Where to stay in Mudumu National Park
3 hand-picked glamping camps and lodges in and around the park.
Mudumu National Park guide
Overview
Mudumu National Park lies along the Kwando River in the Zambezi Region of north-eastern Namibia, on the border with Botswana. It’s part of the Kavango-Zambezi Transfrontier Conservation Area.
The park is made of mopane woodland, open floodplains, reed beds and channels along the Kwando River. Neighbouring community conservancies share its wildlife.
Mudumu is a quiet park with basic campsites and a few lodges on its edges. It’s often combined with Bwabwata and Nkasa Rupara.
Wildlife & Biodiversity
Wildlife
Elephant, buffalo, hippo, roan, sable, red lechwe, sitatunga and wild dogs live in the park.
Birds
The Kwando River is good for birds, including African skimmers, fish eagles and carmine bee-eaters.
Best Time to Visit
Short answer: June to October, in the dry season, when roads are open and wildlife gathers near water.
| Months | Season | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| Jun – Aug | Cool, dry season | Pleasant days and cold nights. |
| Sep – Oct | Hot, dry season | The best game viewing. Very hot. |
| Nov – May | Rainy season | Green and lush. Many roads and camps close. |
Travel in a 4x4. Tracks can be sandy and muddy.
Getting There
By air
| Airport | Best for | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Katima Mulilo (MPA) | Domestic flights | Flights from Windhoek. About 2 hours by road. |
By road
From Kongola on the B8, take the C49 south along the Kwando River to the park.
Entrance & Fees
Namibia's Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism charges a daily park entry fee per person and per vehicle. The rates below apply from 1 April 2026.
| Visitor | Adult (16+) | Child (9–15) |
|---|---|---|
| Foreign national | N$200 | N$150 |
| SADC national | N$130 | N$80 |
| Namibian citizen | N$40 | Free |
| Vehicle (up to 10 seats) | N$60 per day | – |
Children aged 8 and under enter free.
Fees last checked October 2026 against the Namibian Government Gazette of 1 April 2026.