Kunene River Lodge Namibia

The Kunene River Lodge is sited on the banks of the Kunene River, 50 km west of Ruacana Falls, and 100km east of the Epupa Falls and is one of Namibia’s best-known adventure lodges. The Lodge nestles beneath a beautiful canopy of indigenous trees and forms an excellent gateway to the northwest of the rugged and beautiful Kaokoland region.

Accommodation consists of luxury air-conditioned bungalows with twin double beds and en suite facilities, rustic chalets and beautifully positioned campsites beneath the Jackal berry and Leadwood trees.The Lodge also offers a restaurant, bar with deck overlooking the Kunene River pool, and much more.

As well as exceptional accommodation, Kunene River Lodge offers an impressive range of outdoor activities. As one of the few lodges in Namibia to offer white water rafting expeditions, Kunene River Lodge boasts an impressive in-house rafting operation complete with APA (African Paddlers Association) trained guides and top quality rafting equipment. guests can enjoy a leisurely sundowner cruise drifting down the Kunene River admiring the spectacular scenery and sunsets whilst sipping your favorite drink. Early morning bird watching trips with our knowledgeable staff offer a fascinating and scenically beautiful way to start the day.

Swimming pool
Wooden Deck going our in the Kunene River
Restaurant and Bar
Curio Shop
7 en-suite airconditioned Bungalows, each with own verandah
4 rustic wn-suite A-Frame Huts
12 Camp sites with some having power
Abution Blocks are split for men and woman
Transfers to/from the airport can be arranged
Laundry service

White Water Rafting
Bird watching and Birding trips downstream
Sundowner cruises
Canoeing, Fishing
Hiking
Tailor-made rafting trips

To reach us by car you can drive via Ruacana towards Swartbooisdrift or via Opuwo-Otjiveze (RD3700 and RD3701). Please take note however, that the road between Ruacana and Kunene River Lodge can be bad during the rainy season.

The road from Kunene River Lodge along the river to Epupa Falls is only accessible by 4-wheel drive vehicles with high clearance. A 4 x 4 vehicle is highly recommended during the rainy period when driving in the northern areas, and it is advisable to phone the Lodge a day before arrival to enquire about the road conditions

To reach us when coming from Opuwo - take the DR3700 to Epembe (75 kms) At Epembe turn right on to DR3701 to Swaartbooisdrift (60kms) (There is a sign board saying Kunene River Lodge) After approximately 30kms you will come to the Ondoto River, follow the diversion signs and there is a firm place to cross the river. 30kms further on you come to a t-junction, turn right (4kms) Again there is a sign board for Kunene River Lodge
* The last 4 kms are a bit rough but provided you take it slowly you will not have any problems. It should take you about 3 hours to reach us.

The coordinates of the Lodge are: S17º 21‘274" E13º 52‘856"