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Impalila Island LodgeSituated at the confluence of the Chobe and Zambezi Rivers, Impalila is an amazing mosaic of waterways, floodplains and bushveld:- host to exceptional birdlife, game viewing and assorted vegetation.
  • Bush walks
  • Cultural interaction
  • Boat cruise
  • Scenic flights (additional cost)

This unique island is situated at the meeting place of two mighty African rivers, the Chobe and Zambezi, and four countries, Namibia, Zambia, Zimbabwe and Botswana. This is the only place in the world where four countries meet. The surrounding area is an amazing mosaic of waterways, floodplains and bushveld:- host to exceptional birdlife, game viewing and assorted vegetation - and in the waters outstanding fishing opportunities.

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Facilities
Facilities include a lounge, dining area, viewing decks, swimming pool, curio shop, small reference library.
Accommodation
8 private en suite cottages mirror the colours of Africa in lounge and bedroom.

Each suite includes a viewing deck offering privacy, tranquility and ultimate relaxation.
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Community upliftment helps animal conservationConservation and Community
A number of ongoing conservation and community projects have been developed by Island Lodge Management in conjunction with the local communities and other organisations. Impalila Island Lodge initiated projects in an effort to involve local communities in conservation practices on Impalila Island. Local lifestyles have been positively affected through employment and skills training since Impalila's opening in 1994. The community development fund has assisted in school and clinic improvements, providing a shop for supplies, a postal and transport service, a kindergarten, sports sponsorship and special group functions organisation.

Guests visiting Impalila have shown great interest in community activities. As a result the the traditional village visits have been introduced and an Afro-botanical walk, which is a fascinating on-site study of the production and uses of traditional medicines derived from trees and plants.

As a result of this positive involvement of the community, animal populations are increasing in the area; the large crocodiles occupying the rivers have more protection, and the hippo families are now a permanent fixture.
Rate includes
. Accommodation
. VAT, laundry, guided activities
. All meals, teas / coffees
. Drinks (soft drinks, local beers and house wines during meals and whilst on activities)
. Individual SOS insurance for emergency medical evacuation
. boat transfer Kasane Immigration (Chobe River) / Impalila Island Lodge or Ntwala Island Lodge
. Namibian Tourism Levy
Rate excludes
. Curio purchases
. Transfers (road or air) from Livingstone, Victoria Falls, Kasane and Katima Mulilo Airports
. Community development levy (ZAR40 pp per stay)
. Specialist guiding
. Full day fishing activity at Impalila Island Lodge - Euro 80 includes extra fuel/guide and drinks
. Premium brand drinks and Cellar wines
Access
Scheduled flights:
- Victoria Falls
- Kasane(Botswana)
- Livingstone(Zambia)

Charter flights:
- Victoria Falls to Impalila Island lodge
- Livingstone to Impalila Island lodge

Road transfers:
- Victoria Falls to Impalila Island lodge

Boat transfers:
- Kasane to Impalila Island lodge

Self-drive:
- Johannesburg - Botswana - Kasane(Chobe River)

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