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It has an almost mythical status – the Okavango river remains as one of the greatest water experiences of Africa. Taranga Safari Lodge is one of a very few luxury bush camp lodges in the Rundu-Kavango region. Intimate with only a few open fronted luxury riverbank tented cottages, situated amongst tall riverine trees, guests are offered ample opportunity to take in the sights and sounds of the African bush with views across the river into the nearby flood plains and during season the lily covered wetlands.
The riverine forest provides a great opportunity to view a rich variety of birdlife including the African Jacana, Giant Kingfisher and on occasion the rare African Fish Eagle. The Okavango river which is home to crocodile and hippo is flowing from east to west past the lodge on its final journey towards the Okavango delta.
Everything at the lodge focuses on relaxation and enjoying the African wilderness at your own pace. The large wooden decks offer a private and idyllic location for those wishing to unwind. You’ll find a swimming pool at the main deck to keep everyone cool or allow you to just relax and enjoy the African sun.
Taranga Safari Lodge is located 35km west of Rundu on the B10 on the banks of the Okavango River.
Rooms
Deluxe Luxury Chalets
Classic Luxury Chalets
Luxury Campsites
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Activities
Boat Cruises The peaceful waterworld of the Okavango provides an ideal experience of the African sunrise or sunset. Enjoy the sights and sounds of the wildlife along the river, including birds, hippos and crocodiles. Glimpse the friendly villagers rowing by on their watus. During flood season, water lilies brighten the channels.
Together with mother nature Taranga Safari Lodge offers our visitors a variety outdoor activities including fishing (the Okavango River is teeming with Tiger fish, Threespot Tilapia, Enmbwe to name a few), bird watching (including Fish Eagles, variety of the Kingfisher family and many more), nature walks to enjoy the local fauna and flora, visit the Kavango Living Museum and of course star gazing on clear nights.
Birding Taranga Safari Lodge is surrounded by 11 hectares of African bush, which is home to hundreds of beautiful and rare bird species, including the African jacana, African skimmer, Giant kingfisher, Malachite kingfisher and African fish eagle. These can be spotted fluttering along our walking paths and drinking at the watering hole or fishing and wading in the river.
Fishing The Okavango river is an ideal destination for those who are after the most prized freshwater game fish, the mighty Tigerfish. The river also provides the chance to catch large Catfish, Nembwe and Squeakers.
