Shametu River Lodge
Divava Village Kavango East
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Why people book this hotel
“Wonderful rooms”
“Beautiful setting, rooms were big and comfortable with all ameneties available”
“Perfect location”
“The location is perfect to explore Mahango and Buffalo Core Area”
“Amazing, caring and friendly staff, who's always there right on point”
“The food and service was 'resorty' good; most of the vegetables were grown onsit…”
“Location was excellent, breakfast and dinner also good”
“Breakfast and dinner were top class”
“The room itself was very clean, spacious and comfortable”
“The cleaning ladys we're really friendly and the terrasse with the View over the…”
“Good value for money”
Overview
Set on the banks of the Okavango River, Shametu River Lodge offers views of the Popa Falls and is 6.5 km from Divundu. Free private parking is available on site. Certain units feature a river-front setting, offering views. The accommodation is equipped with a seating area. There is a private bathroom with a shower in every unit. Towels are provided. Shametu River Lodge also includes an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. The area is popular for fishing and hiking. Hombe Supermarket/Take Away is 5 km from Shametu River Lodge.
Traveller reviews
Claire
couple
May 18, 2026
“Excellent, definitely would return.”
The gardens were beautiful, property was immaculate. Food was amazing.
Tine
solo_traveller
May 6, 2026
Beautiful lodge. Perfect location. Wonderful rooms. Many possibilities of activities. Dining room great! Delicious food. Luxurious. This lodging deserves a ten.
Samuel
couple
April 20, 2026
“Great place if you want to relax.”
Scenic and out of the way.
Heidi
solo_traveller
April 17, 2026
Beautifull gardens, right on the Kavango River.
Sinead
family_with_children
February 18, 2026
“most amazing stay in our whole trip in Namibia! <3”
Definitely the highlight stay of our 3 week trip! Amazing, caring and friendly staff, who's always there right on point. They even cooked a veggie meal every night for me - thank you so much! The food was 5 stars all the way through. So good! Our Chalet was incredible! We stayed right at the Okavango River - such fantastic views on the patio! The room itself was very clean, spacious and comfortable. We booked and enjoyed a Sundowner River Boat Tour with Shametu to see lots of Hippos! Also we booked a morning Game drive with our amazing guide Mr Ken, who found us some Lions at Buffalo Core Area! The location is perfect to explore Mahango and Buffalo Core Area. We stayed for 3 nights, but could've stayed for a month! :D We'll be back! <3
Freeman
couple
January 30, 2026
“Happy, Mary and joulana the manageress was so friendly and welcoming that made a big difference”
Location was excellent, breakfast and dinner also good
Bobby
couple
January 5, 2026
“A place to come back to many times....”
Absolutely stunning place. Good value for money.
Jose
couple
November 26, 2025
“would love to go back.”
Beautiful setting, rooms were big and comfortable with all ameneties available.
Marc
couple
November 19, 2025
All of it!
Paul
couple
October 17, 2025
“Comfortable stop on the Caprivi Strip”
We had a tent overlooking the river that was quiet, spacious and had a really good view - we were the furthest tent from the communal area. The bed was large and comfortable and there was a lovely deck to sit out on overlooking the river.
Chike Okeke
solo_traveller
October 12, 2025
Breakfast and dinner were top class
Kathleen
couple
September 25, 2025
“A beautiful riverfront resort offering fabulous activities”
This is a beautiful waterfront resort overlooking the Kavango river (Okavango) with partial view of Popa falls. It is a popular resort with the big tour companies. There are expansive split level decks with a pool, alfresco dining and seating overlooking the river and facing the sunset. The safari activities on the river and at 2 nearby national parks where absolutely fabulous! There was abundant birdlife and game including lions, loads of elephant and a leopard. The river was alive with hippos, crocs and birds. Sunset drinks on Popa island was great. We thoroughly recommend the private breakfast river cruise. Our fantastic river guide for all our cruises was knowledgeable, chatty and engaging. The land game guide was more a game driver; still great but not at the level of guides at other game reserves we have visited. The food and service was 'resorty' good; most of the vegetables were grown onsite in gardens at the back. The host manager Yolunda was amazing and very helpful! Our booked room was 'basic' and as such was on the smaller side, away from the water and dining area. But this made it very peaceful and quiet. We enjoyed beautiful birdlife and partial views of the river from our large private balcony. 3 nights here enabled us to do all the activities we wanted to do. BRING insect repellent!
Simi_89
couple
September 18, 2025
“Boat Trip and place are amazing, staff needs improvement”
The boat trip was amazing, we we're only 2 and our Guide had an excellent knowledge about the different birds of the area. The cleaning ladys we're really friendly and the terrasse with the View over the river is beautiful. The room was Clean and spacious, but a bit stuffy
Maria
couple
September 1, 2025
Nice geographical situation
Maria
couple
September 1, 2025
The location is wonderful
Derek
couple
August 2, 2025
“Stunning spot!”
Absolutely loved our stayed. The staff the accommodation and the view was amazing. Will definitely be back.
Christine
couple
June 23, 2025
“Beautifully located lodge with exceptional accommodation.”
We loved Shametu, our tent was on the riverside with comfortable chairs on the decking for us to enjoy the view. The food and staff were excellent and looked after us so well. This was our favourite accommodation during our three weeks in Namibia.
Nicolaas
couple
June 13, 2025
Food excellent
David
couple
May 12, 2025
“Excellent”
Excellent location
JulesR1
couple
May 5, 2025
Every member of staff was incredibly welcoming. The service was excellent and the location is amazing. Our room with a private deck over the river was sensational! Bucket list location.
Facilities
Activities
Fishing, Massage, Hiking
Food & Drink
Restaurant, Bar, Breakfast options
General
Non-smoking rooms
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Outdoors
Outdoor pool (all year), Outdoor pool, Garden
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Pool and wellness
Swimming pool, Swimming Pool
Services
Laundry, Private check-in/check-out, Shared lounge/TV area
Family Room
The unit has 3 beds.
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