MAZAMBALA ISLAND LODGE

Mazambala Island Lodge - tranquil lodge on Kwando River in Caprivi
 
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Discover the allure of Mazambala, known amongst local tribes as "Island of Abundance" - an oasis of tranquility renown for it's unspoilt beauty, teeming wildlife, profusion of bird species and unstinting beauty.

Situated on an island in the flood plain of the Kwando River amidst towering "sausage" trees and palms, this lush tropical paradise, Mazambala Island Lodge, offers comfortable accommodation in traditional thatched bungalows with en-suite facilities.

Enjoy game drives, river cruises, nature walks, bird watching and fishing under the expert guidance of Mazambala's local guides. Come to Mazambala, where even the bul-buls sing "we are special", and experience Africa untouched.

There is also an attractive campsite on the river with hot water, shower and toilet facilities. Campers are welcome to visit the lodge for a meal in the restaurant or to participate in any of the activities offered by the lodge.

Mazambala Island Lodge is privately owned and owner operated.

The turn-off to Mazambala from the Trans Caprivi Highway is approximately 3 km east of the police checkpoint on the Kwando River or about 4 km west of Kongola.

Mazambala Island Lodge is about 4 km, and the campsite about 2 km, from the tar road. The road is accessible by sedan car.

Guests are ferried by boat from the campsite where there is secure parking, supervised by an attendant who is in radio contact with lodge. The lodge is a 15 minute cruise down the river. The cruise is included in the overnight tariff.

Mazambala Island Lodge is not the only Namibia lodge and hotel reservations that Temba do. You can do all your Namibia accommodation and safari reservations through Temba. In addition to luxury lodges such as Mazambala Island Lodge, we offer other Caprivi accommodation such as Kwando Camp in the Caprivi and Ngepi Camp which is a perfect family destination in the Caprivi on the Kavango River. Further to the west near Rundu is Kaisosi River Lodge a family destination which is 5 hours drive from Mazambala Island Lodge.

Etosha National Park is Namibia's best known game reserve. In Etosha we offer self-catering accommodation at Etosha Lodge. Allow at least 12 hours to drive from Mazambala Island Lodge in the Caprivi to Etosha Lodge.

Just south of Etosha lies Damaraland with well known accommodation such as Vingerklip Lodge, Ugab Terrace Lodge , Twyfelfontein and Palmwag. From Damaraland you will most likely drive to the Skeleton Coast. Just north of Henties Bay you may well consider a night at Cape Cross Lodge which is at the seal colony north of Henties Bay. In Henties Bay, Eagle Holiday Flats is our highly recommended accommodation. Allow at least 2 days to drive from Mazambala Island Lodge in the Caprivi to Henties Bay.

Swakopmund is about 1000 km from Mazambala Island Lodge in the Caprivi. In Swakopmund you can stay in self-catering accommodation at Alte Brucke or at the Hotel Pension Rapmund Hotel. A very upmarket and special lodge in Swakopmund on the Swakop River is The Stiltz.

Your next stop will most likely be Sossusvlei which is deep in the Namib Desert. Sossusvlei is known for its very high red sand dunes but also for excellent accommodation. For those in need of a bit of pampering, the Sossusvlei Lodge offers luxury accommodation near Sossusvlei in Namibia. For those who prefer self-catering accommodation Sossusvlei Desert Camp offers self-catering accommodation at Sesriem near Sossusvlei in Namibia. Allow at least 3 days to drive from Mazambala Island Lodge in the Caprivi to Sossusvlei in Namibia.

If you want to stay on the main road you will drive along the Caprivi Highway from Mazambala Island Lodge near Kongola and then down to the Namibian capital of Windhoek where you can stay at Arebbusch Self-Catering.

Three days drive from Mazambala Island Lodge near Kongola in the Caprivi in Namibia lies Grunau Country House bed and breakfast and Grunau Lodge self-catering accommodation in Grunau, Namibia. Just an hour further is the Orange River Lodge offering self-catering accommodation in Noordoewer near the South African border.

Temba Travel does not only offer Namibian accommodation. Temba Car Hire provides excellent vehicles in South Africa or Botswana. You can hire these vehicles to visit any Temba Safari lodge in Namibia, South Africa, Zimbabwe or Botswana. Temba Travel will tailormake your Botswana tour or safari.

From Mazambala Island Lodge you can cross the border at Ngoma Bridge into Botswana to reach the Chobe Game Reserve. You can spend a few days at SENYATI SAFARI LODGE near Kasane or at
Toro Lodge near Chobe in Botswana. Three hours from Mazambala Island Lodge in the Caprivi National Park is VICTORIA FALLS where Temba offers a wide selection of accommodation and adventure packages.

From Mazambala Island Lodge you can visit Nata Lodge on the edge of the Makgadigadi Pans, and then continue on to Botswana's second city of Francistown where you can overnight at Woodlands before driving to Khama Rhino Sanctuary near Serowe. Khama Rhino Sanctuary is about 1000 km from Mazambala Island Lodge and the Caprivi National Park in Namibia.

Another 6 hours will take you to Gaborone which is the capital city of Botswana. In Gaborone you will have the choice of affordable hotel accommodation at The Big Five Lodge which is 10 minutes from the CBD. Another option is Cresta Lodge which is a luxury hotel in the CBD of Gaborone. If you prefer something similar to Mazambala Island Lodge, you could consider Mokolodi Lodge self-catering accommodation in a game reserve near Gaborone.

From here your will start returning to the Caprivi in Namibia. Your next stop will be at Kang Ultra Lodge which is the best accommodation along the Central Kgalagadi Highway between Johannesburg and Mazambala Island Lodge.

From Kang it will take you 2 hours and 30 minutes to get to Ghanzi where you can stay atThakadu Lodge a comfortable lodge and camping on a safari farm near Ghanzi. Or you could stay at the more traditional Kalahari Arms Hotel which is 800 km from Mazambala Island Lodge in the Kwando River in the Caprivi Namibia.

From Ghanzi it will take you about 2 hours to get to MAUN ACCOMMODATION which is the gateway to the Okavango Delta. Near Maun we strongly recommend the Thamalakane River Lodge a new luxury yet affordable lodge near Maun in Botswana. Among the most affordable Okavango accommodation are the lodges near Shakawe where you can stay at Drotsky Cabins on the western panhandle of the Okavango Delta renown for excellent fishing and birding.