The major centre in Caprivi, the gateway to Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe and the Chobe National Park in Botswana, is
Katima Mulilo. The proximity of the region to Angola, Botswana and Zambia with their active craft industries, gives impetus to Caprivian artists and craftspeople. Caprivi pots and
baskets are noted for their distinctive beauty and symmetry.
The Caprivians' fine workmanship can be seen and purchased at the Caprivi Art Centre, situated next to the hospital in
Katima Mulilo, the Ngoma Crafts Centre near the Ngoma border post where travellers cross into Botswana, the Mashi Crafts Centre at Kongola in East Caprivi and at the Lizauli
Traditional Village, where a programme of traditional music and dance gives visitors an insight into Caprivian culture.
There are a number of excellent lodges in Caprivi.
Lianshulu Lodge & Bush Lodge, situated in the Mudumu National Park on the banks of the Kwando River, has a lounge and pub area that opens onto spacious wooden decks, affording
uninterrupted views of the Kwando River and its riverine forests. Also on the banks of the Kwando River is Namushasha Lodge, overlooking the West Caprivi Game Park, while Kalizo
Lodge, King's Den and Zambezi Lodge are on the banks of the Zambezi River.
Impalila Island Lodge, centred round two baobab trees on Impalila Island at the confluence of the
Zambezi and Chobe rivers, offers excellent opportunities for tiger fishing and bird watching. Another lodge offering its guests a truly African experience in pristine surroundings is
Susuwe Island Lodge, on the banks of the Kwando River. |
