Caprivi House Boat & Safaris

Caprivi House Boat & Safaris

Description

Caprivi Houseboat Safaris is a small owner run operation offering personlized service.

We are based on the banks of the Zambezi River, approximately 7km outside Katima Mulilo in the Caprivi Region of Namibia, Southern Africa.

Here we offer accommodation and boating activities which include, sunset cruises, day cruises, overnight safaris and angling and birding excursions. Depending on your itinerary a suitable package can be arranged for each client.

Our boats are 7.5m aluminum Outback’s powered by 75hp outboard engines. With two roof top tents and a bunk bed on the lower deck each boat accommodates up to six guests. On board is a small kitchenette with a gas stove, basin and fridge, the dining area, hot water shower and toilet. The boats are equipped with all the necessary kitchenware and camping equipment and a basic medical kit and life jackets are available on board.

An assistant who will mainly serve as skipper will accompany you. At night he will go to shore and set up his own tent separately. Knowledgeable guides for specialized safari’s can also be arranged to assist in making your stay with us an angler/birders paradise.

A tender boat can be rented for specialized angling excursion and fishing tackle is also available for rent.

PLEASE TAKE NOTE: The Caprivi Region is a malaria area so preventative medication is advised. Find out from your family doctor or local travel clinic on suitable available products.

Accommodation

Contact Details Caprivi House Boat & Safaris +264 (0)66 686 049 +264 (0)66 686 049 +264 (0)81 206 2019 Enquire now View Rates View Directions

Attractions

Safaris

EXAMPLE ITINERARIES

These itineraries are flexible, and where possible, be amended to suit each clients specific requirements.

1. Zambezi Stop Over
2. Zambezi Chobe Combo
3. Chobe Classic

1. Zambezi Stop Over

2. Zambezi Chobe Combo

3. Chobe Classic

• Accommodation at lodge, houseboat rental and tenderboat rental where applicable
• Skipper for houseboat activities
• Meals as stipulated
• Transfers as stipulated
• Angling Licenses

• Meals on houseboat as per catering option
• All beverages
• Angling Guide Fee
• Tackle Rental – optional @ N$ 50 per rod per safari. Rods / reels lost or broken will be charged at cost price. Lures and bait available for sale.

The Boats

KITLIST FOR OVERNIGHT SAFARIS

• 2 x rooftops tents, 12V fridge and gas stove, shower and toilet
• Kitchenware, cooking utensils, cutlery, camping chairs and table
• Cooler boxes and ice
• Sleeping bags, cushions, fleece blankets and towels
• Wood, firelighters, matches and cleaning materials
• Lighting and oil lamps
• Basic Medical Kit
• Fishing Tackle – optional

• Meals and beverages as per catering option
• Passport and personal documentation including certified copies stored elsewhere
• Spending money in N$ or SA Rand (1 SA Rand = 1Namibian Dollar) For shopping in Zambia/Zimbabwe/Botswana – U$ or Euro’s is preferable
• Waterproof and secure bag for documents and money
• Travel/tog bag – (not a suitcase please) and a small day pack
• Personal torch – preferably a head torch with spare bulb and batteries
• Camera with enough batteries for the duration of the safari
• Binoculars for game viewing and bird watching
• Sunscreen, lip salve, sunhat and good quality sunglasses
• Comfortable, lightweight shoes/sandals suitable for water activities and short hikes
• Waterproof jacket, comfortable clothing, swim wear and warm clothing – it can get quite cold at night
• Insect repellant and personal medical and hygiene kit

Angling
With a myriad of fish species abundant in the Zambezi, ample angling opportunities are on offer. Famous for its tiger fish and bream, the river promises to challenge and enthrall both the angling enthusiast and the novice. Test your skills in the art of fly-fishing among the fast flowing rapids or lure in a record fish on your trusted rapala.

Angling boats can be rented on an hourly, half day or full day basis. All boats hired are accompanied by a skipper. Knowledgeable guides for specialized angling / birding safaris can also be arranged to assist in making your stay with us an angler/birders paradise.

Birding 
The Caprivi is home to over 400 wetland and woodland bird species. In close proximity to our lodge you can view, to name just a few, the Schalow’s Turaco, Rock Pratincole and African Finfoot, and maybe catch a glimpse of our resident Pel’s Fishing Owl. Other specials in the area include the Slaty Egret, Coppery-tailed Coucal, Swamp Boubou, Souza’s Shrike, Copper Sunbird and African Skimmer. Carmine Bea-eaters also frequent the area during their breeding season from September to October.

Game Viewing

The Zambezi River
The Zambezi River is the fourth largest river system in Africa. Beginning its journey as an insignificant little spring in the northwest corner of Zambia it runs for a length of 2700km through six countries before finally completing its fascinating journey in the warm waters of the Indian Ocean. For 130km this river forms the border between Namibia and Zambia.

Game viewing on the Zambezi is limited to mainly hippos and crocodiles. Although, through July to November, when the river levels are at its lowest, several herds of elephant can be seen cooling down in the waters of the Zambezi.

The Chobe River
Forming the southern border between the Eastern Caprivi and Botswana, the Chobe River meanders eastwards to meet the Zambezi River at Kazangula. Travel from the Zambezi River, through the Casaia channel and into the Chobe River at Impalila Island, making your way into magical waters at the edge of the Chobe National Park.

Here you can enjoy the abundance of wildlife that makes this area famous. Being on the river gives a new dimension to game viewing – the animals showing an almost fearless disdain for a floating object - and allows you to come closer to a large variety of game including elephant, buffalo, giraffe, sable antelope, hippo and crocodile and many more species of buck. Numerous bird species also add to nature’s unending display.

Other Attractions

In close proximity to three other countries, day trips and transfers can be arranged to the Chobe National Park, Victoria Falls, Ngonye Falls and the Bwabwata, Mamili and Madumu National Parks.

River Cruises

Sunset Cruises
Relax with a refreshing sundowner whilst enjoying a spectacular sunset over the Zambezi River.

Day Cruises
Enjoy a leisurely day on the Zambezi and a picnic lunch along the riverbank

Overnight Safaris
Two to four nights on our houseboats will take you down the Zambezi and / or Chobe Rivers to enjoy, with the river as your platform, the fascinating array of fauna and flora this region has to offer. Travel at a leisurely pace down the expanse of these mighty rivers with its endless floodplains and breathtaking sunsets. In the evening relax around the warmth of a campfire on a secluded white sandbank before heading to the comfort of your tent, gently rocking to sleep to the sounds of an African Night.

Directions