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    Caprivi / Zambezi Lodges — The Untouristed Namibia

    6 March 20246 min read
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    The northeast strip is a different country — water, elephants, lions, river lodges. Here's the four we book most.

    Why Caprivi is different

    Permanent water. Lush bush. Different wildlife — buffalo, sable, big elephant herds crossing between Botswana and Zambia. River safaris instead of game drives. Half the price of Etosha lodges with arguably better wildlife.

    Nambwa Tented Lodge

    Premium lodge inside Bwabwata National Park on the Kwando River. Massive elephant traffic, walking trails, sunset river cruises. The standout Caprivi stay.

    Susuwe Island Lodge

    Island lodge in the Kwando. Premium, intimate (8 rooms), excellent guiding. Pair with Nambwa for a Caprivi loop.

    Camp Kwando

    Mid-range option on the Kwando. Reliable, family-friendly, river cruises included.

    Ngepi Camp (Kavango)

    On the way in — the famous open-air loo with the river view. Quirky, mid-range, great campsite. Worth an overnight to break the long drive from Etosha.

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