Weavers Tourism & Marketing Services Cc
Reservations: [email protected]
Tel: +264 67 240-901
Direct Lodge Cell: +264 (0)81 249 7653 or Cell:+264 811275575
Emergency Cell: +264 (0)812763974
Tsumkwe is situated less than 60 km west of Dobe border post to Botswana, and 256 km east of Grootfontein in the Otjozondjupa Region. This small town or rather village is the administrati
ve hub for approximately 600 inhabitants and the rest of the population that makes up +/- 3 500 inhabitants living in smaller villages on the periphery of Tsumkwe. Nyae Nyae Conservancy; meaning 'place without mountains, but rocky' was registered in 1998 with a view to conserve and protect this fragile area. It covers a protected area of 1 million hectares of unspoiled wilderness in the far East part of Namibia that borders Botswana. In proximity to the Nyae Nyae Pans and Khaudom National Park, Tsumkwe Country Lodge is an ideal adventurous starting point to reach the Zambezi (Caprivi) Region as well as Botswana via the Dobe border post to experience the famous Okavango-Delta. Tsumkwe Country Lodge is the only accommodation facility on the Namibian side of this area that offers 22 well-appointed chalets with ensuite facilities in a rustic but, yet comfortable style. The 10 individual campsites are clean, has electricity and water points. Bundles of fire wood is available to buy at the lodge. Facilities and Services:
• Fuel Station in town (Petrol & Diesel available but, advisable to reconfirm before arrival) Fuel stations direct No +264 81 786 4248
• Reception hours are from 07h00 to 21h00 every day
• Check-in time is from 14h00 and Check-out time is strictly at 10h00
• Daily Housekeeping
• Laundry available on request, at an additional fee
• Internet is available but might be sporadic at times
• Electricity 24 hours per day. In case the electricity in town is off, the lodge generates its own electricity by diesel generator as an interim measure
• The rooms have basic amenities such as shower soap for body and hair, hand soap, toilet paper and towels
• Guests must bring their own pool towels
• Card or swiping facilities are available for Master / Visa or cards linked to such Bank services. Dinners and AMEX cards are not facilitated
Accommodation Configuration - 21 Twin rooms and 1 Triple room:
Each room has two large single beds – twin bedroom with a mosquito net. The bathroom has a shower, washbasin, and flush toilet. Due to our outlook on less electricity consumption, the rooms are not air-conditioned. Each room has a powerful fan with a speed setting for those warmer nights. Camping:
The 10 individual campsites can each take up to six guests with tents and two vehicles per site or one vehicle with a trailer. Four campsites have private shower, basis & toilet facilities, while the remaining six campsites share a communal ablution block. Families with Children:
One triple room is available for a child sharing with parents. The twin rooms are not suitable for children to share with their parents
Child from 0 to 4 years sharing with parents – Free of Charge (FOC)
Child from 5 to 11 years sharing with parents (Half Price
Airfield: GPS Co-ordinates (-19.582339, 20.451893)
Tsumkwe Country Lodge does manage and maintain the airstrip 10 km`s outside of town. The airstrip is gravel and in a fair condition for light aircraft. Prior arrangements must be made for landing and collection. Any additional arrangements such as fuel, etc. must be made long in advance and is pending availability
Road Directions - GPS Coordinates: Lat -19.601303 Lng 20.495356
From Grootfontein – Drive +/- 65Km north on the B8 tar road, turn right at the turnoff to Tsumkwe & Maroela Boom on the C44 gravel road. The gravel road is +/- 320Km to Tsumkwe. As you enter town, drive past the School and Craft Centre and follow directions to the lodge +/- 1km distance. Dobe Border Post is 56Km further east from Tsumkwe. Gate closes at 15h30 and opens at 08h00. Http://www.tsumkwelodge.com
