Mahangu Safari Lodge

Mahangu Safari Lodge is a new Namibia safari lodge comfortably-styled, thatched . This lodge is located in the Caprivi Region of Namibia. Mahangu Safari Lodge is next to the Mahango National Park.

The word “Mahangu” means “food of the local people”. Mahangu Safari Lodge comprises of 10 Bungalows, 6 Safari Tents and 3 guide bungalows.

The bungalows come with shared facilities. All units are air-conditioned and have 220V electricity 24hours.

Namibia tour safari activities from the Mahangu Safari Lodge include spectacular bird and game viewing by boat. Guest on Namibia safari tour can go Tiger and Bream fishing. One can also enjoy game drives into the 2 National Parks next to us as well as the Popa Falls close by.

Mahangu Safari Lodge offers beautiful campsites with power points next to the river. Campers are welcome to make use of the restaurant. Mahangu Safari Lodge offers a game drives, boat trips as well as fishing excursions.

The Mahangu Safari Lodge lies 22 kilometers south of the town Divundu. It is at the western bank of the Okavango river, en route to the Mahango National Park.

This safari lodge in Namibia is a convenient stop-over for travelers to and from Botswana. Especially those heading to the Okavango delta, Caprivi strip as well as the Victoria Falls.

The Bagani airstrip (S 18º07’23”/E 21º48’18”) is only 7 km away from the lodge. Another airstrip is available in Shakawe/ Botswana which is 27km from the lodge.

Accommodation at Mahangu Safari Lodge

The comfortably styled thatched Mahangu Safari Lodge comprises of:

• 10 double bed Bungalows, air conditioned,
• 6 Big Safari Tents en-suite, air-conditioned
• 3 Guide Bungalows with shared facilities

All the units are air conditioned and have 220V electricity /24h. The Lodge offers a main Lapa, dining and lounge area. There is a Bar and a sparkling Swimming pool with a picturesque view of the Okavango River.

There are also 2 Big Sunset decks on the front of the river. Activities include spectacular Bird and Game viewing by boat. One can enjoy good Tiger and Bream fishing and Game drives into the 2 Game Parks next to the lodge.

The Lodge is under German management. However, guests from all nationalities are welcome to visit Mahangu Safari Lodge.

Activities at Mahango Safari Lodge

Mahangu Safari Lodge offers you:

• Game drives to Mahango
• Game drives to the West Caprivi National Park
• Boat trips on the Okavango River
• Breakfast boat cruise
• Guided fishing trips on the River
• Bird watching
• Arrangements for weddings, bithday parties, conferences etc.
• Midday Cruise Experience
• Island Dinner Cruise Experience
• Houseboat Safari

MIDDAY CRUISE EXPERIENCE

At approximately 12h00 our guests board the boat for about 2.5 hours. Guests will be spoiled with a variety of snacks .

These appetizers are prepared on the boat and guests can enjoy sparkling wine, cocktails, alcoholic and Non-alcoholic beverages whilst relaxing and enjoying the okavango river.

After the cruise (at about 15h00) guests are taken on an game drive into Buffalo core area (Bwabwata) or Mahango National Park for another 3.5 hours and will enjoy a sundowner at the end of the tour. Drinks as well as chips, nuts, biltong and dry sausage will be served.

ISLAND DINNER CRUISE

Our dinner cruise departs at around 18h00 with a welcoming glass of sparkling wine. A variety of light snacks will be served.

After a Short trip, guests disembark on an island to enjoy the spectacular Okavango sunset while sitting around a campfire with the all favorite gin & tonic.

The african night starts of with the remarkable panorama of stars while our chef will serve you a five course dinner you will never forget.

Cocktail, alcoholic and non-alcoholic berverages will be available. The dinner cruise will end at around 21h30.

HOUSEBOAT TRIP

Day 1
From 14:00 it is possible to check in on the houseboat, where a selection of snacks and a glass of sparkling wine is offered to you . We will then give you the Houseboat Safari itinerary and answer all your questions.

After that you can enjoy the Okavango River! On the houseboat we offer a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks e.g. cocktails, Aperol, Hugo and various wines, as well as a small Mini bar and beer on tap.

The 5 course dinner menu is served from 19:30 on the houseboat, where you can end the first evening in peace.

Day 2
At 8:00 AM you depart on a 2-hour breakfast cruise on the Okavango River, which starts with a very rich breakfast, followed by a longer trip from 11:00.

During this trip, the Okavango River will be brought to you for the next 3-4 hours to experience the wildlife as well as fauna and flora.

At noon about 13:00 you will be served a selection of snacks on the boat, as well as various drinks of your choice.

In the afternoon at about 15:00 you have the choice to explore one of the two national parks, either Mahango or Buffalow Game Park.

This game tour takes 3-4 hours. Afterwards, the houseboat is at your disposal again to freshen up for dinner from 19:30 and to end the day.

If you have booked another night, in principle the itinerary is the same as the previous day, but to the other park which you do not know yet, or there is also the possibility to take a sunset tour with the houseboat from 16:00.

To experience the Okavango River for the last time with a gin and tonic or a drink of your choice to end your houseboat safari and let the experiences of the past 2 days sink in.

Day 3
From 8:00 the breakfast is ready for you, after breakfast on the houseboat it is time to say goodbye to the Okavango River, and we wish you a good further journey to your next destination.

Highlights

• TV

Facilities

• Airport transfer