Escape to the tranquil surroundings of Shametu River Lodge, where you can unwind with a massage or other spa services. Relax in the garden or by the outdoor pool, and enjoy free continental breakfast on the scenic terrace. With dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar nearby, your stay will be both rejuvenating and convenient.
Shametu River Lodge, PO Box 5049, Divundu, Kavango
What's nearby
Popa Falls - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Divundu Bridge - 9 min drive - 9.5 km
Andara Mission - 28 min drive - 30.9 km
About this property
Shametu River Lodge
Shametu River Lodge is a great choice for a stay in Divundu. Guests indulge in massages, then grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. Other highlights include an outdoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a terrace.
At a glance
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Hotel size
15 cabins
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 4 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Children (3 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Barbecue grills
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Wildlife drive nearby
Boat tours nearby
Fishing nearby
Services
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
An outdoor pool
Room amenities
Home comfort
Coffee/tea maker
What to enjoy
Separate sitting area
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Towels
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
Shametu River Lodge Divundu
Shametu River Divundu
Shametu River
Shametu River Lodge Divundu
Shametu River Lodge Safari/Tentalow
Shametu River Lodge Safari/Tentalow Divundu
Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at Shametu River Lodge?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Shametu River Lodge?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Shametu River Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Shametu River Lodge?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 4 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Shametu River Lodge and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like boat tours, fishing, and hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes game drives. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the tentalow's other amenities, which include a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Shametu River Lodge?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Shametu River Lodge like?
Shametu River Lodge is located a short 1-minute walk from Popa Falls.
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Reviews
Shametu River Lodge Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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9.8
Cleanliness
9.4
Location
9.6
Staff & service
9.6
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 4, 2025
Great stay all around. Lots to do here and great views.
Rodney
Rodney, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 1, 2020
Einfach alles super. Wir waren zum 2. Mal dort. Sollten wir wieder in der Gegend sein, werden wir dort wieder übernachten.
Claudia
Claudia, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 9, 2020
The best riverside experience you can get
Spacious and well decorated rooms, very clean with attention to detail, wonderful river views, 4 course high quality dinner, and very family friendly!!! The hosts were very hospitable!!!
Nikolaos
Nikolaos, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 27, 2019
Super Lodge, super Haus mit tollem Blick auf den Fluss und die Flusspferde, sehr gutes Essen und super Service
Verified traveler
3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 9, 2019
Zelt direkt am Fluss buchen - absolut top eingerichtet, mit Dusche und WC und super Blick auf den Fluss.
Frühstück, Abendessen waren tadellos und die Anlage sehr gepflegt und super sauber.
K.
K., 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 6, 2019
One of my favorite places in Africa
Absolutely wonderful! Beautiful, new, clean, comfortable rooms. Lovely property. Such a pleasant surprise in the middle of nowhere. Right on the river and close to the National Park where we saw great wildlife, including 2 leopards. The property has many relaxing spots to enjoy.
The dining was lovely and they paid attention to detail, even proving blanket at the table for chilly evening and mornings.
Helpful friendly staff.
The only problem was the safe was not working in the room.
Stay here.
Megan
Megan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 26, 2019
Wir haben uns sehr wohlgefühlt. Wir hatten zwei Zeltbungalows direkt am Fluss. Bootsfahrt zu den Poppa Falls (Stromschnellen) mit naher Beobachtung von Flusspferden und der Vogelwelt. Sehr aufmerksames Personal und für den gezahlten Halbpensionspreis ein hervorragendes Menu als Abendessen. Auch das Frühstück war vielseitig und schmackhaft.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Dec 22, 2018
Hotel moeilijk bereikbaar met gewone wagen ( zandweg),iets moeilijker vindbaar.
G.
G., 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 9, 2018
Sehr schöne, komfortable Lodge
Alles sehr neu, gepflegt und sauber. Toller Garten. Personal freundlich und aufmerksam. Sehr gutes Essen. Konnten leider kein Chalet mit Flussblick mehr buchen. WLAN wurde morgens erst nach 9 Uhr eingeschaltet, sodass wir es vor der Abreise nicht mehr nutzen konnten. Besitzer oder Manager machten einen nicht ganz so freundlichen Eindruck.
Renate
Renate, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 19, 2018
Amazing experience, staff so helpful , had a great time on safari . Saw a lots of elephants and buffalo . Very relaxing , plenty of activities on offer .
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 27, 2018
Relaxing at its Best!
What a pleasant surprise after a long journey on the road to get to Caprivi. Our rooms in a beautiful park along the Kavango and a lounge with dining in a stunning african style: decent with attention to the smallest details. The food and service surpassed anything we found in the two weeks before in Namibia. The owners helped us with hands-on tips exploring the surrounding national parks. Elizabeth invited us to her home to witness a authentic demonstration of local cooking and food. The WiFi offers room for improvement.
Marc
Marc, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 3, 2018
Wunderschöne Lodge am Kavango
Die Übernachtung im Zelt mit eigener Terrasse war Spitze, alles ganz neu und wunderschön angelegt. Die gamedrives in den Mahango NP super - tolle Landschaft und sehr tierreich. Eine unsere tollsten Lodges der Reise!
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
May 13, 2018
tres bon lodge, personnel et propriétaires accueillants, bien situé au bord du fleuve.
chambres confortables et birn equipees.
bonnes prestations: repas, sorties en bateau,...
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 20, 2018
Wunderschöne und saubere Anlage direkt am Fluß
Wir haben in einem der Luxury Tents direkt am Fluß übernachtet. Saubere Zelte mit AC, sehr geräumig, herrliche Terrasse direkt am Fluß. Offenes Restaurant mit sehr gutem Essen. Sauberer Pool. Die Lodge bietet wunderschöne Sundowner-Cruises an, ebenso Game-Drives in den nahegelegenen Park, den man aber auch selbst befahren kann.
Die gesamte Anlage ist sehr gepflegt und das Personal freundlich und aufmerksam.
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 19, 2018
Outstanding!
Our stay at Shemetu River Lodge was outstanding. After a quick change in our itinerary (to take the Caprivi Strip) we found the Shemetu Lodge. What a blessing! The rooms were exquisite and restful. The view of the delta was premiere. The staff went above and beyond anything needed. And the food was by far the best we have had throughout our time in Botswana. We would take a trip back to Okavango Delta just to go back to Shemetu River Lodge. Highly recommend!
williams family
williams family, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 27, 2017
Friend of the house experience
Travelling off the beaten track with two kids ( 5 and 10 ) you are especially observant of the service and quality you get. Shametu lodge provided us with an exceptional experience that best can be described as a friend of the "house". The owners are dedicated and manage to capture the essence of your needs together with their amazing staff. We even left our oldest behind alone at the lodge while we went shopping in the village nearby. Staff is alert and understands that when you ask where to find your morning coffee in the excellent morning buffet, instead of only pointing in the direction, they instantly bring you your coffee with a smile.
The chef not to be forgotten. He came to the table asking to our wellbeing, seldom seen in African lodges. Price is certainly within range of most family budgets, no need to climb higher as you won’t increase your value for money. We went on the hippo cruise and once stuck on a rock, the guide without hesitation jumped in the water to get us free...water with crocks and hippos I should mention... Take the village tour, it’s worth it, especially if you like us, have kids that are use to an overflow life. Good for them to see with their own eyes that the world is fare from equal.
We warmly recommend this lodge. Our trip included 4 countries in the region, and 3200 km driven, nothing on our trip came close to this. We will be back. Thanks to all at the lodge
H
H, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 27, 2017
Unser Spitzenhotel auf der Reise
Die Lodge wird von einer Familie geführt.
Sie liegt direkt am Okavango Fluss.
Es werden schöne Fahrten auf dem Fluss und im Nationalpark angeboten.
Wir waren von unserem Aufenthalt begeistert und werden bei einem weiteren Aufenthalt in Namibia das
Hotel auf jeden Fall berücksichtigen, wenn es auf der Route liegt.
Klaus
Klaus , 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 25, 2017
Quiet fantastic!
Great location, tents are directly on the Okavango. Luxury accommodation, friendly and helpful owner and stuff, good food. Our best stay in Namibia!
mat
mat, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 21, 2017
Endroit parfait et ideal
Nous avons séjourné 3 nuits au camping le lieu est parfait. Emplacement vaste propre avec de l'herbe sanitaires privatifs sous un bungalow à plusieurs mètres; cuisine sous un autre bungalow. Dinners et petits déjeuners pris ds le restaurant du lodge où il fait certe un peu chaud mais où les repas sont variés et copieux .