Ilombe Island Lodge

Upper Zambezi River, Zambia

Ilombe Island Lodge

Upper Zambezi River , Zambia

Ilombe Island Lodge is located 95km West of Livingstone, Zambia and 4km North of Kasane, Botswana at the far eastern point of the Caprivi Strip. The Island lies on the Zambezi River border with Namibia.

Ilombe Island belongs to a chain of islands in the Mambova Rapids, below which lies the Caprivi Strip where Zimbabwe, Zambia, Botswana and Namibia meet. Ilombe Island Lodge is a small intimate lodge which is very popular with small groups wanting exclusivity of their very own private island.

Location

Package Details

Accommodation

  • Twin Bedded Tented Chalets
Includes
  • En-Suite
  • Shower
  • Toilet

Meals

Full-board

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Snacks

Activities

  • Guided Bird Walks
  • Guided Fishing Walks
  • Village Tours
  • Nature Walks
  • Boat Cruises

Transfers

Livingstone / Lodge Return – R 980
(Per person – Min 2 pax)
Kasane Airport / Lodge Return – R 1300 (Per person – Min 2 pax)
Mowana / Lodge Return – R 1300
(Per person – Min 2 pax)

Amenities

  • Pool
  • Wi-Fi in Main Lodge Area
  • Laundry (for stays > 3 days)

Includes

  • Full board
  • All Meals
  • Laundry service
  • Boat
  • 20ltr fuel per day
  • River guide
  • WiFi
  • Drinking Water.

Accommodation Options

Twin Bedded Tented Chalets

  • Private
  • Max 10 Guests
Amenities
  • En-Suite
  • AC
  • Minibar
  • Balcony

Activity Details

Guided Bird Walks

All-day Fishing with Local Expert Guides

Frequency

Daily

Guided Fishing Walks

  • Explore River Wildlife
  • Scenic Photo Opportunities
Frequency

Morning & Evening

Nature Walks

Led by Guides to Spot Diverse Bird Species

Frequency

Seasonal Availability

 

Boat Cruises

Led by Guides to Spot Diverse Bird Species

Frequency

Seasonal Availability

 

Amenities

Amenities

  • 24 hour Electricity – 220v – Plug adapter in rooms for chargers, laptops, cameras etc.
  • Insect Repellent and Aerosol in tents.
  • Swimming Pool.

Rates and Payment

Per Night / Per Person

(min 2 pax)
R 5350 (2026)
  • 50% deposit upon booking confirmation
  • Balance due 30 days before arrival
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Additional Information

Airlink has daily flights to and from Livingstone and OR Tambo.

Air Botswana and Airlink operates into Kasane either direct OR Tambo or via Gaborone.

VISA REQUIREMENTS: No visa requirements for SADC countries.

Non-SADC Passport holders must check Visa Requirements before travelling to Zambia.

  • Lightweight Clothing
  • Sunscreen
  • Hat
  • Camera

Fish Ban each year from December to March and only fishing in the Lower Zambezi National Park is allowed.

Ilombe Island is located in a Malaria area.

You are advised to either take prophylactics or bring along some insect repellent of your choice.

We do supply repellent free of charge.

A high factor sun block is recommended as well as suitable head gear and sunglasses.

Some evenings/early morning can be quite cold – suitable cover is recommended.

NO PETS ALLOWED

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