arrival.