Caprivi
There are three game parks in the Caprivi region. The Caprivi Game Park is 5,715 square kms and extends for about 180km from the Kavango River in the west to the Kwando River in the east. Deciduous woodlands are dominated by trees such as wild seringa, copalwood and Zambezi teak. While the park is sanctuary to 35 large and numerous small game species, visitors are not likely to see many of these animals as vehicles are restricted to the road between Kavango and Eastern Caprivi. Animals likely to be seen are elephant, roan and kudu, and buffalo occur towards the west. As many as 339 bird species have been recorded in west Caprivi.
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The wild and little visited Mamili National Park is Namibia's equivalent of the Okavango Delta, a watery wonderland of wildlife rich islands, river channels and wetlands. The focal points of the 320 square kms national park are Nkasa and Lupala, two large islands in the Kwando/Linyanti River. During the dry season the islands can be reached by road but after the rains, 80% of the area becomes flooded, cutting them off from the mainland.
Mudumu National Park is a vast 100,959 hectare expanse of dense savannah and mopane woodland with the Kwando River at its western border. The park is home to small populations of sitatunga and red lechwe while spotted neck otter, hippo and crocodile inhabit the waterways. Animals to be encountered are elephant, buffalo, roan, sable, kudu, impala, oribi, zebra, wild dog as well as some 430 species of birds. |
Suggested Accommodation
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Lianshulu Lodge
Lianshulu Lodge in the East Caprivi is cradled between the enigmatic Okavango River to the west and the mighty Zambezi River to the east, and is situated on a private concession inside the Mudumu National Park. Traditional flair and superb food combine with unobtrusive comfort and personal service. The lodge accommodates a maximum of 20 guests in 10 stand-alone chalets, each individually styled and tastefully furnished. In addition there is one family unit, which can accommodate up to four people. Experienced guides enhance a great wilderness experience. Here, in the heart of the Mudumu National Park, dry Mopane woodlands meet the allure of a fragile Kwando wetland ecosystem. Nature drives in the Mudumu National Park are conducted in open 4x4 vehicles. Other activities include guided morning walks in the park, bird watching, boat excursions and sunset cruises on the Kwando River. Optional night drives are offered between May and November. All activities are conducted by experienced, resident naturalist guides.
Susuwe Island Lodge
Situated in the Kwando River, Susuwe Island Lodge offers visitors the opportunity to experience closely a wild and untouched island of Africa. Relaxation, privacy and comfort are paramount here. The Lodge is built to incorporate the riverine forest - the main area has lofty canopy viewing decks overlooking endless savannahs, lily-studded wetlands and ancient Kalahari woodlands, as well as a fire pit, spacious lounge and dining areas, curio shop and small reference library. Six spacious brick and thatch suites equipped with double bathroom, bedroom, lounge and wooden viewing deck each with private plunge pool offer guests the opportunity to sample the hazy days and star-studded nights. At Susuwe, game drives are in open 4 x 4 vehicles in the Bwabwata National Park. Game sightings in this cradle of rivers could include vast herds of roaming elephant and buffalo, lion, hippo, leopard, sable, roan, lechwe and puku for example. Night drives are available and offer an even closer insight into the intrigue of the African bush. |
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