The riverbanks of Rundu
Bite-sized trip
Day 1 – Arrival in Rundu
Today you will arrive in the vibrant town of Rundu on the Okavango River. Rundu is known for its wood carvings, particularly masks, animal figures and traditional utensils. Rundu’s Open Market is a great place to find these handmade crafts and connect with the local people. You will spend the night at an intimate lodge with a thatched roof and a private veranda that offers views across the river to Angola. Enjoy taking a dip in the swimming pool, or cruising on the river by boat.
Day 2 – Caprivi village walk
After breakfast drive into Caprivi in search of the real Africa. You will pass traditional huts made of mud, wood and reeds, and local artists weaving baskets and creating wood carvings. With a local guide, you’ll explore the village and learn about rural life, connecting with locals as they go about their daily lives. There will be the opportunity to sample the local beer if you wish.
Tonight, you will stay in a lodge near Popa Falls, on the banks of the river, surrounded by lush vegetation and the soothing sounds of the flowing river. If you have time you can visit the nearby falls, to see the river cascading over the rocks and if you’re lucky you may even spot a grunting hippo or a crocodile drifting along the river’s edge.
Mahango National Park is also nearby and well worth visiting for its rich diversity of wildlife, and a more secluded atmosphere compared to the larger reserves. If you would like to explore the park, we recommend staying another night, which we can arrange for you.
Day 3 – Departure from Rundu
Today you will be leaving Rundu and heading to your next destination. You could cross over into Botswana and head to the Okavango Delta, or for the highest chance of spotting elephants, head to Chobe National Park, where the largest population of elephants live. If you’re travelling further into Namibia, we recommend stopping at Etosha National Park for incredible wildlife viewing opportunities of the big 4.
Accommodation
