Mazambala Island Lodge

Tented Camp · Zambezi State Forest, Namibia

Mid-range

PlnrScore 54

Best time: May, Jun, Sep
Health: Low malaria risk

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A rustic and authentic lodge situated on an island in the Kwando River, offering a true bush experience with a focus on nature and wildlife. Known for its excellent birding, boat trips, and game drives into Bwabwata National Park, providing an intimate and traditional safari feel.

Why stay at Mazambala Island Lodge

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

Rooms & inclusions

Rooms

16 (up to 32 guests)

Night drives

Offered

Children

Welcome

Pool / spa

Yes

WiFi

Available

Dietary options: Vegetarian options available

Wildlife near this lodge

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

544

Species

Mammals

191

Birds

Most observed

Lechwe72 sightings
Impala54 sightings
Common Hippopotamus51 sightings
African Savanna Elephant43 sightings
Chacma Baboon39 sightings
Little Bee-eater35 sightings
African Buffalo28 sightings
Greater Kudu27 sightings
African Fish-Eagle27 sightings
Lilac-breasted Roller24 sightings

Best time to stay at Mazambala Island Lodge

Best months:

May

June

September

Jan

Fair23°C219mm

Feb

Good24°C105mm

Mar

Great24°C68mm

Apr

Excellent23°C9mm

May

Excellent21°C0mm

Jun

Excellent19°C0mm

Jul

Excellent18°C0mm

Aug

Excellent22°C3mm

Sep

Excellent26°C0mm

Oct

Excellent29°C4mm

Nov

Great27°C43mm

Dec

Good25°C120mm

Great (4-5)

Good (3)

Poor (1-2)

Best month

Map & getting there

Nearest airport

Katima Mulilo Airport (MPA)

34 km from the park

International airport

Kasane International Airport (BBK)

139 km from the park

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