* 46 km west of Ruacana on the bank of the Kunene River.
* Large wooden deck, extending over the river, for mealtimes and bird watching.
* White-water rafting trips from 1 to 7 days in length. Must be booked in advance.
* Birdwatching hotspot with 240 different bird species, including endemic rufous tailed palm thrush and Cinderella Waxbill
* Opportunity to visit a Himba settlement
* Ideal for onward travel to Etosha National Park, Epupa Falls, Opuwo and Oshakati.

* In contrast to the arid surrounding landscape, the area around Kunene River Lodge is characterised by a narrow strip of dense reed banks and tall trees which include Ana trees, fig trees, leadwood trees and makalani palm
* Attracts a great variety of birds including Rüppell’s parrot, Cinderella waxbill, rufous-tailed palm thrush and the African-fish eagle.

Day Visit
* Ruacana
* Himba village

Onward Travel
* Opuwo
* Epupa Falls
* Etosha National Park (King Nehale & Von Lindequist Gate)
* Oshakati
* Kamanjab

12 x guest rooms / bungalows consisting of:
8 x deluxe rooms
4 x A-frame bungalows
Guides are accommodated in the A-frame bungalows or if the lodge is fully booked a tent is is pitched for the guide.

Deluxe Rooms
* 5 x rooms with 2 double beds
* 2 x rooms with 3 single beds
* 1 room with a double bed and a bunk bed for children
* Shower, toilet and basin
* Veranda
* Air-conditioning & ceiling fan
* Laundry service on reqyest

A-frame bungalow
* 3 x bungalows with a double bed and 1 x bungalow with 2 single beds
* Shower, toilet and basin
* Ceiling fan
* Laundry service on request

Kunene River Lodge has 12 campsites:
* On the bank of the Kunene River in the shade of large trees
* 2 ablution blocks, each with 4 showers, 4 toilets and washbasin
* Each campsite has electricity from 8 AM to midday & from 6 PM to 10 PM
* Each campsite has a braai area
* Campers can make full use of lodge facilities and can participate in activities.

The stone main complex leads to a large wooden platform overhanging the Kunene River.
* Dining area with individual tables on the platform
* Small dining area next to the bar (for use during rains)
* Bar
* Curio Shop
* Swimming pool

River based activities
* White-water rafting

• guides are fully trained to standards of the African Paddlers Association

• teamed in two or eight man boats
• trips are dependent on water levels
• Duration: 1 to 7 day trips
• trips longer than 1 day require advance bookings, but can only be paid at the lodge directly
  

* Sundowner cruises on the Kunene River
* Self guided canoe trips. Canoes can be rented at the lodge.
* Fishing tackle can be hired from the lodge.

Birding
* Early morning birding trips on the Kunene River. Duration 2 to 4 hours
* Guided trips to seek the elusive Cinderella Waxbill

Cultural
* Guided visit to a Himba Village. Duration 1 to 2 hours. As this is not a tourist facility, visits to the village can not be guaranteed, but are up to the discretion of the community.

Note: It is recommended that self drive clients make use of the lodge's Himba visit activity, rather than try to visit a village on their own. Not all villages welcome tourists and even if they do, the language barrier makes it very difficult to communicate and can lead to misunderstandings and an upleasant experience for both the client and the Himbas.

Kunene River Lodge uses the following vehicles and boats:
2 x 10 seater vehicles
7 x 2 seater canoes
2 x 7 seater rafts
1 x 12 seater motor boat

* European & Namibian influenced dishes.
* Breakfast: continental & English
* Lunch a la carte
* For guests booked on DBB basis dinner is a 3 course set menu
* For guests booked on BB basis dinner is a la carte
* Special dietary requirements must be notified in advance

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

Reservations & marketing
Reservation Destination
Tel: +264 - (0)61 - 224 712
24 hours: +264 - (0)61 - 250 725
Fax: +264 - (0)61 - 224 217
E-mail: reservations@resdes.com.na

At Kunene River Lodge
Tel: +264 - (0)65 - 685 016 or 274 300
Fax: +264 - (0)63 - 274 301

Website http://www.kuneneriverlodge.com

* English
* Afrikaans

* Visa
* Mastercard

Kunene River Lodge is located in a newly formed Conservancy and, as the only tourist destination in the area, is at present the only contributor. The funds raised are intended for the local population, with one of the long term aims being to encourage the re-introduction of wildlife to the area, in turn bringing in sustainable tourism. In 2008 a relatively large group of animals was transferred from Etosha National Park and successfully released about 30kms from Kunene River Lodge. In total 100 Mountain Zebra, 27 Giraffe and 44 Kudu's were released and now roam the area freely.

Kunene River Lodge together with the Namibian Educational Trust also supports the Ehomba School Project.

* Kunene River Falls Lodge can be reached in a 2X4 sedan.
* During rainy season check access road with the lodge and if required change to 4x4 vehicle.
* A 4X4 vehicle is highly recommended when driving further into Kaokoland, and the vehicle must be in good condition, stocked with water and should preferably have two spare tyres.

* Opuwo
* Epupa Falls
* Etosha National Park (King Nehale & Von Lindequist Gate)
* Oshakati
* Kamanjab

Opuwo
Opuwo to Kunene River Lodge is approx. 187 km
* From Opuwo drive east on the C41 to the C35 turn off (approx. 56 km)
* Turn left onto the C35 and drive to the C46 turn off (approx. 85 km)
* Turn left onto the C46 and drive to the Kunene River Lodge sign (approx. 46 km)
The last 24 km on the C46 is gravel road. The rest of the route is tar road.

Opuwo scenic route
Opuwo scenic route to Kunene River Lodge is approx. 139 km
* From Opuwo drive north on the C43 to Epembe (approx. 75 km)
* From Epembe take the D3701 and drive to Swartbooisdrift (approx. 60 km)
* At Swartbooisdrift turn right and drive to the Kunene River Lodge sign (approx. 4 km)
The entire route is gravel road. A 4X4 is recommended for this trip

Epupa Falls via Opuwo
Epupa Falls via Opuwo to Kunene River Lodge is approx. 384 km
* From Epupa drive south on the C43 to Opuwo (approx. 197 km)
* From Opuwo drive east on the C41 to the C35 turn off (approx. 56 km)
* Turn left into the C35 and drive to the C46 turn off (approx. 85 km)
* Turn left into the C46 and drive to the Kunene River Lodge sign (approx. 46 km)
The C41, C35 and the first 22 km of the C46 are tar road. The rest of the route is gravel road.
A 4X4 is recommended for the road from Opuwo to Epupa.

Epupa Falls scenic route
Epupa Falls scenic route to Kunene River Lodge is approx. 151 km
* From Epupa drive south on the C43 to Epembe (approx. 87 km)
* From Epembe take the D3701 and drive to Swartbooisdrift (approx. 60 km)
* At Swartbooisdrift turn right and drive to the Kunene River Lodge sign (approx. 4 km)
The entire route is gravel road. A 4X4 is recommended for this trip

Etosha National Park (Von Lindequist Gate)
Etosha (Von Lindequist Gate) to Kunene River Lodge is approx. 434 km
* From Von Lindequest Gate take the C38 to the B1 turn off (approx. 25 km)
* Turn left into the B1 and follow it via Ondangwa to Oshakati (approx. 209 km)
* From Oshakati drive west on the C46 to the Kunene River Lodge sign (approx. 200 km)
The last 24 km on the C46 is gravel road. The rest of the route is tar road.
Beware of cattle, goats, donkeys, chicken and especially children on roads through far northern Namibia.

Etosha National Park (King Nehale Gate)
Etosha (King Nehale Gate) to Kunene River Lodge is approx. 355 km
* From the King Nehale Gate drive on the D3646 to the B1 turn off (approx. 15 km)
* Turn left into the B1 and follow it via Ondangwa to Oshakati (approx. 140 km)
* From Oshakati drive west on the C46 to the Kunene River Lodge sign (approx. 200 km)
The B1 and the first 22 km of the C46 are tar road. The rest of the route is gravel road.
Beware of cattle, goats, donkeys, chicken and especially children on roads through far northern Namibia.
Note: Clients need to arrive at King Nehale Gate at least 3 hours before sunset, as the closest rest camp is Namutoni, which is a minimum 2 hours drive from King Nehale Gate.

Kamanjab
Kamanjab to Kunene River Lodge is approx. 318 km
* From Kamanjab drive north on the C35 to the C46 turn off (approx. 272 km)
* Turn left into the C46 and drive to the Kunene River Lodge sign (approx. 46 km)
The last 24 km on the C46 is gravel road. The rest of the route is tar road.

Kunene River Lodge uses the Swartbooisdrift Airstrip

Swartbooisdrift Airstrip
South: 17 degrees 24’ 18”
East: 13 degrees 49’ 88"
Elevation: 2,500 feet
Length: 1,200 meter
Surface: Earth
Direction: 09/27
Cautions/Warning:

• Caution animals and people often on runway.

• Old disused military airfield 3nm West of field, do not mistake for runway.

Pilots need to buzz Kunene River Lodge on approach. Please ensure that the booking office knows the estimated time of arrival.

Kunene River Lodge offers transfers, at an additional cost, to and from the Swartbooisdrift Airstrip. 

* Check in: 14h00
* Check out: 10h30

01.11.2009 to 31.10.2010
BB			DBB
Deluxe Room			Deluxe Room
Single pp	N$ 1,050		Single pp	N$ 1,288
Double pp	N$ 750		Double pp	N$ 920
Bungalow			Bungalow
Single pp	N$ 728		Single pp	N$ 966
Double pp	N$ 520		Double pp	N$ 690

BB is on Bed & Breakfast basis only
DBB is on Dinner, Bed & Breakfast basis only
Rates incl. VAT and tourism levy.
Rates subject to change unless bookings confirmed.

Bookings
* All bookings must be made in writing and specify:

• estimated time of arrival and from where guests are travelling

• guest nationality

• specify accommodation e.g. Deluxe room, bungalow or camping.

• specify meal basis e.g. BB or DBB
  

Cancellation policy
All cancellations will be reconfirmed in writing. Non-receipt of a cancellation confirmation means that the reservation has not been cancelled.
* 31 + days prior to arrival: 10% of the deposit amount
* 30 – 22 days prior to arrival: 25% of invoiced amount
* 21 – 16 days prior to arrival: 50% of invoiced amount
* 15 - 8 days prior to arrival: 75% of invoiced amount
* 7 days and less prior to arrival: 100%of invoiced amount
Note: If a 25% deposit was paid and the booking is cancelled 31+ days prior of arrival, a 10% bank / administration fee is deducted from the refund.

* Children of all ages are welcome, however remain the full responsibility of their parents
* Children under the age of 12 sharing with parents are only accommodated in the Deluxe Rooms
* Children aged 3 and below are free of charge providing they share with their parent(s)
* Children between the ages of 4 & 12 receive discounted rates, providing they share with their parents
* Children under the age of 12 requiring their own room or bungalow will be charged full adult rates.

Note: Date of birth of the child(ren) to be supplied at the time of making the reservation to qualify for the child policy.

Read the guidelines on child safety

* 1 to 7 full paying guests: 1 tour guide / pilot: discounted guide rates
* 8 or more full paying guests: 2 tour guides / pilots: discounted guide rates

International Tour leaders pay full guest rates unless in possession of a Namibian work permit. A copy of the work permit is required to qualify for tour guide discounts.

On the banks of Kunene River in Kaokoland, in far north-western Namibia, Kunene River Lodge offers the excitement and adventure of wildlife and whitewater rafting, and encounters with Himba nomads.

On the banks of Kunene River in Kaokoland, in far north-western Namibia, Kunene River Lodge offers the excitement and adventure of wildlife and whitewater rafting, and encounters with Himba nomads.

Although Kaokoland is hot and dry, the lush strip along the Kunene River banks attracts hardy wildlife and hundreds of bird species. In this environment, travellers can take guided excursions to meet and interact with Himbas, one of the last remaining nomadic African tribes.

On the banks of Kunene River in Kaokoland, in far north-western Namibia, Kunene River Lodge offers the excitement and adventure of wildlife and whitewater rafting, and encounters with Himba nomads.

Although Kaokoland is hot and dry, the lush strip along the Kunene River banks attracts hardy wildlife and hundreds of bird species. In this environment, travellers can take guided excursions to meet and interact with Himbas, one of the last remaining nomadic African tribes.

Kunene River Lodge offers the best of the Kunene River and Kaokoland, with excursions to meet the Himbas, whitewater rafting, sundowner cruises, canoeing and exceptional birdwatching on guided beginner excursions, on short hikes around the lodge and from the large deck above the river.

Set in shady, green gardens, the cool bungalows, campsites and chalets of the lodge are an excellent place to relax and recharge before or after journeys of exploration in wild Kaokoland.