Relax and unwind at Kalizo Lodge (the name means "place of safety" or "safe harbour"), a tranquil fishing and birdwatcher's paradise set in a beautiful African environment on the lush banks of the mighty Zambezi River.
The lodge is surrounded by the primeval wilderness of the Caprivi Strip in North Eastern Namibia, situated only 40 km east of Katima Mulilo, the hub of the Caprivi, and a short distance from the world-famous Victoria Falls.
Discounts may be available for children sharing with adults, please specify the ages and number of children when making your booking or requesting a quote.
| January 2025 - December 2025 | |
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| Rooms | Per Room Per Night |
| Chalets |
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| Self-Catering |
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| Camping | Per Person Per Night |
| Camping | Please enquire |
| Tents on a sandbank | Please enquire |
Kalizo Lodge offers self-catering, camping, and bed & breakfast accommodation on the banks of the Zambezi River.
Your stay at Kalizo Lodge promises to be comfortable, restful, and satisfying.
Dan, Val, Cindy, and Robert are well-versed in running an efficient camp
and are on hand to ensure your every need is met. The camp itself is rustic
and conducive to relaxation—lie back and let the Zambezi River work
its magic on any stresses you may have brought from the city.
Quaint, comfortable, rustic thatched two-bed en-suite chalets at the water's edge provide peace and tranquillity with uninterrupted views over a wide expanse of river and magnificent sunsets. A few days here can absorb the stress and tension of life in the fast lane.
Self-catering units comprise two- and three-bedroom accommodations with bathrooms and kitchenettes equipped with basic cutlery, crockery, a two-plate stove, fridge, towels, and linen.
Campsites are located in a shady area with ablution facilities, hot and cold running water, wash-up facilities, braai areas, power points, and lights available at each site.
Spend a few days cruising on the Sir Osis of the River, our pontoon boat equipped with ablution facilities. Sleep overnight in specially provided tents on a sandbank.
The lodge is a great getaway for the whole family, offering facilities such as boating, fishing, game viewing at nearby game reserves, swimming, darts, pool, and much more. Experience paradise on the banks of the Zambezi. Kalizo Lodge provides options for self-catering units, dinner bed and breakfast, or camping. There is always something for the whole family to do at Kalizo.
Breakfast includes a delightful choice of fruit, cereals, and a hot English meal served on our new deck.
Enjoy a champagne breakfast on a pristine sandbank of the Zambezi River. Observe rare African skimmers up close as they skim the water with open beaks or simply watch the great river go by while relaxing with a delicious English breakfast.
Experience tiger fishing and bird watching at its best! Enjoy a truly African bush experience in this laid-back Zambezi Birding paradise and great family getaway, complete with boats and fishing. You can even get married in a traditional African wedding or have breakfast on a sandbank in the river.
Try an early morning nature walk along the riverbank to feel refreshed. Mum and the kids can relax in our crystal clear swimming pool. Spend your days birdwatching—over 430 species make it a real twitcher's paradise. Laze in our thatched lapa by the sparkling river or enjoy a day of exhilarating tiger fishing while drifting with the current or going on a sunset booze cruise.
Hippos, crocodiles, and elephants are often seen from the camp and in the area. Many other species of wild game can be viewed at Chobe, Mamili National Park, and Mudumu National Park game reserves—all close by, though some can only be reached by 4x4.
A sunset cruise on our spacious boat is a very popular activity enjoyed by guests. Quench your thirst after a busy day in the African sun while enjoying spectacular riverine scenery and birdlife with an ice-cold beer or refreshing glass of wine. You may also have the exhilarating experience of seeing ancient river inhabitants like hippopotamuses or crocodiles. From June to October, guests may witness elephants drinking at the water’s edge or wandering through the lodge grounds.
Take a trip into the backwaters of the Zambezi in this traditional form of African river transport. Let your guide do the work while you lie back and experience the river's rich habitat. Traditionally, mokoros were made from leadwood tree trunks but are now manufactured from fibreglass as part of environmental preservation efforts.
Enjoy year-round pleasure with excellent opportunities to see over 430 species inhabiting the floodplains and surrounding areas. A large breeding colony of Carmine Bee-Eaters can be viewed from mid-August to late November. Between April and December, magnificent African skimmers are often seen skimming low over the water or nesting on sandbanks. A leisurely boat cruise may reveal fish eagles, herons, kingfishers, and coppery-tailed coucals. Endemic birds include Shelly sunbirds, brown fire finches, and Hartlaub's babblers.
Among the varieties of fish caught at the lodge are:
Kalizo Lodge offers varied and exquisite subjects for photographers, both novice and professional.
After a hectic day on the river under the African sun, guests can enjoy a relaxing drink in our well-stocked bar or partake in a game of pool or darts while sharing stories about their fishing adventures.
Kalizo Lodge is well positioned, just 120 km from Kasane, Botswana—40 km downriver from Katima Mulilo and 250 km from Victoria Falls. Visitors come to experience solitude, space, spectacular river sunsets, comfortable accommodation, and a friendly 'at home' atmosphere in this fascinating Caprivi area of Namibia, known for its vast floodplains and rich birdlife.
The lush savannah area of East Caprivi is bordered by the Kwando, Linyanti, Chobe, and Zambezi Rivers, forming a region of swamps and floodplains. Wildlife in the Caprivi has recovered from years of poaching, and its superb conservation areas may one day rival Etosha. Almost 70% of Namibia's bird species have been recorded in the Caprivi.
Few places offer more spectacular sunsets than Kalizo Lodge. A sunset cruise on our spacious boat is a popular activity enjoyed by guests. Quench your thirst after a busy day in the African sun while enjoying breathtaking riverine scenery and birdlife with an ice-cold beer or refreshing glass of wine.
You may also have the exhilarating experience of seeing ancient river inhabitants like hippopotamuses or crocodiles. From June to October, guests may witness elephants drinking at the water’s edge or wandering through the camp.
Kalizo Lodge is easily accessible by all vehicles from Windhoek via Rundu to Katima Mulilo or from Johannesburg or Zimbabwe via Kasane in Botswana. From South Africa, you may leave at border posts such as Martins Drift or others depending on your location before entering Botswana towards Francistown, then Nata to Kasane. From Kasane, travel through Chobe National Park transit road to Ngoma border post.
This route brings travellers into Caprivi which once formed part of the old Lozi kingdom before being given to Germany in 1890 as part of an Anglo-German Agreement without explaining implications to King Lewanika.
Once you enter Namibia, travel for 56 km until you reach Kalizo Lodge's sign; turn right at this sign (also indicating Kalimbeza D3508) and follow until you find another signboard on your left indicating Kalizo Lodge 5 km ahead. The road into Caprivi is currently in excellent condition and connects directly with Katima Mulilo—the only town in Caprivi with a road extending to Zambia's border.
An excellent tarred road leads north from Windhoek via Grootfontein turning east at Rundu towards Western Caprivi over a bridge spanning the Okavango River before entering Western Caprivi National Park. At Kongola checkpoint cross over Kwando River before arriving at Katima Mulilo (meaning 'put out the fire' in Silozi). The road from Rundu to Katima Mulilo is tarred and in good condition throughout; however, expect a journey time of upwards of 15 hours.
The road from South African Border to Lusaka in Zambia is also in excellent condition; please beware of travelling at night due to wandering cattle and game on roads.
The lodge can arrange transfers to and from Katima Mulilo, Kasane, Victoria Falls, and Livingstone airports.
A road trip across Namibia is an experience you will cherish forever, the freedom to stop wherever you want and explore Namibia on your own terms, for that you will need to hire the right car.
