Rainbow River Lodge – Family-Friendly Camping & Nature Retreat

Rainbow River Lodge offers family-friendly camping and scenic spots in Caprivi - Namibia, Namibia.

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Rainbow River Lodge

Namibia - Caprivi - Namibia

About Rainbow River Lodge Camping

Rainbow River Lodge is a caravan park and campsite near Rundu, in Caprivi, Namibia. Activities on offer include hiking, birdwatching, swimming, and fishing. Nearby attractions include Popa Game Park, PurpleVioletsInvestments Pty Ltd.

Contact Info

Contact Person: Adrian Bean
Telephone Number: +264 (0)66 686-002 / +264 (0)66 259-067
Cellphone Number: +264 (0)81 210-6678
Fax Number: +264 (0)66 686-003 / +264 (0) 66 259067
Email address: rainbow@mweb.com.na
Language: Afrikaans, English & German
Office Hours: 08:00 - 17:00
Website: http://www.rainbowriverlodgenamibia.com
Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/125937954121927

Accommodation

Camping Allowed: Caravans & tents
Caravan Allowed: Yes
Caravan Requirements: Standard caravan
Ground Cover: Grass
Lights: Yes
People per Site: 10
Power points: Standard power points
Self Catering: Chalets
Shade: Most have shade
Sites Available: 20
Tents Allowed: Yes

Facilities

Braai Grill: Yes
Cellphone reception: Yes
Credit Cards welcome: No facilities
Dogs Allowed: Yes
Freezer: Yes
Shop: Wine, beer, meat & wood for sale
Washing up: Yes
Water taps: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly: Yes

Directions and Road Condition

Access Road: Gravel road
Closest Town: Rundu
Directions to campsite: Rainbow River Lodge lays on road the direct road between Maun and the Okavango Swamps. You travel 200 km on road from Rundu to Katima Mulilo and before you cross the bridge at the Okavango River, turn right direction Popa Falls. Follow the tar road for 5 km and turn left at our road sign. From our road sign to the Lodge is 500 meters.
Distance to Town: 200 km
GPS Campsite: S 18.111500 E 21.590694
Trailer Required: Standard trailer
Vehicle: Sedan

Ablution

Showers: Hot shower
Toilets: Flush toilet

Activities

Bird Watching: Yes
Canoeing: Yes
Fishing: River
Hiking: Yes
Mountain Biking: Jeeptracks
Nature Drives: Yes
Other Activities: Hippo and Popa Falls boat cruises where you could also see crocodiles. Village walk with local guide. Bird sanctuary for African and exotic birds. Organic tour. Fishing trips.
Swimming: Swimming pool and river

4x4 Related

4x4 Routes: Yes
4x4 Comments: 4x4 routes

Security

Security: 24/7 security

Comments, Rules and Notes

Comments: Lodge located on the banks of the Okavango river in the Caprivi offering camping and 20 chalets. Two big game parks (Mahango National Park and Buffalo Park) are situated less than 5 minutes drive from the lodge.
Additional Comments: Campsite part of 4x4 route
Special rules: No loud noise after 22:00
Other: River restaurant & bar

Nearby Attractions & Points of Interest

Popa Game Park

tourist attraction, point of interest, establishment

⭐ 3,8 (209 reviews)
1,2 km from camp

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PurpleVioletsInvestments Pty Ltd

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38,7 km from camp

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Heritage Gateway Camping

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Krokovango Crocodile farm

tourist attraction, point of interest, establishment

⭐ 4,6 (14 reviews)
47,9 km from camp

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