Established
2007 (Bwabwata NP expanded)
Size
6,274 km² (Bwabwata NP)
Elevation
900–1,000 m
Ecosystem
Riverine, Floodplain, Woodland
Best Time
May – October
Entry Fee
$8 per adult/day
About Caprivi Strip (Zambezi Region)
The Caprivi Strip (officially the Zambezi Region) is Namibia's unexpected green paradise — a narrow panhandle of lush riverine forests, papyrus-fringed floodplains, and permanent waterways that could not be more different from the rest of desert Namibia. Bordered by four countries (Botswana, Zambia, Zimbabwe, and Angola), this region encompasses several national parks including Bwabwata, Mudumu, and Nkasa Rupara (formerly Mamili). The area is a vital wildlife corridor connecting Chobe, Okavango, and the Zambezi ecosystems, supporting large populations of elephants, buffalo, hippos, and an exceptional diversity of birdlife. Tiger fishing on the Zambezi tributaries adds an adventure element unique to this region.
What Makes It Special
Namibia's wettest region
Wildlife corridor between four countries
Tiger fishing
Exceptional birdlife
Community conservancies
Wildlife & Species
Things to Do
Best Time to Visit
Peak Season
Best wildlife viewing
JunJulAugSepOct
Shoulder Season
Fewer crowds, good value
MayNov
Green Season
Lush landscapes, birding
DecJanFebMarApr
Where to Stay
Nambwa Tented Lodge
LuxuryElevated tented suites in the Bwabwata National Park with river and wildlife views.
From $500/night / night
Namushasha River Lodge
Mid-RangeRiverside lodge on the Kwando River offering boat safaris and game drives.
From $200/night / night
Nkasa Lupala Tented Lodge
Mid-RangeRemote lodge accessing Namibia's "miniature Okavango" with seasonal flooding.
From $250/night / night
Safari Packages
4-Day Caprivi Waterways Safari
Boat safaris, tiger fishing, and game drives in Namibia's green paradise
6-Day Caprivi & Chobe Combined
Cross from Namibia's wetlands into Botswana's elephant kingdom