Zambezi Queen
Caprivi - Namibia
Imagine an African safari. Not just any safari in a 4x4 vehicle, Mokoro dug-out canoe, or even with a birds eye view from the air. But an African safari in your own private suite, aboard a luxurious 5-star, 45m boat! This is the Zambezi Queen, launching in August 2009, on the untamed waters of the Chobe River.
A river that divides Botswana's Chobe National Park from Namibia's Caprivi Strip, with one of the densest populations of wildlife in Africa. Huge herds of elephant and buffalo, lion, leopard and a variety of antelope, coming to drink and graze on the river's banks, with hippo and crocodiles swimming alongside, watching and waiting.
A 2/3 night stay includes collection from either the Botswana Immigration Post at Kasane, or from the Impalila airstrip on the Namibian side of the river. (Special arrangements can be made for other land transfer requirements.)
This magnificent craft has 3 levels. The first boasts an air-conditioned lounge, with a small library of books of the area, computer facilities and numerous games. (Not including walk the plank!) All of the areas are protected by mosquito screens, and the 2 outside parts on the top deck include a shaded place, with seating, splash pool and sunbathing sections.
The remainder of the first, and the entire second level contain the living quarters. Accommodation is in either 10 Suites or 4 Master Suites. They all have en-suite bathrooms, with king or twin beds, private balconies and a fan. Full length shutters offer protection from the sun, and the sliding (insect proof) doors will keep away any annoying, uninvited pests. (Including mosquitoes!)
The third, and top level, is the entertainment deck, with dining facilities and an open-plan lounge area, complete with fireplace. Meals will be prepared and cooked by the Zambezi Queen's very own chef. There is even a telescope to gaze at those beautiful African star-lit skies. A lunch time drink, sundowner, or a night cap, can be ordered from the well-stocked bar, with its' comprehensive selection of the finest wines and spirits available.
The Zambezi Queen has a dedicated team of experienced guides, waiting to inform and enlighten their visitors, on the many aspects of this lush, African bush and riverine.
The Zambezi Queen. A sophisticated, elegant, experience. There's no other houseboat quite like it!
- Water-based game viewing
- excursions on tenders, small boats that enable close-up game viewing, in an environment where the animals feel comfortable.
- Land-based tours
- in Botswana's Chobe National Park
- tiger& breem fishing
- In season
- bird watching
- The region is known for amazing birdlife
- cultural tours of local villages
- Can also be organized.
Directions:
Zambezi Queen trips start either from the Botswana Immigration Post at Kasane, or from the Impalila airstrip
Chobe Savannah Lodge
Overlooking the vast Chobe floodplain's from its situation in the east Caprivi this lodge has a lot to offer visitors
Ichingo Chobe River Lodge
One of the best lodges in this area has accommodation in both traditional land based units as well as on two houseboats.
Impalila Island Lodge
This is the only place in the world where four countries meet. A wonderful Chobe destination with eight luxury chalets.
Kings Den
Wooden chalets overlook the river, while additional accommodation is available in the Zambezi Queen house boat
Mahangu Safari Lodge
Situated close to the Mahangu Park in west Caprivi - this is an excellent stop-over between Namibia, Maun (in Botswana) and the Victoria Falls
Mazambala Island Lodge
Situated on an island in the Kwando river around 4km from the trans-Caprivi highway
Ntwala Island Lodge
situated on three small islands this is an ultra-luxurious Chobe destination, with four suites, each with plunge pool and private guiding
Susuwe Island Lodge
in the Bwabwata National Park this is a perfect land and water camp with six luxury suites, each with private plunge pool
