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    Namushasha River Lodge

    Safari Lodge · Zambezi State Forest, Namibia

    Mid-range
    PlnrScore 57
    Best time
    May, Jun, Sep
    Health
    Low malaria risk
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    A comfortable and spacious lodge overlooking the Kwando River, offering a blend of traditional African design and modern amenities. Guests can enjoy boat cruises, game drives into Bwabwata National Park, and cultural experiences at the adjacent heritage centre.

    Why stay at Namushasha River Lodge

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

    Rooms & inclusions

    Rooms

    24 (up to 100 guests)

    Night drives

    Offered

    Children

    Welcome

    Pool / spa

    Yes

    WiFi

    Available

    Eco credentials

    Part of Gondwana's eco-tourism initiatives, focus on conservation and community upliftment.

    Dietary options
    Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free options available

    Wildlife near this lodge

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

    630

    Species

    38

    Mammals

    207

    Birds

    Most observed

    • Lechwe78 sightings
    • Common Hippopotamus72 sightings
    • African Savanna Elephant56 sightings
    • Impala52 sightings
    • White-fronted Bee-eater51 sightings
    • Little Bee-eater46 sightings
    • Nile Crocodile46 sightings
    • Pied Kingfisher40 sightings
    • African Jacana39 sightings
    • African Fish-Eagle38 sightings

    Best time to stay at Namushasha River 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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    Data updated October 2026 · Sources: lodge website, Go2Africa, iNaturalist, Open-Meteo

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