Zambezi Boat Safari
An afternoon on the river in a shaded boat, looking for elephants on the banks, hippo pods, crocodiles and fish eagles. Drinks as the sun sets.
Zambezi Region
2 stays5 activities
About Zambezi
The narrow strip of the Zambezi Region reaches east between Angola, Zambia and Botswana. Here Namibia is wet and green: wide floodplains, river channels, islands of palms and riverine forest. Elephants cross the Chobe and Zambezi, buffalo graze the plains, and more than 450 bird species have been recorded.
We have two places here. Papyrus Island is six all-inclusive suites on a private island, reached only by boat. Floodplain House stands on stilts over the floodplain near Katima Mulilo. Three nights is a good stay, and Victoria Falls is a day trip away.
The dry season from June to October brings the best game near the rivers. The floods peak around April, when the plains turn to water and the birds are at their best.
Things to do
Floodplain Game Drive
A drive into one of the region's national parks with a guide, looking for buffalo, red lechwe, sable and elephants along the channels.
Birding by Boat
An early boat outing for birders: carmine bee-eater colonies in season, African skimmers, Pel's fishing owl if you are lucky.
Tigerfish on the Zambezi
A half day fishing from a boat with a guide who knows where the tigerfish run. All tackle provided, catch and release.
Victoria Falls Day Trip
A long day across the border to see Victoria Falls from the Zimbabwean or Zambian side, with transfers and a guided walk. Passports and visas needed.
