Visit The Caprivi Strip, Namibia
In northern Namibia the Caprivi Strip stretches east along the top of Botswana and is quite unlike the rest of the country.
The Chobe River
In northern Namibia the Caprivi Strip stretches east along the top of Botswana and is quite unlike the rest of the country.
It receives high rainfall, has lush vegetation and rich and diverse wildlife. The Okavango and Kwando Rivers snake across the Strip giving rise to waterfalls, rapids and swamps. Fertile soils support many small villages with children herding goats and cows, often all over the road.
Mahangu National Park
There are a number of national parks in the Caprivi. Mahangu is characterised by riverine forests, flood plains and magnificent baobabs. The park is rich in game with many antelope species, elephant, buffalo and lion. The picnic spot in the park overlooks a wonderful hippo pool. Neighbouring Bwabwata has extensive savannah, ancient Kalahari woodland, lily studded wetlands and abundant game.
Mdumu National Park
Further east, Mdumu is notable for its large herds of buffalo whilst neighbouring Mamili is the largest wetland area in Namibia. The intricate network of channels, reed beds and ox-bow lagoons are a haven for sitatunga, red lechwe and a myriad of birds from greater swamp warblers to lesser jacanas.
Finally, in eastern Caprivi there are beautiful wilderness areas beside the Chobe River. Lodges here provide ideal bases for Chobe River trips or visits into Botswana.
Places within The Caprivi Strip
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- At the eastern end of the Caprivi Strip the Chobe River forms the border between Namibia and Botswana. The area is renowned for its diverse and prolific wildlife; a boat trip on the river is the best way to see it.
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- About 12 kilometres in length and 6 kilometres in width, Impalila Island lies in the middle of the Zambezi River. It is dotted with small villages and is a good place to see a variety of game and birdlife.
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- Katima Mulilo is the major centre in the Caprivi region and situated on the banks of the Zambezi River. There is a good local arts centre, and it's also ideal for boat trips along this stretch of the river.
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- Mudumu and Mamili National Parks contain the same animal species and you are likely to encounter elephant, buffalo, roan antelope, kudu, impala and Burchell's zebra. Both parks are also excellent for birdwatching.
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- The edges of Mahangu Game Reserve, serves as a border between Botswana and Namibia. This area, with the Okavango River running through it, is good for game as well as spectacular birdlife.
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- Close to the Popa Falls and the Mahangu Game Reserve, the town of Rundu is located on the banks of the Okavango River. It is situated in Kavango, the home of Namibia's well-known Kavango woodcarvers.
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