* Lianshulu Lodge is situated on a private concession inside the Mudumu National Park
* Overlooks the Kwando River and Lianshulu Lagoon
* Large amounts of wildlife in the area, including hippo, Sable antelope, Roan antelope, Cape buffalo and the elusive Sitatunga.
* Great birdwatching area with over 350 recorded bird species in two habitats: Kwando wetland ecosystem and dry woodlands
* Cultural Visits to Lizauli Traditional Village
* Boat cruises along the Kwando River, game drives into the Mudumu National Park and guided walks.

* Lianshulu Lodge overlooks the Kwando River and the Lianshulu Lagoon within the Mudumu National Park
* The Kwando River is characterized by extensive floodplains with papyrus swamps and lush riverine forest.
* Moving away from the river mixed mopane and teak woodlands and typical African savannah dominate the landscape.

Wildlife
* The Kwando River is home to the hippo and crocodiles
* Predators such as lions and leopards are found in the area, but are seldom seen.
* Antelopes only seen in north eastern Namibia, such as the Red Lechwe, Southern Reedbuck, Sable antelope, Roan antelope and the elusive Sitatunga.
* Other game species include impala, Cape buffalo, tsetsebe and elephants.

Birdlife
* Over 350 bird species have been recorded in the Kwando River area
* Black crowned heron, African jacana, Hadida ibis, Open billed stork, African green pigeon, Meyer’s parrot, Black collared barbet, and Paradise flycatcher are often seen.

Day visits
* Mudumu National Park
* Mamili National Park
* Bwabwata National Park

Onward Travel
* Katima Mulilo
* Impalila Island
* Mahango Game Park
* Popa Falls
* Botswana
* Victoria Falls

10 x guest chalets consisting of:
* 7 x twin chalets
* 2 x double chalets
* 1 x family chalet (1 bedroom with 4 single beds and 1 bathroom - also a wheelchair friendly room)
* 1 x single and 1 twin guide room (not of same standard as guest chalets)

The chalets are build on a wooden platform with thatched roofing and offer:
* Generous spacing and dense forest between chalets ensures privacy
* En-suite bathroom
* Private viewing deck overlooking the Kwando River or the Lianshulu Lagoon
* Small room safe
* Electricity is supplied by generator with battery backup
* Hot water from geysers
* Daily laundry service is included on the FI basis otherwise at extra cost
* Video battery recharging facilities are available at the main lodge

Facilities are in a central, split level, thatched complex
* Dining area with individual tables
* Large comfortable lounge
* Bar
* Split-level wooden observation decks
* Two outdoor fireplaces
* Secluded swimming pool
* Curios on sale
* Video / camera battery recharging facilities

* AM & PM boat cruises on the Kwando River
* AM & PM game drives into Mudumu National Park
* Sundowner boat cruises on the Kwando River
* Guided walks in to the Mudumu National Park
* Visit to the Lizauli Traditional Village (if staying 2 nights at Lianshulu Lodge)
* Bird watching

Lianshulu Lodge uses the following vehicles and boats
* 6 x 9 seater open 4x4 game viewing vehicles
* 1 x 16 seater patoon boat
* 1 x 6 seater patoon boat
* 1 x 9 seater transfer boat

* The chef creates meals with a traditional and creative flair
* Breakfast buffet
* Light lunch with selection of cold dishes
* Dinner usually 3-course set menu
* After dinner coffee / tea and drinks are served around an open fire
* Breakfast & lunch packs on request and advance booking
* Special dietary requirements must be notified in advance
* Drinks:

• FI basis: All drinks included, except for imported & premium wines and spirits.

• DBB basis: All drinks at guests own account

NO CELLPHONE COVERAGE AT LODGE
For details see the Mobile coverage map.

Reservations & Marketing
Namibia Tracks and Trails
Tel +264 - (0)64 - 416 820
Fax +264 - (0)64 - 404 664
E-mail travel@namibia-tracks-and-trails.com

Website http://www.namibia-tracks-and-trails.com/lodges/lianshulu.htm

* English
* Afrikaans

* Visa
* Master
* Travellers’ cheques

Assistance to communal conservancies
Lianshulu Lodge provides both direct employment and skills training to many members of surrounding communal conservancies. In addition, a nightly bed levy is paid by Lianshulu Lodge guests that is divided between individual households and community projects alike.

Development & support of traditional village
The Lizauli Community, 13 km to the north of Lianshulu Lodge, have established a community tourism initiative that has recreated all the unique traditions and culture of the Namibian village. Lianshulu Lodge was instrumental in this project, providing both start-up capital for construction as well as training & guidance in the management of a tourism venture. Proceeds are divided amongst the community.

Marketing of community made thatch for building
This region is one of the few in Namibia which has grass that can be used in thatching for roofs. Lianshulu Lodge has assisted the communities in the sale of this renewable resource to other safari lodges.

Employment of game guards
Another conservancy initiative backed by Lianshulu Lodge is the employment of Community Game Guards by the Integrated Rural Development and Nature Conservation (IRDNC) NGO. Guards are responsible for guiding the wildlife back within the unfenced borders of the park, protecting cultivated land from elephants at night, and the provision of other basic services. In return the IRDNC pays conservancy fees and the guards' salaries.

Reduction of poaching
In an attempt to reduce poaching, Lianshulu Lodge sponsors cattle for community celebrations in lieu of buffalo being hunted within the Mudumu National Park boundaries. Lianshulu Lodge also pays compensation for any community cattle killed by lion.

* During the dry season, Lianshulu Lodge can be reached in a small 2 X 4 sedan.
* As a large part of the journey may take place on gravel roads, consultants should switch to a 4x4 vehicle during the rainy season (October to April).

* Katima Mulilo
* Impalila Island
* Mahango Game Park
* Popa Falls
* Botswana
* Victoria Falls

Katima Mulilo via Kongola
Katima Mulilo via Kongola to Lianshulu Lodge is approx. 135 km
* From Katima drive east on the B8 to Kongola (approx. 90 km)
* From Kongola drive south on the C49 into the Mudumu National Park (approx. 45 km)
* Follow the signs to Lianshulu Lodge
The B8 is tar road. The rest of the route is gravel road.

Katima Mulilo scenic route
Katima Mulilo (scenic route) to Lianshulu Lodge is approx. 140 km
* From Katima drive east on the B8 to the C49 turn off (approx. 8 km)
* Turn left into the C49 and drive into the Mudumu National Park (approx. 132 km)
* Follow the signs to Lianshulu Lodge
The B8 is tar road. The rest of the route is gravel road.
Note: During rainy season, ask about the condition of the C49 before taking the scenic route.

Impalila Island
Impalila Island to Lianshulu Lodge is approx. 257 km
* From Kasane drive east to Ngoma border crossing (approx. 56 km)
* Once you have completed the Namibian and Botswana border crossing formalities drive follow the B8 to Katima Mulilo. (approx. 66 km)
* From Katima drive east on the B8 to Kongola (approx. 90 km)
* From Kongola drive south on the C49 into the Mudumu National Park (approx. 45 km)
* Follow the signs to Lianshulu Lodge
The C49 is gravel road. The rest of the trip is tar road.

Popa Falls
Popa Falls to Lianshulu Lodge is approx. 310 km
* From Popa Falls drive north on the C48 to the B8 turn off (approx. 18 km)
* Turn right into the B8 and drive to Kongola (approx. 247 km)
* From Kongola drive south on the C49 into the Mudumu National Park (approx. 45 km)
* Follow the signs to Lianshulu Lodge
The B8 is tar road. The rest of the route is gravel road.
En-route attraction: The B8 goes through the Bwabwata National Park. Please drive carefully and look out for game crossing the road.

Lianshulu Airstrip (FYLS)
* South 18 degrees 06’ 59”
* East 23 degrees 23’ 18”
* Length: 1,300 m
* Direction 11/29
* Surface: Compacted calcrete / grass

* Lianshulu Lodge offers road and air transfers to / from Susuwe Island Lodge, Katima Mulilo, Kasane, Victoria Falls and Livingstone.
* Boat transfers to / from Kwando Lagoon Camp in Botswana
* Please contact Namibia Tracks and Trails for details.

* Check in: 12h00
* Check out: 10h00

01.12.2009 to 14.06.2010
DBB			FI
Single pp	N$ 2,595		Single pp	N$ 4,410
Double pp	N$ 1,800		Double pp	N$ 2,985

15.06.2010 to 15.11.2010
DBB			FI
Single pp	N$ 2,645		Single pp	N$ 5,005
Double pp	N$ 1,850		Double pp	N$ 3,580

16.11.2010 to 15.12.2010
DBB			FI
Single pp	N$ 2,595		Single pp	N$ 4,410
Double pp	N$ 1,800		Double pp	N$ 2,985

* DBB rates includes Dinner, Bed & Breakfast only
* Full Inclusive (FI) is on lunch, dinner, bed & breakfast basis and includes:

• scheduled lodge activities
• concession fees
  
• all local drinks (premium exports and bottle wine is extra)

* Rates incl. VAT and statutory NTB levy.
* Rates subject to change unless bookings confirmed.

Booking & deposit policy
* Bookings will only be confirmed upon payment of a 20% non-refundable deposit. The 20% deposit is based on the full quoted price.
* The balance of the quoted price is payable 6 weeks prior to arrival.

Cancellation policy
* More than 8 weeks prior to arrival: 100% of the deposit
* Less than 8 weeks prior to arrival: 100% of deposit, plus 25% of the total price
* Less than 4 weeks prior to arrival: 50% of the total price
* Less than 3 weeks prior to arrival: 60% of the total price
* Less than 2 weeks prior to arrival: 100% of the total price
* No show: 100% of the total price

Parents should be aware that Lianshulu Lodge is in a wildlife area and game often walks through the lodge.

* No children under 6 years of age are permitted at Lianshulu Lodge
* Children 6 to 12 years, sharing with parents: discounted rate
* Children from 13 years and above pay the normal adult rate.

Lianshulu Lodge reserve the right to request parents with young children to book a private vehicle to avoid disruption of activities where other guests participate on.

Read the guidelines on child safety

* 1 guide / pilot per group: discounted rate on accomm and meals

On the banks of the lazy Kwando River, in the Mudumu National Park, Lianshulu Lodge offers travellers luxury and comfort, and the chance to sight elephants, hippos, crocodiles and buffaloes.

On the banks of the lazy Kwando River, in the Mudumu National Park, luxurious Lianshulu Lodge offers travellers luxury and comfort, and the chance to sight elephants, hippos, crocodiles and buffaloes.

This is another side of Africa, a world of running water, reeds and bird calls from bushes. On a pontoon cruise, travellers may see hippo or a crocodile. Further inland, there is the chance to explore sub-tropical forests and visit a Caprivi village.

On the banks of the lazy Kwando River, in the Mudumu National Park, Lianshulu Lodge offers travellers luxury and comfort, and the chance to sight elephants, hippos, crocodiles and buffaloes.

This is another side of Africa, a world of running water, reeds and bird calls from bushes. On a pontoon cruise, travellers may get a glimpse of a hippo or a sighting of a crocodile lurking among the reeds. Further inland, on a game drive, there is the chance to explore the animal species of the sub-tropical forests. Finally, the day can be rounded off with a visit to a Caprivi village for a look into the lifestyles and culture of the local people.

A day in this inaccessible landscape ends best with drinks on the deck of Lianshulu and a magnificent sunset, before retiring to the comfort of a luxurious chalet with a magnificent view of the river.