Jackalberry Tented Lodge
Zambezi Region
Built right on the banks of the Linyanti River, on the border between Namibia and Botswana, you find Jackalberry Tented Camp. This unique lodge has been built inside the Nkasa Rupara National Park (formerly known as Mamili National Park) and is completely unfenced.
The Nkasa Rupara National Park has large populations of wildlife roam freely. Many can be spotted from the decks of the multi-storey lodge built in and around the enormous Jackalberry tree. The decks offer 360° uninterrupted views sweeping across the flood plains of Namibia to the woodlands of Botswana just across the river.
Despite its remote location, Jackalberry Tented Camp boasts many home comforts. The ground floor is a communal area, the upper floors house reception, dining area/bar, and a spacious and comfortable lounge which boasts exceptional views of the surrounding landscape.
Facilities
Accommodation
3 x Twin Tents
Large custom-built to accommodate approximately 32sq m. These tents have been comfortablyfurnished with twin beds, electric lights, mosquito nets and en suite bathrooms.
1 x Honeymoon Suite
Furnished to the same exacting standards at the other three tents, but boasts a double bed, instead of twin beds.
Activities
Game Drives to Nkasa Rupara National Park
Offering fantastic game viewing opportunities in total wilderness. Typical sightings may include Elephant, Buffalo, Hippo, Lion, Leopard, Impala, Kudu, Zebra, Wildebeest, Roan and Sable. Over 400 Bird Species recorded within the Park make the area a Birder’s Dream all year round.
Night Drives
Arguably the Ultimate Game Drive Experience! With a skilled Guide you will see plenty to fascinate you.
Boat Cruises
To explore exclusively the river life, and thedying sun painting the landscape – with a drink in your hand. . . and a camera ready! Hippos, Hippos, Hippos and a good chancesof sighting water adapted antelope such as Waterbuck, Reedbuck, Sitatunga and Lechwe.
Driving Instructions
JACKALBERRY TENTED CAMP is situated inside the Nkasa Rupara National Park (Mamili NP) entrance, 13km south-east of the Park main entrance of Shisintze.
From Rundu: take the B8 east from Rundu to Kongola then turn right (south-east) on the tarred C49 road for about 70km.
From Katima Mulilo: drive south on B8 for about 7km, then take C49 forabout110km (tarred up to Sangwali) From Sangwali drive 24km south. The Shisintze Ranger Station (MEFT) is on the Park boundary. Enter the park and drive in the direction of the Camp. Guests booked on DBB must pay their park fees.
A 4×4 is mandatory. For clients who do not have 4×4 vehicles, transfers from Sangwali can be arranged, at an additional charge.
