The Zambezi Region (still widely known as the Caprivi Strip) is Namibia’s lush, well-watered panhandle, wedged between the Okavango, Kwando and Zambezi rivers and bordering Botswana, Zambia and Zimbabwe. River lodges around Kongola, Bukalo, Divundu and Katima Mulilo offer riverside camping with houseboat cruises, tiger fishing and access to Bwabwata National Park, a stark contrast to the desert landscapes found elsewhere in Namibia — and a natural link on any self-drive route toward Victoria Falls or the Okavango Delta.
Note: Near Mababe Village, Botswana (40 km east of Moremi Game Reserve, 12 km south of Chobe). 100% community-owned by Mababe village. Some reports indicate this camp has relocated/reopened as Dizhana Camp – confirm current status before booking.
Amenities (as previously operated):
Unfenced, with wildlife (including elephants) roaming freely. 4×4 recommended, especially in the rainy season.
Note: Chundukwa River Lodge is actually located on the Zambezi River near Livingstone, Zambia, about 25 km from Victoria Falls.
Activities: Horseback riding (33 horses available for outrides), wildlife viewing.
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Note: Near Mababe Village, north-east of Moremi Game Reserve, Botswana, on the Kwai River. Some reports indicate the original Dijara Campsite has closed/relocated to a new site nearby (Dizhana Camp) – confirm current status before booking.
Amenities (as previously operated):
Note: Ngweshla is actually located in Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe – likely listed here as a stop for travellers continuing on from the Caprivi/Zambezi region.
Directions: Within Hwange National Park, under Hwange Main Camp (check in required there). Advance booking with Zimbabwe National Parks needed.
Activities: Renowned game viewing – lion sightings, elephants and abundant birdlife at the waterhole.
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Note: Moremi Game Reserve is in Botswana, part of the Okavango Delta.
Amenities:
Unfenced – wildlife regularly passes through camp. Advance booking essential.
Directions: On the Chobe riverfront, about 35 km west of Kasane; enter the park at Kasane or Ngoma Bridge and follow the river to camp. 4×4 required.
Activities: Excellent game viewing right from camp – the site is unfenced, so wildlife often passes through.
Amenities:
Advance booking is essential, especially June–October. A valid campsite reservation is required to enter the park; park fees are paid separately.
Note: Located in the Khwai Community Concession, Botswana, on the eastern edge of the Okavango Delta bordering Moremi Game Reserve, about 125 km north of Maun.
Activities: Self-drive or guided game viewing (elephant, buffalo, lion, leopard, wild dog and more), village visits.
Amenities:
Community-run – tourism income supports the Khwai village.
Directions: On the Chobe riverfront, about 35 km west of Kasane; enter the park at Kasane or Ngoma Bridge and follow the river to camp. 4×4 required.
Activities: Excellent game viewing right from camp – the site is unfenced, so wildlife often passes through.
Amenities:
Advance booking is essential, especially June–October. A valid campsite reservation is required to enter the park; park fees are paid separately.
Note: Chobe National Park is in Botswana. Public campsites (Ihaha, Savuti, Linyanti) require advance booking, especially June–October.
Amenities:
Rate: Park fees separate: around P30/day for Botswana-registered vehicles, P115/day for foreign-registered (under 3,500kg) – confirm current rates.
Directions: On the Chobe riverfront, about 35 km west of Kasane; enter the park at Kasane or Ngoma Bridge and follow the river to camp. 4×4 required.
Activities: Excellent game viewing right from camp – the site is unfenced, so wildlife often passes through.
Amenities:
Advance booking is essential, especially June–October. A valid campsite reservation is required to enter the park; park fees are paid separately.