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<name><![CDATA[Bird Guide - Katy Sharpe]]></name>
<description><![CDATA[<p>Katy conducts various birding tours through the Caprivi. Contact her directly for more information.</p><p><a href="http://www.openafrica.org/participant/bird-guide-katy-sharpe">OpenAfrica.org</a></p>]]></description><Point>
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<name><![CDATA[Bum Hill Community Campsite]]></name>
<description><![CDATA[<p>The Bum Hill Community Campsite is part of the Kwando Conservancy that was established in 1996. Members of the community run the campsite and all the proceeds from the camp are used for community upliftment and conservation. <br /><br />Bum Hill offers three standard camping sites with separate <em>braai</em> (barbeque) areas. These sites share an ablution and kitchen block. Water is available, but only for purposes of hygiene, as it is not suitable for drinking.<br /><br />There are also three exclusive sites with private facilities (toilet, washbasin and hot shower) and a private <em>braai </em>(barbeque) area. Each of these sites sports a 3m high deck that overlooks the river. The campsite is well kept and the staff is very helpful and friendly.</p><p><a href="http://www.openafrica.org/participant/bum-hill-community-campsite">OpenAfrica.org</a></p>]]></description><Point>
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<name><![CDATA[Caprivi Houseboat Safaris]]></name>
<description><![CDATA[<p>Caprivi Houseboat Safari Lodge is situated on the banks of the Zambezi River, a few kilometers from Katima Mulilo in the Caprivi Region of Namibia - a small owner operated establishment offering personalized service.</p>
<p><strong>Accommodation:</strong></p>
<p>Rustic en-suite chalets over looking the Zambezi River catering for up to twelve guests.&nbsp; <br />Fully Catered / Self Catering.</p>
<h3>River Cruises:</h3>
<p><strong>Sunset Cruises</strong> - Relax with a refreshing sundowner whilst enjoying a spectacular sunset over the Zambezi River;</p>
<p><strong>Day Cruises</strong> - Enjoy a leisurely day on the Zambezi and a picnic lunch along the riverbank;</p>
<p><strong>Overnight Safaris</strong> -Two to four nights on our houseboats will take you down the Zambezi and / or Chobe Rivers to enjoy, with the river as your platform, the fascinating array of fauna and flora this region has to offer. Travel at a leisurely pace down the expanse of these mighty rivers with its endless floodplains and breathtaking sunsets.&nbsp; In the evening relax around the warmth of a campfire on a secluded white sandbank before heading to the comfort of your tent, gently rocking to sleep to the sounds of an African Night.</p>
<h3>Angling:</h3>
<p>With a myriad of fish species abundant in the Zambezi, ample angling opportunities are on offer. Famous for its tiger fish and bream, the river promises to challenge and enthrall both the angling enthusiast and the novice. Test your skills in the art of fly-fishing among the fast flowing rapids or lure in a record fish on your trusted rapala.</p>
<p>Angling boats can be rented on an hourly, half day or full day basis.&nbsp; All boats hired are accompanied by a skipper.&nbsp; Knowledgeable guides for specialized angling / birding safaris can also be arranged to assist in making your stay with us an angler/birders paradise.</p>
<h3>Birding:</h3>
<p>The Caprivi is home to over 400 wetland and woodland bird species. In close proximity to our lodge you can view, to name just a few, the Schalow&rsquo;s Turaco, Rock Pratincole and African Finfoot, and maybe catch a glimpse of our resident Pel&rsquo;s Fishing Owl.&nbsp; Other specials in the area include the Slaty Egret, Coppery-tailed Coucal, Swamp Boubou, Souza&rsquo;s Shrike, Copper Sunbird and African Skimmer. Carmine Bea-eaters also frequent the area during their breeding season from September to October.</p>
<h3>Game-viewing:</h3>
<p><strong>The Zambezi River:</strong></p>
<p>The Zambezi River is the fourth largest river system in Africa. Beginning its journey as an insignificant little spring in the northwest corner of Zambia it runs for a length of 2700km through six countries before finally completing its fascinating journey in the warm waters of the Indian Ocean.&nbsp; For 130km this river forms the border between Namibia and Zambia.</p>
<p>Game-viewing on the Zambezi is limited to mainly hippos and crocodiles.&nbsp; Although, through July to November, when the river levels are at its lowest, several herds of elephant can be seen cooling down in the waters of the Zambezi.</p>
<p><strong>The Chobe River:</strong></p>
<p>Forming the southern border between the Eastern Caprivi and Botswana, the Chobe River meanders eastwards to meet the Zambezi River at Kazangula.&nbsp; Travel from the Zambezi River, through the Casaia channel and into the Chobe River at Impalila Island, making your way into magical waters at the edge of the Chobe National Park.</p>
<p>Here you can enjoy the abundance of wildlife that makes this area famous.&nbsp; Being on the river gives a new dimension to game viewing &ndash; the animals showing an almost fearless disdain for a floating object - and allows you to come closer to a large variety of game including elephant, buffalo, giraffe, sable antelope, hippo and crocodile and many more species of buck.&nbsp; Numerous bird species also add to nature&rsquo;s unending display.&nbsp;</p>
<h3>Other attractions:</h3>
<p>In close proximity to three other countries, day trips and transfers can be arranged to the Chobe National Park, Victoria Falls, Ngonye Falls and the Bwabwata, Mamili and Madumu National Parks.</p>
<h3>Choose your route:</h3>
<p>Depending on where you are traveling from, your next destination and what your main interest are (angling, game viewing, birding etc), the possibilities are ample.&nbsp; (i.e. - a two to four night river safari can be incorporated into your existing itinerary, substituting some of the traveling by road with a safari down river).</p>
<h3>Catering options:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Self-catering (lodge and houseboats) - Clients supply their own food and beverages.&nbsp; Client prepares meals;</li>
<li>Assisted self-catering (houseboats only) - The boat is stocked with the necessary foodstuff, accompanied by a guideline menu.&nbsp; Meals are prepared by the client.&nbsp; The boat can also be stocked with beverages according to your specifications.&nbsp; Beverage costs are excluded and will be charged at cost price + 20%; or</li>
<li>Fully catered (lodge only) - 2 nights &ndash; 6 pax maximum per boat (12 pax max) or 3-4 nights &ndash; 4/5 pax maximum per boat&nbsp; ( 8-10 pax max).</li>
</ul>
<h3>The Boats:</h3>
<p>Our camping safari boats are 7.5m aluminum Outback Safari Boats (a waterborne 4x4 safari vehicle), powered by 75hp outboard engines.&nbsp; With two roof top tents and a bunk bed on the lower deck each boat accommodates up to six guests. On board is a small kitchenette with a gas stove, basin and fridge, the dining area, shower and toilet.&nbsp; The boats are equipped with all the necessary kitchenware and camping equipment. An assistant will accompany you and will mainly serve as skipper, assisting in other duties where possible (i.e. setting up camp, making fire etc).&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Please note:</strong> The Caprivi is a malaria area &ndash; find out from your GP/travel clinic on a suitable prophylaxis.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p><p><a href="http://www.openafrica.org/participant/caprivi-houseboat-safaris">OpenAfrica.org</a></p>]]></description><Point>
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<name><![CDATA[Caprivi River Lodge]]></name>
<description><![CDATA[<p>Keith originally came to Katima Mulilo in 2001 to run Caprivi River Lodge before deciding to buy it. It needed a lot of attention however, but he slowly renovated it to the standard it is today. <br /><br />Caprivi River Lodge offers&nbsp;two types of accommodation. They have eight main chalets with en-suite facilities and one chalet with en-suite facilities and a kitchenette. Alternatively, they offer three small backpackers cabins with air-conditioning and ablution facilities. <br /><br />They also have a dining room that serves meals from a set menu.</p>
<p><strong>Please note:</strong>&nbsp; Booking is essential.<br /><br /><strong>They also offer a range of activities including:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Boat trips; </li>
<li>Fishing trips; </li>
<li>Kayaking;</li>
<li>Guided tours; </li>
<li>Safaris in the Mamili Game Reserve; and</li>
<li>Trips to Victoria Falls. </li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p><p><a href="http://www.openafrica.org/participant/caprivi-river-lodge">OpenAfrica.org</a></p>]]></description><Point>
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<name><![CDATA[Impalila Conservancy]]></name>
<description><![CDATA[<p>The Impalila Conservancy is located on Impalila Island in the Eastern Caprivi Floodplain. The easiest way to reach the island is via Kasane in Botswana. When arriving in Kasane, head to the immigration office in the main road. After checking out at immigration, take a ferry to Impalila Island. On arrival on the island, first check in with immigration. The conservancy&rsquo;s office is located approximately 400m from the immigration office and is housed in a green safari tent. <br /><br /><strong>The conservancy currently offers the following activities on the island:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Bike hire &ndash; They have six bikes that can be hired to go on guided tours of the island;</li>
<li>Fishing trips &ndash; They also have equipment for hire;</li>
<li>Sunset/sunrise cruises; </li>
<li>Trips to the <em>&lsquo;Four Corners Baobab&rsquo;</em> &ndash; A baobab tree that can be climbed to see where four countries meet (Namibia, Zambia, Zimbabwe and Botswana);</li>
<li>Village tours (walking tours or bicycle tours); and</li>
<li>Makoro (wooden canoes) trips.</li>
</ul>
<p>All the guides were trained by Birdlife South Africa and Wilderness Safaris, Namibia and are all residents on the island. The conservancy started in 1998 when community members and the owner of Impalila Island Lodge initiated the process with the help of the IRDNC.</p><p><a href="http://www.openafrica.org/participant/impalila-conservancy">OpenAfrica.org</a></p>]]></description><Point>
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<name><![CDATA[Integrated Rural Development and Nature Conservation (IRDNC)]]></name>
<description><![CDATA[<p>Integrated Rural Development and Nature Conservation (IRDNC) is a field-based, non-governmental organization and registered trust. It evolved out of a pioneering partnership with community leaders in the early 1980&rsquo;s to end the massive commercial and subsistence poaching of black rhino, desert adapted elephant and other species then taking place in the Kunene Region of Namibia formerly known as Damaraland and Kaokoland.<br /><br />The community game guard system - whereby local people were appointed by and responsible to their traditional leaders &ndash; was initiated in 1983. Their role was not just to catch poachers, but to stop illegal hunting &ndash; by conservation extension, monitoring wildlife and anti-poaching patrols in the areas where they lived. Although this community empowering approach went against the political climate of that time, it made a major contribution to the recovery of wildlife in Namibia &rsquo;s northwest. The active participation of local people in conservation also nurtured a vision of wildlife becoming a valuable cultural, social and economic resource. In 1990, at the request of traditional leaders, IRDNC started a similar community-based program in the Caprivi Region. <br /><br />At independence the new Namibian Government embraced the community-based conservation model to democratize discriminatory aspects of the conservation legislation. An intensive consultation process by the Ministry of Environment and Tourism, with IRDNC and other partners, in five communal areas, gave communities who lived with wildlife the opportunity to have an input into a new policy. In 1996 communal area dwellers received the same legal rights as freehold farmers through conservancies.</p><p><a href="http://www.openafrica.org/participant/integrated-rural-development-and-nature-conservation-irdnc">OpenAfrica.org</a></p>]]></description><Point>
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<name><![CDATA[Kalizo Lodge]]></name>
<description><![CDATA[<p>Kalizo, meaning <em>'place of safety or safe harbour'</em> is well suited to this lodge, situated on the sandy bank of the Zambezi River, 40km outside of Katima Mulilo.</p>
<p>Kalizo Lodge offers the option of self-catering units, dinner bed and breakfast, or camping. The site is renowned for both fishing and birding with over 430 bird species recorded in the area. Tiger fish between 5-7kg are not uncommon in this part of the river and the current Lodge record for this species is 8.2kg on fly and 10kg conventional fishing. In addition to fishing they also offer quad bike excursions and many other activities. <br /><br />Kalizo Lodge offers seven two bed, en-suite thatched chalets near the waters edge, on a bed and breakfast basis, four self-catering units with either two or three bedrooms and a kitchenette, and 25 campsites with power outlets and water. <br /><br />They also have a swimming pool, a bar with a pool table and a restaurant.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p><p><a href="http://www.openafrica.org/participant/kalizo-lodge">OpenAfrica.org</a></p>]]></description><Point>
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<name><![CDATA[Kasika Conservancy]]></name>
<description><![CDATA[<p>The Kasika Conservancy started in 1998 with the help of the IRDNC. The vision of the conservancy is to help improve the lives of community members that reside in the area. The conservancy is not gazetted yet and their plans also include setting up an office and eventually a campsite. <br /><br />At the moment visitors can come and see their dance group perform traditional dances while the resident <em>sangoma</em> (traditional healer), shows visitors some of the local traditions and remedies. <br /><br />Members of the community also produce crafts that are on sale and village tours can be undertaken with one of the local guides. Makoro trips can also be arranged for birding or fishing trips on the Zambezi River.</p><p><a href="http://www.openafrica.org/participant/kasika-conservancy">OpenAfrica.org</a></p>]]></description><Point>
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<name><![CDATA[Katima Craft Centre]]></name>
<description><![CDATA[<p>The Katima Craft Centre started as a community project in 1986 with only&nbsp;ten members. In 1988 the owner of the Zambezi Lodge offered them a site where they could conduct their business from and they started encouraging other members of the community to get involved. In 1990 they formed the Caprivi Arts and Culture Association and in 1995 the current building was erected with funding from a Swedish Organisation. WWF assisted in providing funding for training to include the quality of their products and today the association has approximately 500 members. <br /><br />All the crafts on display in the centre are sourced from local villages. Every crafter receives an identification code and at the end of the month they receive payment for the crafts they sold during the month. Amongst the craft on sale are woodcarvings, basketry, pottery, bracelets and neck chains.</p><p><a href="http://www.openafrica.org/participant/katima-craft-centre">OpenAfrica.org</a></p>]]></description><Point>
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<name><![CDATA[Kubunyana Community Campsite]]></name>
<description><![CDATA[<p>Kubunyana, which means <em>'small hippopotamus'</em>, is a community campsite on the banks of a quiet tributary of the Kwando River. The campsite was established in 1999 and forms part of the Mayuni Conservancy. The campsite is an excellent base for exploring Mudumu National Park, which is within easy reach for daytrips. The abundance of birds at the river will turn you into an avid birdwatcher in no time. Guided walks along the riverbanks are available on request. Game that can be seen in the area includes hippos and elephants.<br /><br />Kubunyana offers three large permanent tents and four individual sites for camping. The tents, set up under thatched shade structures, contain beds with mattresses and small pieces of furniture. Bedding is not provided. There are large open kitchen facilities under a <em>lapa </em>(thatched roof) as well as an ablution block with hot showers and toilets.<br /><br />At the opposite end the four individual sites for camping are also situated in the shade. There is a <em>braai </em>(barbeque) area and another ablution block with hot showers and toilets. Please note that there is no electricity at Kubunyana and that you should bring your own supply of drinking water.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p><p><a href="http://www.openafrica.org/participant/kubunyana-community-campsite">OpenAfrica.org</a></p>]]></description><Point>
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<name><![CDATA[Lianshulu Lodge]]></name>
<description><![CDATA[<p>Lianshulu Lodge in the East Caprivi overlooks the Kwando River and is situated on a private concession inside the Mudumu National Park. According to lodge management the future of this unique natural heritage will depend on the active involvement of the people who live in the East Caprivi.</p>
<p>Lianshulu Lodge has been instrumental in creating new opportunities and actively encourages projects that utilize indigenous products and knowledge on a sustainable basis. The staff and management are concerned about environmental education and promote wildlife conservation in is broadest sense, in order to create direct economic and social benefits to local communities. They were involved in setting up Lizauli Traditional Village that takes in hundreds of visitors from the surrounding lodges and directly benefits the local community. <br /><br />Accommodation is offered in individually styled and furnished, reed, brick and thatch chalets, each with a private bathroom and secluded, outside deck. Generous spacing between units ensures complete privacy. <br /><br />The lodge accommodates a maximum of&nbsp;twenty guests in&nbsp;ten alone-standing chalets. In addition there is one family unit, which can accommodate four persons.<br /><br />The thatched dining, lounge and bar areas open onto wooden decks, affording views over the Kwando River and its flood plains. Wildlife can often be observed from these vantage points. A fireplace, library, curio shop and swimming pool are also available for guests.<br /><br />Nature drives in the Mudumu National Park are conducted in open 4x4 vehicles. Other activities include guided morning walks in the park, bird-watching, boat excursions and sunset cruises on the Kwando River. Optional night drives are offered between May and November. Experienced, resident guides conduct all activities offered by the lodge.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p><p><a href="http://www.openafrica.org/participant/lianshulu-lodge">OpenAfrica.org</a></p>]]></description><Point>
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<name><![CDATA[Lizauli Traditional Village]]></name>
<description><![CDATA[<p>Lizauli Traditional Village is a community tourism product that gives visitors a glimpse of life in a traditional village. Amongst the things they show visitors are how to stamp a millet, how grain used to be stored, the chicken house (<em>stantwe</em>), and transportation that were used. You can also see how blacksmiths forge metal tools and knives while an assistant operates the hand-made bellows. Visitors also have the opportunity to interact with a traditional healer and to experience traditional dancing. <br /><br />Apart from the activities, they also have various curios on sale in the village that are sourced from the surrounding villages.</p><p><a href="http://www.openafrica.org/participant/lizauli-traditional-village">OpenAfrica.org</a></p>]]></description><Point>
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<name><![CDATA[Mashi Conservancy]]></name>
<description><![CDATA[<p>The Mashi Conservancy is a community initiative 30km south of Kongola. Conservancies are self-defined common property management and social units. These unfenced multiple use areas are zoned by members for their livelihood needs, including crop and livestock farming, mixed wild and domestic animal grazing and exclusive wildlife and tourism. In return for responsible management of wildlife, the government gives a conservancy the rights over its consumptive and non-consumptive use.<br /><br />Conservancy members (share-holders) are required to elect a representative committee (board of directors) to manage natural resources and equitably distribute income amongst community members derived from tourism and hunting. Most conservancies employ game guards, field officers and community activators.<br /><br />The Mashi Conservancy was registered in 2003.</p><p><a href="http://www.openafrica.org/participant/mashi-conservancy">OpenAfrica.org</a></p>]]></description><Point>
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<name><![CDATA[Mashi Craft Market]]></name>
<description><![CDATA[<p>The Mashi Craft Market is located next to the filling station at Kongola. The craft centre is supplied by 11 community groups throughout the Caprivi and currently totals 375 people. Seven women from the Choi area that made necklaces to sell for income started the initiative in 1997. They later started working with the IRDNC who provided them with training in the use of natural resources for making various crafts and also quality control to ensure that their products were up to standard. They were also sent to Ghansi in Botswana to receive training from a community in basket weaving. The initiative has seen great success since its inception and now receives orders from the National Art Gallery and also has an outlet in Windhoek. <br /><br />The crafters makes a range of products including using grasses to make reed mats and baskets, beaded necklaces made from natural seeds, woodcarvings and drums, and fish traps. Each of the 11 communities has a &lsquo;master weaver&rsquo; that teaches the skill to other members of the community.</p><p><a href="http://www.openafrica.org/participant/mashi-craft-market">OpenAfrica.org</a></p>]]></description><Point>
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<name><![CDATA[Mayuni Conservancy]]></name>
<description><![CDATA[<p>The Mayuni Conservancy is a community initiative located at Kongola. This conservancy is one of the first to be established in the area and now boasts with two community campsites: Kubunyana- and Nambwa Community Campsite. The conservancy is approximately 15 000ha in size and generates income for the community through their tourism activities and by awarding hunting concessions.<br /><br /><strong>Also see:</strong> Kubunyana Community Campsite and Nambwa Community Campsite.</p><p><a href="http://www.openafrica.org/participant/mayuni-conservancy">OpenAfrica.org</a></p>]]></description><Point>
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<name><![CDATA[Mazambala Island Lodge]]></name>
<description><![CDATA[<p>Mazambala Island Lodge invites you to: <em>&ldquo;Come and experience the allure of Mazambala, a place of peace and tranquillity where time stands still.</em>&rdquo;</p>
<p>Mazambala is known amongst the local tribes as &ldquo;<em>Island of Abundance</em>&rdquo;, and is noted for its teeming wild life, a bird lover&rsquo;s paradise and its unstinting hospitality and personal attention. The lodge is situated on an island in the Kwando River amid lush tropical vegetation and offers accommodation in 12 traditional reed and thatch en-suite bungalows, with 24 hour electricity. The thatched restaurant, bar and lounge building is on stilts and provides stunning views of the vast flood plain while enjoying excellent meals and ice cold drinks. There is also a 15m long swimming pool.<br /><br />Visitors can enjoy game drives, river cruises, tiger fishing and nature walks amid unspoilt surroundings. There is also an attractive camp site on the banks of the Kwando River. Campers are welcome to visit the lodge for meals in the restaurant or to participate in any of the activities offered by the lodge.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p><p><a href="http://www.openafrica.org/participant/mazambala-island-lodge">OpenAfrica.org</a></p>]]></description><Point>
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<name><![CDATA[N/goabaca Community Campsite]]></name>
<description><![CDATA[<p>N//goabaca meaning &lsquo;<em>boiling water&rsquo;</em> is the Kxoe name for Popa Falls. Situated on the eastern bank of the Okavango, the campsite offers some of the best views of the Popa Falls. N//goabaca is also known for the abundance and variety of birdlife in the floodplains. <br /><br />N//goabaca consists of four individual, secluded campsites (for 2-3 tents each; one larger site is suitable for 4-6 tents). There is a bed of sand for each tent, surrounded by grass and lush riverine vegetation. Large old trees provide shade. Two sites have private wooden decks overlooking the river and the Popa rapids.<br /><br />Each site is equipped with running water, a hot shower, a flush-toilet, a fireplace and a thatched open kitchen.</p><p><a href="http://www.openafrica.org/participant/ngoabaca-community-campsite">OpenAfrica.org</a></p>]]></description><Point>
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<name><![CDATA[Nambwa Community Campsite]]></name>
<description><![CDATA[<p>The Nambwa Community Campsite is part of the Mayuni Conservancy and was started in 2003. The campsite was identified by elders in the community and developed with help from the IRDNC.</p>
<p>To reach the campsite, visitors first need to pay the Susuwe Park Ranger on the opposite side of the road, just left of the Bum Hill Campsite. After paying, cross the main road and follow the dirt road for about 45 minutes. The campsite can be accessed with a four-wheel drive vehicle only.</p>
<p>The campsite consists of six sites with neatly kept ablution facilities. All the sites are located close to the Kwando River and hippos are regular visitors to the campsite. All sites also have views over the floodplain and the site is renowned for its birdlife.&nbsp;</p><p><a href="http://www.openafrica.org/participant/nambwa-community-campsite">OpenAfrica.org</a></p>]]></description><Point>
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<name><![CDATA[Ngoma Craft Centre]]></name>
<description><![CDATA[<p>The Ngoma Craft Centre coincided with the establishment of the Salambala Conservancy in 1994. The construction of the craft centre was done with the help of Helena Brand who secured funding for the project. There is a long history of craftwork in the area and the centre provides the community with an outlet for their products. All the ladies that work at the centre are self-taught and two of them have received training as resource managers and financial management. <br /><br />The centre has a variety of crafts on sale including weaved baskets and mats, pottery and woodcarvings.</p><p><a href="http://www.openafrica.org/participant/ngoma-craft-centre">OpenAfrica.org</a></p>]]></description><Point>
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<name><![CDATA[Salambala Conservancy]]></name>
<description><![CDATA[<p>The Salambala Conservancy is one of Namibia&rsquo;s most biologically diverse areas, encompassing a rich combination of mopane/terminalia woodlands, floodplains and riverine habits.&nbsp; More than 400 species of birds are documented to be present in the conservancy, while the forest and floodplains provide habitat to increasing numbers of African mega-fauna such as elephant, plains zebra, common impala, kudu, and buffalo.<br />&nbsp;<br />Formation of the Salambala Conservancy commenced in 1995 through the support of the Ministry of Environment and Tourism (MET), the NGO, Integrated Rural Development and Nature Conservation (IRDNC), and the WWF Living In A Finite Environment (LIFE) Project.&nbsp; Development of the Salambala Conservancy built upon the strong commitment and desire of the Basubia traditional authorities and people to re-establish their dwindling wildlife population in order to enhance the social, cultural and economic welfare of its people.&nbsp; At the commencement of the development effort the Salambala Forest (the central third of the Salambala Conservancy) was settled by 17 families and provided seasonal grazing for more than 2,000 head of cattle.&nbsp; The Forest&rsquo;s known wildlife population in 1995 was&nbsp;seven impala, less than 20 kudu, and seasonal transient populations of such species as elephant and buffalo.<br />&nbsp;<br />In order to return wildlife to the Conservancy the Basubia people, through the Salambala Conservancy, decided to establish a Core Wildlife Area (CWA) around most of the Salambala Forest for the dedicated purpose of re-establishing the Forest&rsquo;s once verdant wildlife populations and initiating tourism enterprises that could capitalize on the returning wildlife.&nbsp; In this regard, 16 Basubia families voluntarily moved from the CWA when it was established in 1995, and the area was zoned exclusively for wildlife and tourism purposes and closed to livestock grazing.&nbsp; Concomitantly, the Conservancy hired and trained 8 Community Game Guards (CGG&rsquo;s) and three Community Resource Monitors (CRM&rsquo;s) to extend awareness to the broader community about the value of wildlife for generating income and employment.&nbsp; Soon after, the CWA area was fenced on three sides with a cattle-proof fence and two dedicated wildlife waterpoints were established inside the CWA.&nbsp; In 1999, a game introduction boma was built and an initial introduction of 80 common impala was jointly sponsored by the MET and WWF LIFE Project.&nbsp;&nbsp; A second introduction of 90 impala was made in 2001.<br />&nbsp;<br />In 1998, the Salambala Conservancy also commenced work with the MET Directorate of Forestry (DOF) in an inventory of its forest resources, and today the Conservancy and DOF are in the final process of approving Namibia&rsquo;s first community forest management plan.&nbsp; More recently, the Conservancy has commenced discussions with the Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources towards better management of the fishery resources found in the bounding Chobe River.<br /><br />In 1999 a community campsite was also constructed. The site has four stands with running water, ablutions and a central dining area.</p>
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<name><![CDATA[Sheshe Craft]]></name>
<description><![CDATA[<p>Shehse Crafts is located on the road that turns off to the right from the Kongola Filling Station. Follow the dirt road until you see the sign for the health clinic. <br /><br />Priscilla started the initiative in 1997 while working as a community resource manager for the Wuparo Conservancy. She collected crafts from crafters in the community and with help from the IRDNC eventually constructed a building to use as an outlet. <br /><br />Amongst the products on sale are traditional baskets, floor mats and various other curios.</p><p><a href="http://www.openafrica.org/participant/sheshe-craft">OpenAfrica.org</a></p>]]></description><Point>
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<name><![CDATA[Susuwe Island Lodge]]></name>
<description><![CDATA[<p>Susuwe Island Lodge offers visitors the opportunity to experience closely a wild and untouched island of Africa. Situated in northeastern Namibia, the island is in the remote Kwando River - a permanent water source that nourishes delicate ecosystems and sustains varied game and birdlife.<br /><br />Susuwe Island Lodge is built to incorporate the riverine forest and the main complex has lofty canopy viewing decks overlooking savannahs, wetlands and ancient Kalahari woodlands. It also has a spacious lounge and dining areas, curio shop and small reference library.<br /><br />Six brick and thatch suites equipped with double bathroom, bedroom, lounge and wooden viewing deck each with private plunge pool offer our visitors the opportunity to relax in the unique bush and island environment. Mosquito nets, overhead fans and hairdryers as well as generated electricity are provided.<br /><br />There is abundant game in the areas and the volume of elephants to be seen on the Linyanti River at the southern point of the Mudumu National Park rivals that of Chobe. Lion, buffalo and hippo are often spotted, while in the more swampy areas, there is always a chance of spotting the rare sitatunga. The fauna and flora of the area is protected in three distinct national parks within the region - the Bwabwata, Mudumu and Mamili National Parks.<br /><br />Activities on offer include birding, river cruises, guided walks, fishing, cultural excursions and scenic flights.</p>
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<name><![CDATA[Tutwa Tourism and Travel]]></name>
<description><![CDATA[<p>The land and waterways of the Caprivi Strip in Namibia provide a host of activities.&nbsp; Tutwa Travel and Tours offer a diverse range of services throughout the Caprivi region. They encourage visitors with specific queries on the area to contact them and they will offer their expertise wherever possible. <br /><br />They offer transfers to and from destinations in Zambia, Zimbabwe, Botswana and Namibia, as well as offering 'meet and greet' services and transfers to and from lodges in Caprivi and Mpacha Airport.<br /><br /><strong>In addition to this they offer the following river trips:</strong></p>
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<li>Fishing trips - Tiger fish and bream; </li>
<li>Sundowner cruises (1-4 hours); and</li>
<li>Three Day Zambezi and Chobe Trip on the Mukusi House boat for up to 12 people.</li>
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<p>They offer specialised day trips to the Victoria Falls, Chobe Game Reserve, Mamili Game Park&nbsp;and western Caprivi and also offer a car rental service. Their vehicles are cleared for touring in Botswana, Namibia, Zambia and Zimbabwe.</p>
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<name><![CDATA[Wuparo Conservancy]]></name>
<description><![CDATA[<p>The conservancy was started by the Mayeyi Traditional Authority in 1997 after they found that the community was not reaping the benefits of the natural resources found between the Lupala and Madumu national parks.<br /><br />The IRDNC in conjunction with the Directorate of Resource Management in the Ministry of Environment and Tourism (MET), helped the community set up the conservancy and over the past few years the Wupero conservancy had contributed to several developments in the region, including an increase in tourism, employment for some youth and the provision of environmental education for pupils at schools in the Sangwali district.<br /><br />The community is also involved in the Elephant Pepper Chilli Project that promotes chilli pepper production by the communal farming community in areas of Southern Africa. The project intervenes where conflicts exists between wildlife and farmers. The project facilitates improvement of the livelihood of the communal farmers by the development of chilli pepper as a cash crop by providing technical and professional advice. Via the Chilli Pepper Company, the project assists the farmers with marketing the crop through the Elephant Pepper range of products.<br /><br />The steering committee for the conservancy also has plans to set up a campsite in future.</p>
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