Your local information source for whats happening in and around Kariba.
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Government
The Ministry of Transport has a base in Kariba town known as Lake Navigation where the Lake Capitan is based. Their office handles all the licensing of boats as well as issuing of boat drivers licenses.
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Booking Agency
Off 2 Africa is a small, Zimbabwean based DMC (destinations management company) operating out of Harare and Vic Falls, Zimbabwe. We create holidays and safari experiences for people from around the world, and we’ll carefully tailor-make any itinerary from scratch to fulfil your African dreams.
Houseboat
Max Pax:
14
Tehilla is designed for open, natural airflow with its lower deck ‘walls’ that can be opened out extending the lower deck by 1.8m. The vessel runs of quite solar with evaporative coolers keeping you cool throughout the whole night.
Houseboat
Max Pax:
12
Baobab is a 12 pax boat that was recently refurbished to bring it back to its past glory powered by relatively new, state of the art Volvo engines we assure you of a safe voyage exploring the mighty lake Kariba.
Accommodation
Hotel
Located in the resort town of Kariba, home to Africa’s third largest man-made lake; this 83 bedroomed resort is the ideal base from which to explore a unique part of Zimbabwe, or just enjoy a sun-filled holiday in relaxed comfort.
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Lodge
Small boutique lodge located on Mica Point in Kariba Town. Hornbill offers personalised service with spectacular views of Lake Kariba.
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Grocery Store, Shop
Small Kariba supermarket providing good quality fresh produce and a small range of useful household items etc.
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Booking Agency
Malachite Travel and Tours is a Destination Management Company under the Private Business Corporation Act, Chapter 24:11 of the Republic of Zimbabwe, and is a member of the Zimbabwe Tourism Authority (ZTA) Registration No. ITO 0727.
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Tour Operator
Safari operator offering premium game drive experiences.
Accommodation
Safari Camp
Owner operated, closer to nature, understated luxury, environmentally aware lake shore bush camp.
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Tour Operator
Reliable & affordable road transfer services connecting Kariba with Harare, Lusaka, Chirundu & Victoria Falls.
Houseboat
Max Pax:
14
Navistar is a very comfortable and practical vessel and has a splash pool at the rear deck. Navistar can take a maximum of 14 people, with 3 bedrooms and a top deck sleeping area.
Houseboat
Max Pax:
16
Drifter is a large, pontoon type houseboat. She has 4 cabins, all en-suite. One cabin has a double bed, the other 3 cabins have 2 single beds in each. There is ample space upstairs for another 8 pax to sleep on matresses with mozzi nets.
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Boat Servicing & Repairs
Repairs, refurbishments and modifications of fibre glass boats
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Lodge
Striking lodge set on a hill offering spectacular 180° vistas of Lake Kariba
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Tour Operator
Natureways Safaris are specialist in canoeing and walking safaris on the lower Zambezi River and Mana Pools National Park.
Accommodation
Safari Camp
Perfectly set in a remote & secluded part of the Matusadona National Park located in the heart of Lake Kariba. Boasting nearly 4km of lakeshore frontage, Changa offers a unique & authentic safari experience with a varied range of exciting & relaxing activities to choose from.
Houseboat
Max Pax:
12
OB Joyful is a well maintained, spacious and popular double decked pontoon style houseboat with a fantastic crew.
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Boat Servicing & Repairs, Tour Operator
Lake passenger transfers, marine propulsion & generator sales & service
Accommodation
Campsite, Self Catering
Rustic Fishing & Photographic Lodge with chalets & separate campsite on the Gache Gache River.
Houseboat
Max Pax:
15
The Majestic Lady Rue is a Self Catering Family Friendly High End Cruiser with room for up to 13 passenger groups and a cruising speed of 12 Knots.
Houseboat
Max Pax:
16
Lovely open plan boat, with drop down sides and a fire pit on the top deck- the best to watch sunsets and roast marshmallows.
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Harbour, Boat Servicing & Repairs, Fuel, Shop
Harbour providing Boat shed facilities, Fuel, Drinks & Ice Sales.
