WELCOME TO THE KAVANGO-ZAMBEZI
A shared vision
The Kavango Zambezi TFCA is enormous, larger than Germany and Austria combined and nearly twice as large as the United Kingdom. It lies in the Kavango and Zambezi river basins where Angola, Botswana, Namibia, Zambia and Zimbabwe converge.
Kavango Zambezi- a shared vision
Imagine an African wilderness the size of France, where thousands of elephants tramp ancient migration trails unfettered by national boundaries. Picture vast horizons of forest, swamp, saltpan and savannah that teem with grazing herds and their attendant predators – and mighty rivers that snake across the land towards roaring cataracts, island labyrinths and desert sands. And imagine this wilderness populated by communities who live in harmony with it, knowing that their wellbeing depends upon preserving its natural riches.
There’s no need to imagine. This wilderness exists and its name is the Kavango Zambezi Transfrontier Conservation Area. If you don’t know the name, you will undoubtedly know many of its top drawcards: world-famous national parks such as Chobe, Moremi, Hwange and Kafue; jaw-dropping natural wonders such as the Okavango Delta and Victoria Falls. Together, these parks and wilderness areas, together with the contiguous parcels and corridors of protected land that connect and surround them, comprise a staggering 520,000 square kilometres. This makes Kavango Zambezi today the second largest conservation area in the world.
KAVANGO ZAMBEZI
So where exactly is Kavango Zambezi? Look at a map, and you will see that its fig leaf outline overlays the adjoining corners of five separate countries: Angola, Botswana, Namibia, Zambia and Zimbabwe. Each is a committed partner in Kavango Zambezi’s shared mission. They know that wildlife conservation, and the responsible tourism it generates, is crucial for the development and well-being of local communities; that working co-operatively across natural boundaries to protect wildlife and natural resources will benefit the whole region. Together, they are pioneering a model that could one day benefit the whole of Africa.
When it comes to wildlife, Kavango Zambezi is hard to beat. In addition to Africa’s largest population of African elephant (approx. 250,000), the park supports significant numbers of many other large mammals, including buffalo, hippopotamus, lion, leopard, spotted hyena, zebra, giraffe and numerous antelope, plus internationally threatened species such as cheetah and African wild dog. The bird life is also prolific, with rarities such as wattled crane among over 600 species, while among 128 species of reptile is one of Africa’s largest remaining populations of Nile crocodile.
This natural diversity guarantees the visitor spectacular rewards. Whether enjoying the full ‘big five’ safari experience from the comfort of a luxury lodge in Botswana’s Okavango Delta, bumping off the beaten track in the wilds of Zambia’s Sioma Ngwezi National Park or simply kicking back at the idyllic riverbank resorts of Victoria Falls to marvel at one of the world’s greatest natural wonders, Kavango Zambezi has every African adventure covered.
The Kavango Zambezi vision is ambitious: dealing with such a vast area brings major challenges, such as tackling poaching and reducing human-wildlife conflict. But leaders, community members, scientists and conservationists from all five member countries are today uniting to overcome these challenges; to protect wildlife, promote tourism and support the well-being of local communities. In the process they are creating the world’s greatest conservation project and, for the true lover of wildlife and wilderness, perhaps its most exciting visitor experience.
Explore the Kavango Zambezi
Find out more about the Kavango Zambezi
THE ZAMBEZI SOCIETY – HUMAN WILDLIFE CO-EXISTENCE
The Sijwa Project: A Transformative Journey of Sustainability and Community Empowerment
THE PEOPLE OF TSODILO HILLS
Human-Wildlife Conflict in Dambwa South, Livingstone, Zambia
Breeding Marvels – Carmine Bee Eaters in Divundu, Namibia
Majestic Journeys – The Elephant Migration
A Glimpse into the Past
Dusty Road – Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Tsodilo Hills: A Sacred Legacy of the San People and their Spiritual Heart
Uncover KAZA’s Hidden Gems – Khaudum National Park, Namibia
Uncover KAZA Zambia – Namibia – Zimbabwe – Botswana
Mavinga National Park – Angola:
Selected Trips to the Kavango Zambezi
The ultimate adventure through wild Botswana
9 nights
An epic overland odyssey from Namibia to Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe, through one of the most wildlife-rich countries on Earth.
DAY 1
Welcome to Windhoek
DAY 2
Kalahari Desert road trip
DAY 3
Okavango Delta
DAY 4
Bushwalking in the Okavango Delta
DAY 5
Goodbye Delta, hello Maun
DAY 6
Baobab bushwalk
DAY 7
Chobe National Park
DAY 8
Chobe National Park game drive and river cruise
DAY 9
On to Victoria Falls
DAY 10
All good things must come to an end
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Adventure, Boating, Conservation, National Park, Safaris, Walking, Wildlife |
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Australia, Germany, Netherlands, New Zealand, South Africa, UK, USA |
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Muxima – Through the heart of Angola
17 DAYS
Discovery trip for Africa connoisseurs: Luanda, Pungo Andongo, Namibe and train ride with the former Benguela train
The “Black Rocks” of Pungo Andongo look like diced by giants into the savannah. In the middle of these majestic island mountains used to be the Ndongo Empire with its famous warrior queen Njinga. According to a popular legend, the beautiful queen once took a bath in a spring between the rocks and was surprised by foreign soldiers. Frightened, horrified and naked, Njinga managed to escape over the rocks. However, she is said to have appeared so firmly that you can still admire her footprint in the rock today. Follow the traces of the queen into the dream landscapes of Angola – a country full of beauty, almost undiscovered by tourism.
Kaza Undercover
21 Nights/22 Days
Join this 22-day adventure through Botswana, Zambia, and Zimbabwe, starting in the Okavango Delta—a National Heritage Site pulsating with life. Experience different activities at Nxamaseri Island Lodge and continue the adventure in Moremi Game Reserve, Savute, and Chobe, encountering abundant wildlife and landscapes. Explore Victoria Falls, known for its exploration activities, and venture into Hwange National Park for game viewing. Enjoy immersive encounters in Hwange, with visits to local village schools. Depart to Livingstone for thrilling adventures and proceed to Kafue National Park for diverse wildlife encounters. Continue the safari quest in Lower Zambezi with morning drives, canoeing, tiger fishing, and walking safaris. Bid farewell with a shared transfer to Jeki airstrip on the way to Lusaka Airport.
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Adventure, Backpackers, Birding, Boating, Conservation, Cultural Experiences, Culture, Fishing, National Park, Photography, Safaris, Walking, Wildlife |
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Africa at its best
19 DAYS
Safari adventures to the highlights of three countries: Sossusvlei, Okavango Delta and Zambezi
You glide almost silently in a mokoro through a labyrinth of water arms. “Tchzrrr-tchzrr!” – shrills the call of a shrike, which warns the other animals of your dugout. Joyce, your Bayei guide, stops punting and points to a tiny reed frog, well camouflaged, bobbing on a papyrus stalk. How she manages to spot such a fingernail-sized dwarf will probably remain her secret forever. But that’s how it’s been all morning… Lechwe antelopes under Ilala palms; jacanas on lily pads; Hippos, always breaking new waterways in the man-high reeds. Joyce knows the Okavango Delta like the back of her hand, this green island of life in the middle of the Kalahari.
Dusty Road
Sarah Lilford founded Dusty Road, a Zimbabwean catering company, in 1998. From day one, it epitomised Sarah’s passion for fresh, seasonal food and her sunny, affable personality shone through as she produced a pantry range of pickles, preserves, jams, chutneys, oils, vinegars and confectionary. After having studied cookery overseas, Sarah travelled around the world and initially, her food reflected vastly different gastronomic influences: Asian, Mediterranean, south American and European, and she honed her skills working in bucket-list places: a ski resort in Switzerland, a yacht in the Mediterranean, Australian cattle stations and Kiwi farms, Scottish hunting lodges and African luxury tented camps. She blended those flavours with her own flair which stemmed from her upbringing on a Zimbabwean commercial farm, and revealed a unique take on food which proved vastly popular with those from all walks of life.
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