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Responsible tourism drives award winning Ngepi camp

 

 

Ngepi camp is situated on the banks of the Okavango river
Ngepi camp is situated on the banks of the Okavango river

Ngepi camp on the Kavango river in the far north east of Namibia is a magical remote destination in the Okavango swamps. It is a paradise of flooded plains and secret swampy backwaters, teaming with wildlife, as we are nestled between Mahangu National park, a few km’s to the south, and Bwabwata National Park directly opposite across the river.

Outstanding tree house accommodation as well as fantastic tree and grassed camp sites on the river provide you with the best value for money option in the Okavango.

 “We have many activities for the whole family and it’s a fun place to just relax for your holiday,” says Mike Adcock of Ngepi.

Ngepi camp was awarded the 2006 and 2007 Getaway magazine award as voted for by readers.

It has great food and a welcoming bar to share your bush stories with other interesting travellers.

Many activities like Mokoro trips, boat cruises, bird and village walks, game drives, funky ablutions, unique ‘floating swimming’ pool in the river and river rafting.

 “We are very environmentally conscious and live by the ‘leave only your footprint’ ethos. Completely off the electricity grid, and recycle everything we generate. Soon we will have ‘tame’ animals that the guest can interact with and enjoy.”

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What you will find at Ngepi Camp

Private or group camping:

Each camp site has its own water supply, a limited power point and is lit at night by our solar power installation.

Most sites are on the river under trees, on green grass, overlooking the National Park,

There are Solar hot water showers nearby in one of our funky ablutions.

Tree houses

Double or twin en suite – on the river and a lot of fun—all the mod cons with your feet in nature…….

Some are high and some are more suited for the elderly. Braai facilities if required.

Upgrade from camping is recommended

Bush huts:

Family huts en suite, containing a double bed and 2 singles in separate rooms.

Braai facilities if required

Lodge main building:

Meet other explorers and adventurers at the bar.

Kitchen/restaurant/dining area / Curio shop with education centre and FREE WiFi.

Activities offered at Ngepi

The best value for money Okavango Delta swamp ‘Mokoro’ safari—in Namibia. Guided bird and village walks. Fishing boats & guide for hire —catch and release only! Guided Game drives in the National parks, swimming in our unique floating river pool, Frisbee golf, volley ball, ablution tours, sunset cruises, River rafting, environmental projects and much more…

National Parks:

Elephant, Lion, Leopard, Hippos, Buffalo, Wild dog and the rare Sable and Roan antelope abound in both the Bwabwata National Park directly across the river, and in the Mahango National Park only a few km’s down the road.

Bird life at Ngepi is renowned as one of the best spots in Southern Africa —over 500 species.

“Come and join the fun,” Adcock said.

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