Kazile Island Lodge

Set on a private island alongside the winding, unspoilt Kwando River, this special paradise is only accessible by boat.

13 TASTEFUL TENTED SUITES

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Introduction

13 Meru tents are surrounded by lush Mangosteen forest, immersing you in the sounds, scents and secrets of Mother Earth. 

Here, herds of buffalos and elephants traverse the wet Zambezi landscape. Sitatungas, an elusive aquatic antelope, are often spotted along the floodplains and marshes.

Fall in love with this enigmatic corner of Namibia as the sun rises over the tree canopies. Enjoy the sounds of birds chirping from your tented room, explore the waterways and absorb the ambience of this beautiful wilderness.

ACCOMMODATION FEATURES

Kazile Island Lodge offers 13 Meru tents nestled within a Mangosteen forest.

The tents overlook the Kwando River as well as the expansive floodplains between the Island and the famous Horseshoe Bend.

  • 13 Tented Rooms with Two Three-Quarter Beds
  • Mosquito Nets Around the Bed
  • En-Suite Bathroom with Shower
  • Private Wooden Deck Overlooking the Kwando River or Vast Floodplains Beyond
  • Laptop Safe
  • Wifi – Accessible in the Main Area & Guest Rooms
LOCATION

Discover a different side of Namibia; the untapped Zambezi region.  

Kazile Island Lodge is on the banks of the Kwando River and its floodplains, and only accessible by boat.

The Kazile boat station is approximately 11 km along the C49 off the B8. From Kazile boat station it is only a short 5-minute boat cruise to the lodge.

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Inspired Experiences
Game Drives

3 Hours

Look out for the Big Four: lions, elephants, buffalos and leopards, as well as wild dogs and more.

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Bush Walks

2 - 3 Hours

A rare opportunity as we’re the only set of lodges permitted to offer guided walks within the park.

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Boat Cruises

2½ - 3 Hours

An informative, yet soulful experience on waterways similar to that of the Okavango Delta.

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Sijwa Project Tour

2 - 3 Hours

Enrich your vacation and explore local culture with a visit to our award-winning community project.

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Our unquenchable desire to create the most authentic African experiences takes you drifting down the unspoilt Kwando River.

Explore the fauna and flora up close and personal on a bush walk or a game drive with our experienced guides. The famous Horseshoe Lagoon is the ideal spot for a sundowner after a riveting game drive. Soak up the breathtaking sunsets together with hippos and large herds of elephants silhouetted in purple hues over the water.

REVIEWS
Erwin
“Super warm welcome, swift check-in and quickly guided to our room with views of the Kwando River where you could watch the hippos. The rooms are brilliant.”
ROZ
“Our experience was truly magical. Exceptional food and service. It was a unique experience due to the location. We would not hesitate to recommend.”
Annika
“We came as guests but it felt like leaving family after 2 days! The tents/rooms were spacious, the view amazing, and the game drives and boat tours magnificent.”
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