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    Mazambala Island Lodge

    Safari Lodge · Bwabwata National Park, Namibia

    Mid-range
    PlnrScore 55
    Best time
    May, Jul, Aug
    Suggested stay
    3-4 nights
    Health
    Low malaria risk
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    A charming and rustic lodge situated on an island in the Kwando River, near the eastern boundary of Bwabwata National Park. Accessible by boat, it provides a peaceful bush retreat with excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing, birding, and cultural interactions.

    Why stay at Mazambala Island Lodge

    • 36 mammal species recorded nearby
    • Night drives offered
    • Pool or spa to rest between drives

    Rooms & inclusions

    Rooms

    14 (up to 28 guests)

    Night drives

    Offered

    Children

    Welcome

    Pool / spa

    Yes

    Eco credentials

    Committed to low-impact tourism and supporting local communities.

    Dietary options
    Vegetarian, vegan available upon request

    Wildlife near this lodge

    Species recorded within 20 km (iNaturalist research-grade observations).

    565

    Species

    36

    Mammals

    197

    Birds

    Most observed

    • White-fronted Bee-eater48 sightings
    • African Savanna Elephant47 sightings
    • Nile Crocodile40 sightings
    • Common Hippopotamus39 sightings
    • Lechwe36 sightings
    • African Jacana34 sightings
    • Pied Kingfisher33 sightings
    • Impala32 sightings
    • Little Bee-eater27 sightings

    Best time to stay at Mazambala Island Lodge

    Best months:
    May
    July
    August
    Jan
    Fair24°C185mm
    Feb
    Good25°C109mm
    Mar
    Great24°C80mm
    Apr
    Excellent23°C11mm
    May
    Excellent21°C0mm
    Jun
    Excellent18°C0mm
    Jul
    Excellent18°C0mm
    Aug
    Excellent22°C0mm
    Sep
    Excellent26°C0mm
    Oct
    Excellent29°C2mm
    Nov
    Great28°C35mm
    Dec
    Good26°C101mm
    Great (4-5)
    Good (3)
    Poor (1-2)
    Best month

    Map & getting there

    Nearest airport

    Omega Airport (OMG)

    26 km from the park

    International airport

    Maun International Airport (MUB)

    249 km from the park

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    Data updated September 2026 · Sources: lodge website, Go2Africa, iNaturalist, Open-Meteo

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