Caprivi Houseboat Safari Lodge is a riverfront lodge at 1 Hippo Road in Katima Mulilo. Despite the name, the accommodation is land-based rooms with river views over the Zambezi rather than cabins on the water.
Location and Zambezi access
The lodge sits right on the Zambezi at 1 Hippo Road in Katima Mulilo, giving guests river views and easy river access while staying close to town, and it is well positioned for boat activities and onward routes towards the Ngoma crossing and Chobe. The riverfront location is the main draw, and the name reflects the property’s river focus rather than accommodation on the water.
Accommodation and facilities
The rate used is a Double Room with Balcony on a room-only basis; breakfast and other meal-inclusive tiers are available, but a single consistent room-only figure has been used here so the price can be compared cleanly against the other properties. The lodge has a garden and terrace, a restaurant and bar, free WiFi and free parking, and the balconies make the most of the river outlook.
Who this property may suit
It suits travellers who want a balcony and river views at a mid-range price in town, with the flexibility to add meals rather than commit to a set board basis. It is a comfortable middle option between the budget guesthouses and the pricier destination lodges.
Planning your Zambezi stay
The river-view balconies are the draw, so a room facing the Zambezi is worth requesting. Check current availability for Caprivi Houseboat Safari Lodge on Booking.com.
Frequently asked questions
Is it an actual houseboat?
No, the rooms are land-based with river views over the Zambezi, despite the name.
Is breakfast included?
The rate shown is room-only; breakfast is an optional add-on.
Do rooms have balconies?
Yes, the rate used is a Double Room with Balcony.
