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Self catering, camping, as well as bed & breakfast accommodation on the banks of the Zambezi river at Kalizo Lodge. Tiger fishing and bird watching at its best!

Have a truly African Bush experience at this laid-back Zambezi Birding paradise & great family getaway, with boats and fishing. Get married in a traditional African wedding, breakfast on a sandbank in the river and generally enjoy the Zambezi experience. 

Kalizo has the best Tiger and Bream fishing on the river! This is a Fisherman's dream!  Superb angling opportunities for the 93 species which inhabit these waters, are on offer, while Kalizo Lodge is particularly renowned for excellent fishing. Tiger and BreamTiger fish of between 5 – 7 kg are not uncommon, whilst the current lodge record for this species is 8.2kg on fly and 10 kgs conventional fishing. Well equipped boats as well as rods and fishing tackle are available for hire and our experienced guides accompany guests to the best fishing locations on the river.

Twitcher's are always excited by the prospect of birding at Kalizo, with more than 430 species to be seen here.  Birdwatching and photography s an all year round pleasure with excellent opportunities to see the many different birds which inhabit the flood plains and surrounding areas.  A large breeding colony of Carmine Bee – eaters can be viewed from the river from mid-August to late November. Between April and December, the magnificent African Skimmers are a familiar sight, skimming low over the water, or nesting on the sand banks. A leisurely boat cruise is likely to reveal the ever present Fish Eagle, Herons, Kingfishers, Coppery Tailed Coucal. The endemic birds include the Shelly Sun Bird, Brown Fire Finch, and Hartlaub’s Babbler. The seasonal pools on the flood plains attract a rich variety of water fowl.  Lots more to do at Kalizo.

There are few places where sunsets are more spectacular than at Kalizo Lodge, and a sunset cruise on our spacious cruise boat is a very popular activity enjoyed by our guests. Quench your thirst after a busy day in the African Sun, whilst enjoying the spectacular riverine scenery and birdlife  and relaxing with an ice cold beer, or a refreshing glass of wine. You may also have the exhilarating experience of seeing the rivers more ancient inhabitants, the Hippopotamus or the Crocodile. From June to October, guests may be treated to the thrill of seeing elephants drinking at the water’s edge, or wandering through the Camp.

Whilst in the area, you should visit at least one of the local game reserves where you can see: buffalo, elephant, zebra, antelopes, hippo, crocodiles, lion, buffalo, giraffe, puku, while you may also see sitatunga, red lechwe, spottednecked otters, waterbuck, Roan antelope, Oribi, wild dog

Solitude, space and spectacular river sunsets are what visitors come to experience in this fascinating area with vast Flood Plains and rich bird-life. Kalizo is a great getaway for the whole family, so come and experience paradise with us on the banks of the Zambezi.
Accommodation

Kalizo Lodge offers the option of Self Catering Units, Dinner Bed and Breakfast, or Camping. We also cater for Conferences, Weddings, Workshops and Corporate Functions. Click here for more informationo on the accommodation offered

Leselo Lodge, offers a place of tranquility to rest and rehabilitate ones self from the stress’s of every day life. This unique setting of the Lodges are on the banks of the Olifants River, only 2 hours drive from Johannesburg and Pretoria. Leselo La Bontshi offers 2 Fully furnished 3 bedroom Lodges comprising of Lounge, Dinning, Kitchen and outside decks with Braai’s and full river frontage.
 
Accomodation:
Leselo lodge has 10 rooms and can accommodate up to 32 people provided they share.
There are: 2 luxury lodges
2 queen rooms
3 single rooms
1 double loft
3 portable double sleeper couches
The Bush Camp can accommodate 8 adults in 4 thatch covered luxury tents.
Stretchers can be placed in the tents for small children sharing with their parents.
All units are fully serviced.
 
Directions:
Situated in the Bush Veld 2 Hours Drive from Johannesbuurg and Pretoria. Directions from Johannesbuurg N12 and Pretoria N4, take the Witbank Highway. Drive to Middelburg then take the N11 to Groblersdal via Loskop Dam. Drive past the Dam wall and continue for 1 kilometer.Turn right on to the Stoffberg road and drive to T junction. Turn Left and drive for 18 kilometers to Leselo entrance gates which are clearly sign posted. Those who have GPS'S will find the co ordinates below

ANGLING:
Island View Lodge is ideally situated to offer anglers the opportunity to fish 140 Km's of spectacular unspoilt Zambezi River from the Mombovo rapids at the tip of the Caprivi to Katima Mulilo in the north.The legendary Tigerfish regarded by many as the finest freshwater game fish in Africa is the main species targeted by the majority of anglers visiting Island View Lodge.

Renowned for its aggressive strike, savage ferocity and spectacular aerial displays when hooked, this worthy adversary with its sleek silver blue body, bone plated mouth and razor sharp teeth certainly lives up to its scientific name "Hydrocynus vittatus" which aptly translates to "striped river dog". Although the Tigerfish might be considered "King of the river" we must not forget the lesser royalty such as the Thinface, Brownspot and Humpback Largemouth Bream; Nembwe; Green and Pink Bream; Redbreast, Greenhead, and Threespot Tilapia; Sharptooth Catfish and African Pike which inhabit these waters and are worthy adversaries in their own right providing anglers with excellent sport fishing

Island View Lodge has available all the necessary facilities such as a fleet of well maintained boats, experienced fishing guides, a well stocked tackle shop, rod and reel hire, earthworms and fresh bait, lunch packs, liquid refreshments and most importantly we possess the knowledge and expertise to ensure that you fish the most productive locations on the river in search of that trophy specimen.A visit to Island View Lodge is a unique never to be forgotten experience with memories of leaping Tigerfish, spectacular sunsets, golden sandbanks, basking crocodiles and crisp star lit nights forever etched in your memory. Experience It!!

BOATING:
Our well maintained fleet of boats can be hired on a hourly half-daily or daily basis. All boats are hired with an experienced guide.

RIVER GUIDES:
Our experienced river guides will assist and advise on the best angling methods, bait selection and locations to fish.
Experience the thrill of angling at renowned spots such as False Mwandi, Mwandi, Tiger Alley, Grey Banks, Golden Pond and Jo Jo's.

DELTA DAWN CAMPSITE, is a shaded wonderland with lawns and well appointed campsites for self erected tents or roof top tents. There is a bar, restaurant, viewing platforms with built in boma and 5 bedded self cater units for those that do not have their own tents or equipment.

SELF CATERING UNITS!!
The self cater units are erected on raised platforms with flood plain views and separate ablution blocks with hot and cold running water and flush sanitation. These units are fully serviced and all linen is provided except for towels.

Excellent tiger fishing except for July and August. Bream, pike and barbel throughout the year. The barbel run starts anytime from mid-September and can continue throughout November. Spin fishing tackle is available for hire and a full stock of lures and spinners are on sale.