Zambezi Lodge
Caprivi - Namibia
The Zambezi Lodge is situated in the Eastern Caprivi, on the outskirts of Katima Mulilo, right on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River. The lodge is set in lush tropical gardens with huge indigenous trees, and is an ideal stop-over for travellers coming to Namibia from Zambia, Botswana, Angola and Zimbabwe.
It is also a convenient base for tourists in Namibia, who wish to visit Victoria Falls or the Chobe National Park in Botswana. Easily accessible by road, Air Namibia includes Katima Mulilo (Mpacha Airport) on its regular flight schedule.
The name Katima Mulilo, is derived from SiLozi, and means 'quenches the fire', in reference to nearby rapids. The town itself serves as the administrative centre and capital of the Caprivi Strip region of Namibia.
Breakfast, light lunches and dinner are served in the Tafule Yaka Restaurant. A buffet style service in high season and a set menu in quieter times. The Mushabati Bar sits on a wooden deck protruding over the Zambezi River, the ideal spot for a sundowner. It it open from 12h00 daily. There is also a swimming pool, laundry service, secure parking and a Wi-Fi Internet connection.
Accommodation is in 42 rooms. Most of the rooms are river facing and a few overlook the garden and pool area. Valuables can be locked up in a large safe at reception. There are:- Standard Rooms: Each unit has an en-suite bathroom (shower only), air-conditioning, TV, hair-dryer and a tea/coffee station
- Luxury rooms: Similar to the standard rooms but the bathroom has both a shower & bath
Over the past few years, arts and crafts in Caprivi have become an important income generator for the rural community.
Airport transfers can be arranged to and from the lodge for it's guests.
- Boat cruises
- on the Zambezi River with excellent opportunities to observe hippos and crocodiles
- Visit Katima
- Stroll through the lively town of Katima Mulilo, enjoy the African flair and buy original crafts ranging from baskets, jewellery, traditional musical instruments to animals made of scrap metal or wood.
The Zambezi Lodge is situated just east of Katima Mulilo on the B8 to Ngoma.
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