African Monarch Lodges

Authentic Experiences in the Zambezi

Our unquenchable desire to create memorable African experiences takes you on foot, by boat or vehicle, up close and personal with some of the biggest herds of elephants that traverse the largest conservation area in Africa.

Superior standards and unrivalled spaces are equally matched by the detail and attention bestowed on our guests by the staff who are carefully selected from the local communities for their passion for heartfelt personal service. This ensures that all our guests enjoy an extraordinary, unparalleled and true African experience.

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Nambwa Tented Lodge

Nambwa Tented Lodge

Nambwa Tented Lodge, inside the Bwabwata National Park, where the biggest herds of elephants that traverse the largest conservation area in Africa can be seen.
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Kazile Island Lodge

Kazile Island Lodge

Kazile Island Lodge is situated on a private island on the banks of the Kwando River within the Bwabwata National Park. Thirteen Meru tents overlook the Kwando River as well as the expansive floodplains between the Island and the famous Horseshoe Bend.
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Nambwa Campsite

Nambwa Campsite

The splendour of Nambwa and the iconic environment it is located in, stimulate the senses and offer adventurous “wild camping” since its official opening in 2004.
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What our Guests Say

  • star ratingLovely rooms and great views across the plains for game watching  - The drive in can be a challenge so worth contacting in advance for the best route in as signposting is poor and conditions are constantly changing and we did encounter... read more

    avatar thumb Janet H
    2 August 2024

    star ratingMagic!  - We highly recommend this lodge to all who are capable driving with a 4w car 😉 Staff very friendly and supportive, we liked the tends and the interior very... read more

    avatar thumb Andreas E
    1 August 2024
  • star ratingHoanib River is exceptional!  - Great service and guides! We spotted Lions feeding on a Giraffe they had killed. We saw 3 desert adapted elephant bulls. The geology is amazing riding through... read more

    avatar thumb Rodney F
    1 July 2024

    star ratingTrue community focused lodge  - The experience in the Caprivi was amazing. African Monarch Lodges; Nambwa Tented Lodge & Kazile island Lodge are the only lodges inside the Bwabwata National Park. What the... read more

    avatar thumb FamilyRossouw
    1 June 2024
  • star ratingJust Fantastic  - its a special place! the location of the lodge, the decks, the restaurant etc - just extraordinary. we have been in the area numerous times already but never... read more

    Michael F
    2 May 2024

    star ratingA very special lodge - excellent  - An amazing experience.
    Jan (manager) and his team added so much to our stay. All staff were always smiling, and helpful.
    What they achieve in such a remote location... read more

    avatar thumb PierreZA
    1 May 2024
  • star ratingElevated walkways/tents!  - What a great place.. all built high above the ground so the wildlife can pass through even elephants! All the staff are excellent so helpful and accommodating, we enjoyed... read more

    avatar thumb loretta g
    1 May 2024

    star ratingPeaceful location in the depths of Bwabwata Park  - One of many independent lodges that we stayed at during our month-long Namibia holiday and probably the most exceptional in many respects.

    Firstly let’s deal with the issue of... read more

    UkCorporate_gal
    1 October 2023
  • star ratingNot easy to find lodge in the middle of the nature reserve. Access only via 4WD passage to a hidden clearing where the transfer boat was waiting for us. After... read more

    WB_65MR
    7 July 2023

    star ratingNambwa Tented Lodge, southern of Kongola (Caprivi) - a dream came true  - Not easy to find lodge in the middle of the nature reserve. Access only via 4WD passage to a hidden clearing where the transfer boat was waiting for us. After... read more

    Mike_ti
    1 July 2023
  • star ratingWonderful stay. - Staying here was the absolute highlight of my trip to Namibia. Located in the lesser-known Bwabwata NP, this camp was the perfect spot for both adventure and relaxation. ... read more

    caseya855
    3 June 2023

    star ratingWonderful stay.  - Staying here was the absolute highlight of my trip to Namibia. Located in the lesser-known Bwabwata NP, this camp was the perfect spot for both adventure and relaxation. ... read more

    Casey A
    1 June 2023
  • star ratingNambwa Campsite Caprivi - Spent two nights at new campsite next to Longlagoon. Very clean, hot water, 220v power and comfortable setup at camp. Unbelievable friendly staff and manager Christiaan and wife Lisa will... read more

    siegg2016
    26 May 2023

    star ratingNambwa Campsite Caprivi  - Spent two nights at new campsite next to Longlagoon. Very clean, hot water, 220v power and comfortable setup at camp. Unbelievable friendly staff and manager Christiaan and wife Lisa will... read more

    Sieg G
    1 May 2023
  • star ratingExcellent lodge - Superb stay in luxury tents surrounded by wildlife. We loved our stay here. You could lie in bed and hear elephants and hippos! We were on an all inclusive package.... read more

    Trip08590785140
    30 March 2023

    star ratingSimply magical & stunning - A truly magical place. Stunning location with fabulous rooms and views. Abundant wildlife, especially elephant, antelope and hippos. Fish eagles and other birds galore. Cats elusive, but about.
    Staff were... read more

    julieth_12
    27 March 2023

The Sijwa Project

An island of change

A holistic balance between conservation, community, culture and commerce exists at The Sijwa Project.

Our Partners

Our Story

African Monarch Lodges, home to Nambwa Tented Lodge and Kazile Island Lodge inside Bwabwata National Park in Namibia’s Zambezi Region, is the cumulative product of the passion and dedication of its founders, Dusty and Tinolla. 

Where to Find Us

How to Get There

  • Daily airline flights from Johannesburg & Cape Town to Vic Falls (Zimbabwe), Livingstone (Zambia), Kasane (Botswana)
  • 3 Flights a week from Windhoek to Katima (Sunday, Wednesday and Friday)
  • We can arrange road transfers from Katima, Kasane, Vic Falls or Livingstone
  • Vic Falls/Livingstone to our lodge’s Boat Station – 3.5 to 4 hours
  • Kasane to our lodge’s Boat Station – 2.5 to 3 hours
  • Katima to our lodge’s Boat Station – 1.5 hours
  • Our lodges are located 1150 km from Windhoek
  • Ideal overnight stops enroute are Rundu (440km from our lodges) or Bagani on the Okavango River (200km from our lodges)
  • Our lodges are only accessible with a 4×4 vehicle.
  • Various boat cruise or game drive transfer options are available from the main entrance to our lodges
  • Vehicles can also be parked safely at Kazile Boat Station and from here boat transfers can be booked to either
  • Nambwa or Kazile
    Boat transfers to Nambwa from Kazile Boat Station will take approximately 35 minutes
  • Boat transfers from Kazile are complimentary and will take approximately 5-10 minutes

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