Botswana: Ker & Downey's new Okavango Delta property - Maxa Camp

KER & DOWNEY BOTSWANA'S INNOVATIVE NEW PROPERTY IN THE OKAVANGO DELTA

Through a partnership with the Mmagamka Trust and members of the Bukakhwe tribe who live in the village of Gudigwa, Ker & Downey Botswana’s new Okavango Delta property will open on the 20th March 2025. 

ABOUT MAXA

Nestled under a canopy of towering Ebony trees, Maxa overlooks the permanent Maxa Lagoon, and is located on the South-Eastern Panhandle within Botswana’s Okavango Delta. Ideally situated where the nutrient rich clear headwaters of the Okavango meet the meandering channels of the Selinda Spillway, an expansive network of seldomly explored seasonal floodplains, this fascinating area in the heart of the Kaza Transfrontier Park (an area half the size of California) features a network of permanent and seasonally inundated channels and lagoons.

The philosophy of Maxa centers around exploration, learning and the freedom to be immersed in nature. The camp’s unique appearance captures this with a freeform separated lounge and dining area, set under light canvas roofs, partially enclosed by traditional clay walls. The design is complemented with handmade local furniture which lends a creative spirit to the decor and lighting.

Situated between the lounge and dining areas, with white delta sand underfoot, is the camp “courtyard”, with picnic style tables for meals in the breezy shade or under the stars.  In a culinary twist, a central feature of the main area is a termite mound that originally helped form the island.  Here, guests will be welcomed by the smells of freshly baked bread and muffins from Maxa’s wood fired “oven” which will also produce other delightful meals prepared meticulously by our chef.

At the edge of the camp’s riverine forest tree over looking the lagoon is another cluster of Ebony trees, forming a natural enclosure. Here, a Sala with a cushioned day bed is complemented by an elevated deck, with a suspended cargo net hammock bedecked with an array of pillows and cushions, from where guests can take in the beautiful surrounds.

Accommodating up to 12 guests, the tented rooms are practical, yet comfortable, with four beautifully designed stretch canvas tents on decks, comprising an en-suite indoor bathroom as well as full outdoor open air bathroom.  The Maxa family tent has two bedrooms and a shared ensuite bathroom along with an outdoor bathroom.

Every day at Maxa is curated as a day of exploration and unforgettable wildlife encounters. Camp excursions include mokoro (dugout canoe), guided walking safaris and nature drives (both by day and night). Activities also incorporate local cultural insights with the exploration of the natural heritage of this immensely diverse region.

Access to and from Maxa will be by helicopter from Shinde airstrip, a short yet exciting scenic transfer over breathtaking stretches of the Okavango World Heritage Site.

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Namibia: African Monarch Lodges updates

African Monarch Lodges

African Monarch Lodges, encompassing Nambwa Tented Lodge, Kazile Island Lodge and Nambwa Campsite stand as the exclusive accommodations nestled within Namibia's Bwabwata National Park, situated in the Zambezi Region (formerly Caprivi Strip), and part of KAZA.

An Okavango Delta experience at Namibian dollar prices, and don’t forget, we are a great addition to itineraries that include Zimbabwe, Zambia and Botswana.

We are also home to The Sijwa Project, a community-based project where community members whom we trained, recycle waste into artisanal crafts. As joint venture lodges we serve as custodians of some of Africa’s last pristine wilderness and wildlife, while contributing 12% of our revenue, before expenses and tax is deducted, to the Mayuni and Mashi Conservancies each month. Guests’ stays directly supports these communities.

-        Our Sustainability Levy has been applied across African Monarch Lodges

-        Both the lodges have Wi-Fi in all their rooms. Nambwa Campsite also has Wi-Fi.

-        The Sijwa Project continues to grow and benefit all. New projects include: 

o   Beehive Project – the purpose of which is to mitigate human-elephant conflict and provide sustenance to the community & lodge.

o   Aluminium recycling workshop – we transform tins into art.

o   Vocational Residency - we train 15 school leaving young adults from the Mayuni Conservancy over a 3-year period. These modules include hospitality, field guide training, journalism, art, sculpting, carpentry, computer courses, fashion design, pottery and 8 other career and skills training courses.

-        Activities available at both lodges:

o   Visit to the Sijwa Project

o   Morning or Afternoon Game Drive

o   Morning or Afternoon Boat Cruise

o   Bush Walk

o   Bush Breakfast or Brunch (min 6 pax)

o   Special Sundowner Set-Up at Horseshoe Lagoon (min 6 pax)

o   Romantic Picnic in the Bush (min 2 pax)

o   Fishing

-        Activities specific to Nambwa Tented Lodge:

o   Kids on Safari 3-night Package

o   Retreats in the Wild (specific dates)

There has been a lot of change for all of us in the past 18 months.

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African Monarch Lodges | Your Best Self-Drive Destination in Namibia

African Monarch Lodges | Your Best Self-Drive Destination in Namibia

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THE BEST SELF-DRIVE DESTINATION IN NAMIBIA

Namibia is one of the best self-drive destinations in the world! We don’t say this lightly and we are lucky enough to be able to enjoy these roads on a relatively regular basis, delighting in the dramatic and swiftly changing landscapes.

Namibia, when compared to other southern and east African countries, offers a unique experience, from vast and ancient desert landscapes, to rocky mountain ranges and then into the ‘panhandle’.

Steeped in history, this area forms part of one of the world’s largest conservation areas, KAZA (Kavango Zambezi Transfrontier Conservation Area) which encompasses the Okavango and Upper Zambezi areas of Angola, Botswana, Namibia, Zambia and Zimbabwe.

Tucked inside Bwabwata National Park, on the banks of the Kwando River is African Monarch Lodges’ Nambwa Tented Lodge and Kazile Island Lodge.

Ideally combined with Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe, Livingstone in Zambia , Chobe in Botswana or a journey around Namibia, this area offers both water and land based experiences.

Self-driving to either of these lodges is easy and being located in the National Park, you will have the freedom to choose to join the lodges' game drives or adventure out on your own.

Our guides and management will happily give you tips on where to head, what has been happening recently in the area and where you can stop for an afternoon sundowner.

One of these great stops is Long Lagoon where you can sit in the hide and watch hippos in the water and look out for elusive Sitatunga – a rarely seen antelope or giraffes coming down to the water to drink, before heading on to an area called ‘Little Serengeti’, so-called for its resemblance to the grass fields of the Regional Park in Tanzania.

Here you could see giant herds of buffalo, Africa’s largest antelope, the eland, zebra and even the beautiful sable before heading for one of Bwabwata National Park’s key attractions - a u-shape stretch of river, Horsehoe Bend.

Known for herds of 300+ elephants quenching their thirst at sunset during high season, it’s the perfect place to join the elephants and other animals for your own sundowner before heading back to the comfort of the lodges for the night, in anticipation of your next self-drive adventure the following day.

Nambwa Tented Lodge and Kazile Island Lodge is proudly part of African Monarch Lodges.

African Monarch Lodges, P.O. Box 5072, Windhoek, Namibia.

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African Monarch Lodges: Nambwa Tented Lodge, Kazile Island Lodge and Nambwa Lagoon Camp

Thank you for your continued support of our African Monarch Lodges. We are pleased to announce that we will not be increasing our rates for 2022!

Nambwa Tented Lodge, Kazile Island Lodge and Nambwa Lagoon Camp are still the only lodges situated inside the Bwabwata National Park,  located in the heart of KAZA, Zambezi Region, Namibia, which forms part of Africa’s Largest Conservation Area.

Dusty and Tinolla, along with the African Monarch Lodges team have embarked on the establishment of a community based project where we recycle and repurpose  all our waste items into skilfully crafted artefacts by community members whom we have trained.

The Sijwa Project visit is one of the many activities your guests could partake in during their stay with us.  It creates an opportunity for your guests to encounter and engage with our local community while they go about their daily activities. The Sijwa project consists of an organic greenhouse based on strict permaculture principles where nutrient rich vegetables, fruit and herbs are grown to grace the menus carefully prepared by our lodge Chefs, worm farms, a chicken farm for fresh organic eggs, indigenous tree nursery to offset carbon footprints and a cultural village where the traditional ways of this fascinating community is portrayed.

During Covid, in October 2020, we established the Sewing Workshop as well as our Glass Recycling Workshop, employing a further 8 community members.  They received professional artisan skills training and are producing the most beautiful pieces.  All our workshops are built with recycled plastic mineral water bottles keeping in line with our commitment to repurpose waste.

The Sijwa Project, by African Monarch Lodges will be home to our Junior Ranger School, where we plan to train 10 adult community members to be the facilitators of this program.  We plan to train approximately 180 pupils per year and hope to instil in some of them a desire to become a Field Guide once they leave school.  It is therefore an exciting year for us and we look forward to welcoming your guests in the near future to our Sijwa Project where we give back to the land and our community.

We look forward to being of service and hosting all esteemed guests at Nambwa Tented Lodge or Kazile Island Lodge in the near future.  

Until then, do stay safe and healthy.

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Zambia: Simalaha Horse Safaris from Chundukwa Lodge | Сималаха Сафари Замбия

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Simalaha Horse Safaris, Zambia

Horse Safaris

Doug and Gail have opened a new chapter.

We are now operating Multi-day Horse-riding Safaris in the Simalaha Community Conservancy - close to Botswana, Namibia and The Victoria Falls!

SIMALAHA  (said Sim-a-la-ha!) means 'COME TOGETHER'.

Chief Nyambo Yeta of the Lozi people residing along the Zambezi River, along with Peace Parks, invited Doug and Gail to be the first operator to set up Horse Safaris within the Simalaha Community Conservancy.

The Senior Chief's vision is to promote Sustainable Tourism in the Simalaha in order to provide revenue and employment to his people as well as conserve the wildlife and natural resources in the area - an area that forms part of the Kavango Zambezi Trans Frontier Conservation Area (KAZA TFCA), which is the largest transfrontier park in the world.

16 species of plains game have already been re-wilded into the area since 2012 and are grazing peacefully with the herdsmen's cattle. This makes for fantastic horse-back safaris - combining wildlife and cultural participation for guests.

SIMALAHA IS A HORSE RIDER'S DREAM

With vast open flood plains, mopane and acacia woodlands this makes for fantastic riding country.

Simalaha is only 2 hours drive from Chundukwa Lodge and Livingstone, the home of the magnificent Victoria Falls. This is a perfect opportunity for horse riders from around the world to fulfil not only their riding dreams but combine that with a bucket list adventure to see Victoria Falls.

NOW ON OFFER

There are various Fully Inclusive package opportunities that combine a Horse Safari with a stay at Chundukwa River Lodge offering direct access to Victoria Falls and all the amazing activities in the Livingstone area.

The Season Opens - when the flood waters of the Zambezi reside, from 1 July - 31 January.

The Camp - sleeps up to 8 people in 4 tents elevated above the plains on platforms with luxury beds and linen, ensuite bathrooms with fantastic hot showers and solar lighting. The whole camp is off grid.

Riding Safaris are booked on a minimum of 4 pax and maximum of 8. (For 2021 we will accept a minimum of 2 pax.).

An elevated shaded lounge ensures 360 degree views, and the plunge pool overlooks the water hole, for some game viewing in the heat of the day.

TRANSFERS

Simalaha can be accessed by boat, road or helicopter.

Boat transfers can be arranged from Mambova, Kasane (Botswana) or Katima Mulilo (Namibia) and are approximately 2-3 hours depending on the pick up location. Road transfers are available from Livingstone, Kasane, or Katima Mulilo, and are approximately 2 hours.

Helicopter flight from Livingstone takes 45 minutes.

Fixed wing charters - an airstrip is currently being built - please chat to us and we will keep you updated.

Simalaha Horse Safaris Zambia - Background and Horses

Horses

Our horses  are well schooled bush horses and include a variety Boerperds, Quarter Horses and Basuto Horses. We use saddles to suit all riders; Western, English, Australian stock and Trail saddles. Our horses range from 14.3 to 16 hands and have a weight limit of 100kg (unless prior arrangements have been made).

Doug Evans

Doug's background as a Horseman goes back 40 years having ridden and trained horses for National Parks anti-poaching units. After leaving the wildlife department and opening Chundukwa River Lodge in 1992, he started horse trails at Chundukwa which still exist today as a large active stable yard servicing not only our horses but the local community who livery and ride their horses from here. Doug went on to school horses for Polo and Polo Crosse in Zambia and was a founder member of the Zambian Polo Crosse Association, having coached the national team to compete at World Cup level. Doug is a bushman and his love for horses is the driving force behind Simalaha Horse Safaris.

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Sijwa Project by African Monarch Lodges

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Launch of THE SIJWA PROJECT BY AFRICAN MONARCH LODGES

What is The Sijwa Project?
It’s the re-purposing and re-inventing of all recyclable waste from the African Monarch Lodges; Nambwa Tented Lodge and Kazile Island Lodge, on the Kwando River of the Zambezi Region of Namibia, and from the local community, into exquisite saleable craft and art.

It’s also an organic permaculture nursery to supply food for local people and lodge guests (mitigating the air and road miles lodge food usually travels). The sandy soil is enhanced by composted food-waste and super-strength worm juice, given a boost by the occasional dollop of elephant dung!

It’s also a cultural village, artisanal skills training center, a beehive project, a free-range egg scheme and a junior ranger training venue. Plus, it’s an indigenous tree nursery for visitors to buy and plant a tree to offset their carbon footprint, looked after by a local ‘tree guardian’ to ensure a better chance of survival against nibbling goats.

The Chief Was Shocked!

Plastic recycling is a passion of Chief Mayuni after a conversation he once had with a tourist on a flight who made a negative remark that “plastic is a flower in Namibia, because it is everywhere” The Chief was shocked and as he drove back to the North he realised the truth of the statement and decided to put his mind to changing this in his sizable realm.

When Chief Mayuni learned of Tinolla and Dusty’s plans he released Sijwa - a traditional meeting place within his area in the Mayuni Conservancy of Bwabwata National Park, Zambezi, in the very heart of KAZA (Kavango Zambezi Transfrontier Conservation Area) - for this joint venture with the community. After listening carefully to all the presentations, he gave his personal blessing at a large gathering of dignitaries, international media and conservation role players on 17 November 2018 at Sijwa.

With a surplus of passion in everything they put their minds to, Tinolla and Dusty demonstrate a ‘go big or go home!’ kind of attitude and the Sijwa Project is no exception! They’ve just broken ground (literally and metaphorically) at Sijwa to upgrade some of the derelict buildings into workshops.

“This vision is bigger than us - we occupy a tiny space on this planet – but we know the Sijwa Project will make a real difference and demonstrate how people and wildlife can live sustainably together.”

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Namibia: Nambwa Camps & Kazile Island Lodge

Namibia, Nambwa Tented Camp, Nambwa Lagoon Camp, KAZA, Bwabwata National Park, Kazile Island Lodge, Zambezi

Nambwa

Situated in the Caprivi - Nambwa is ideal to combine with Botswana, Vic Falls and Namibia.

Nambwa Tented Camp - The elegant Safari Lounge creates a perfect fusion of energy and relaxation, which emphasises a sense of place. A library with a mixture of vintage artifacts and books, as well as small relics found on site while building the lodge on this historical military area, all encourage a touch and exploration.

Nambwa Lagoon Camp is situated on the lagoon side of Nambwa Island, within the heart of KAZA. These are the only lodges uniquely situated inside the Bwabwata National Park. The camp offers five Meru style tents nestled along the backwaters of the Kwando River with a view across the vast floodplains beyond.

Kazile Island Lodge, together with its sister camp Nambwa Tented Lodge, are the only lodges to be uniquely situated within the Bwabwata National Park. Kazile offers ten Meru tents nestled within a Mangosteen forest, overlooking the Kwando River and the expansive floodplains. Kazile Island is a special paradise that can only be reached by boat. Here, herds of buffalo and elephant traverse the wet Zambezi landscape. Sitatunga, an elusive aquatic antelope, are often spotted along the floodplains and marshes.

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Namibia: new NWR's KAZA tour package

KAZA tour package is launched by Namibia Wildlife Resorts

Namibia Wildlife Resorts (NWR) in partnership with three of the other four Kavango Zambezi Transfrontier Conservation countries - Botswana, Zambia and Zimbabwe came up with an exciting route earmarked for promoting tourism within the KAZA area.

The package is a book once, comprehensive (offerings specified) opportunity for Wildlife Resorts guests to experience four countries within six days.

Says Zelna Hengari, NWR’s Managing Director: “Our main aim is to bring unity amongst African countries and promote cross-border domestic tourism while expanding our product offering”

The conservation area is unique in that it includes the Okavango Delta, which is the world’s largest inland river delta, as well as the famous Victoria Falls. The KAZA TFCA, which spans five southern African countries, including Angola, is also likely to be the largest conservation area in the world.

“It was important for us to try out the route before opening it up to the general public. Thus, some of our colleagues are currently on a pilot/ introductory tour with some of the ambassadors and high commissioners of the respective countries forming part of the KAZA, which started on 10 November 2017. We trust that experiencing the tour themselves will assist the officials to better promote this unique package in their respective countries and beyond,” added Mufaro Nesongano, NWR’s Corporate Communications and Online Media Manager.

Esther Ndilula, the resorts’ Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Events (MICE) and Tour Planning Manager, was at the forefront of putting this package together.

“l am pleased that the Exclusive Excellency KAZA tour has finally started. We are excited to offer a cross-border tourism package that will provide Africa’s pride,” Ndilula said.

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Zambia: Bushtracks Africa: KAZA UniVisa Important Notice | Каза УниВиза Замбия

KAZA UniVisa Important Notice

Please note the KAZA UniVisa has been temporarily suspended from the following points of entry:
- Harry Mwaanga Nkumbula International Airport (Livingstone Airport)
- Victoria Falls Border Post (The bridge border on the Zambian side)
- Kazungula Border Post (Zambian side from Botswana).
 
This is due to a shortage of visa stickers available at the borders. The Livingstone Tourism Association have been informed as well as the regional Immigration Department and will also be followed up with Lusaka to see how fast the shortage can be dealt with.

Please note you are still able to purchase KAZA UniVisas from the ZIMBABWEAN sides.

However if arriving in Zambia, until this matter has been resolved, the standard Zambian single and double entry visas will be available at these Ports of Entry:
 
CATEGORY B: ZIMBABWE VISA FEES
Single Entry US$ 30
Double Entry US$ 45
Multiple Entry - See notes above US$ 55
 
CATEGORY B: EXCEPTIONS
British and Irish
Single Entry US$ 55
Double Entry US$ 70
Canada
Single EntryUS$ 75

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Namibia: Nambwa Tented Lodge - why to visit | Намбва Лодж Намибия

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Come and explore Bwabwata!

Get excited!

Nambwa Tented Lodge

“Nambwa Tented Lodge, the only lodge inside the Bwabwata National Park, where the biggest herds of elephants that traverse the largest conservation area in Africa can be seen”.

Formerly referred to as the Caprivi, the Zambezi Region is a fertile wilderness of riverine forest, flood plains, swamps and open woodland created by a complex network of rivers and relatively high summer rainfall.

In 2007 the former Caprivi Game Park, proclaimed in 1966, was incorporated into the 6100-km2 Bwabwata National Park, inclusive of the Kwando or Golden Triangle, and the Buffalo and Mahango (the former Mahango Game Park) core areas. This heralds a new generation of parks in terms of an integrated approach towards park management.

Bwabwata was established not only to protect the environment, but also to generate income for the surrounding communities. Bwabwata takes its name from a village in the park, and refers to the sound of bubbling water.

The park is sanctuary to 35 large game species - including elephant, buffalo, impala, reedbuck, red lechwe, sitatunga, hippo, giraffe, zebra, wildebeest, Chobe bushbuck, tsessebe, sable, roan antelope - and numerous small game species. Predators such as lion, leopard, cheetah and African wild dog also occur in Bwabwata.
Over 460 bird species have been recorded here, conspicuous examples being kingfishers, herons, cormorants, African skimmers, wattled cranes, pygmy geese and African fish eagles.



Visitors feedback

"In a nutshell we had the most amazing time at Nambwa Tented Lodge and would really recommend it.

It really is in the middle of nowhere which was hugely appealing to us. You do need a four wheel drive vehicle to get to it but don't let that put you off; the drive through the Bwabwata National Park is an experience in itself and well worth the effort.

We arrived tired and weak having suffered badly from food poisoning the day before. We were ready to collapse but Juan, the manager and Andrew, the guide were waiting for us and clearly had activities planned for us. So we ended up going along with everything they suggested and thank goodness we did as we would really have missed out!

Our tented suite was so spacious and luxurious with plenty of storage space. And it was fun being elevated in the tree tops overlooking the floodplain.

We enjoyed two evening safaris whilst at Nambwa, both with Andrew, the lovely guide. It was like being in our own private park as we rarely saw another vehicle and in the evening when the park gates had shut, there was literally no one else around; just us and the wildlife. We saw a lot of animals and so many birds. We were able to get up close to elephants which was amazing and we got caught up in a storm which was scary but wonderful at the same time! Juan and his team laid on a few surprises which were very special. I won't mention what they were exactly so I don't spoil the surprise but be warned you will end up getting out of the safari jeep and there is always food and drink involved! Make sure to see what might be waiting for you when you get back to your tent after a dusty evening drive...!

We also went on a boat cruise up the Kwando river, again with Andrew and just three other guests. Once again we had the river to ourselves; we didn't see another boat but saw a lot of hippos very close up and also crocodiles and numerous birds. What a contrast to Chobe where there are far too many boats including many large ones all over the place (a real shame). Another surprise was in store for us on our way back to the lodge which was also very welcome!”  Guest at Nambwa – Oxford, UK

Nambwa Tented Lodge is located in the Eastern Zambezi Region of Namibia along the Kwando River. It is the only lodge uniquely situated inside the Bwabwata National Park in the heart of KAZA, and is nestled high amongst majestic trees, honouring the elephants’ right of way below. An authentic walkway joins decadently spacious tented suites, which emanate a feeling of vastness and evoke a gentle balance of serenity. Our unquenchable desire to create memorable African experiences takes you on foot, by boat or vehicle, up close and personal with some of the biggest herds of elephant that traverse the largest conservation area in Africa.

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Namibia: Elephants hamper construction at Nambwa Tented Lodge | Намбва Лодж Намибия

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Elephants hamper construction at Nambwa Tented Lodge

Exciting further construction at Nambwa Tented Lodge has been constantly hampered by the herds of elephant who are drawn to the last of the Camelthorn pods scattered around the building site.
Anybody who has ever been brave enough to start a safari lodge will know that building in the bush comes with its own set of unique, and frankly, quite bizarre challenges. As if it wasn’t hard enough just arranging the transport of building supplies and finding skilled people to help, wild animals have no concept of deadlines and won’t hesitate to disrupt the process. Whether it’s a family of swallows building their home in the middle of the renovations, or a couple of giraffe who’ve decided they like the taste of thatch, you never know what to expect when building in the bush!
Nambwa Tented Lodge is completely geared around letting the elephants have their space. Honouring the elephants’ right of way, a timber walkway has been built in the trees, towering above the giants’ pathway below. It connects guests to the ten tented suites at Nambwa.

The elephants, however, don’t seem to feel the need to return the pleasantries by respecting the Nambwa team’s space. These gentle giants seem completely oblivious to Dusty Rodgers and his team of builders working on the building site.

The builders seem equally unperturbed by the elephant’s presence as they work against the clock to finish the latest project. Man and beast working harmoniously alongside each other…

A little more about Nambwa Tented Lodge

Nestled high amongst majestic trees of the Mayuni Conservancy in Namibia, Nambwa Tented Lodge is the only lodge uniquely situated inside the Bwabwata National Park in the heart of the Kavango – Zambezi Transfrontier Conservation Area, (KAZA). Built with privacy and comfort in mind, each spacious tented suite is linked by a wooden walkway and boasts their own private viewing deck.

The main feature of the lodge is the majestic viewing deck, with rewarding views of the floodplains below and the large herds of elephant, buffalo and plains game that seek refuge and security under the tented suites for the night. The area is a sanctuary for more than 35 species of both large and small game and over 450 different bird species. The unique landscape combination of floodplains, woodlands and Kalahari sand dunes ensures a truly unique safari experience.

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Namibia: All Roads Lead to Nambwa Tented Lodge

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All Roads Lead to Nambwa Tented Lodge

Nambwa can be ideally packaged with Botswana, Zimbabwe and Zambia.
°    Daily Airline flights from Johannesburg & Cape Town to Vic Falls (Zimbabwe), Livingstone (Zambia), Kasane (Botswana)
°    4 Flights a week from Windhoek to Katima
°    Air charters or road transfers available from all airports
°    Vic Falls/Livingstone to Nambwa – 4 to 5 hours
°    Kasane to Nambwa – 3 to 3.5 hours
°    Katima to Nambwa – 1.5 hours
The above times include a 15 minute boat transfer from Kapako, the drop off point on the Kwando River to the lodge.
°    Nambwa is located 1150 km from Windhoek.
°    Ideal overnight stops en route are Rundu (440km from Nambwa) or Bagani on the Okavango River (200km from Nambwa).
°    The lodge is only accessible with a 4x4 vehicle.
°    The lodge is situated 14km south of the entrance gate.  2x4 vehicles can be left at the gate and a complimentary transfer is offered from the gate to the lodge.
°    The duration is approximately 40 minutes.

Nambwa Tented Lodge is located in the Eastern Zambezi Region of Namibia along the Kwando River. It is the only lodge uniquely situated inside the Bwatwata National Park, in the heart of the KAZA and is nestled high amongst majestic trees, honouring the elephants’ right of way below. An authentic walkway joins decadently spacious tented suites, which emanate a feeling of vastness and evoke a gentle balance of serenity.

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Namibia: Nambwa Tented Lodge festive season special

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Nambwa Tented Lodge, is within the heart of KAZA and the only lodge uniquely situated inside the Bwabwata National Park.  The Lodge offers ten luxurious tents nestled high in the majestic Jackalberry, Sausage and Knobthorn trees. Respecting the elephants' right of way, the lodge is built in exquisite comfort above the African Wildlife. As night falls experience the drama and spectacle as it unfolds beneath you.
 

Our unquenchable desire to create the most authentic African experience takes you drifting down the unspoilt Kwando River. Explore the fauna and flora up close and personal on a bush walk or a game drive with our experienced guides or paddle through the safe backwaters of the Kwando river in a traditional hand crafted mokoro.  A visit to a traditional village allows you the opportunity to understand the local life and culture of our people. The infamous Horseshoe Lagoon is the ideal spot for a sundowner after a riveting game drive.  Soak up the breathtaking sunsets together with hippos and large herds of elephants silhouetted in purple hues over the water.  An exclusive night drive to view the nocturnal wildlife takes you back home where a bubble bath awaits you.

STAY FOR 3 NIGHTS  - PAY FOR 2

This Christmas season, Nambwa offers a festive special!

This package is valid until 31 January 2016.
Rate: NAD/ZAR 10,200.00 per person

Rate includes: Accommodation, All Meals & Activities
Rate excludes: Beverages, transfers, laundry services & gratuities

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