Mahango Game Reserve

Zambezi Region (Caprivi), Namibia

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Mahango Game Reserve, located in Namibia’s Zambezi Region (Caprivi) along the Okavango River, is a renowned wildlife area that forms the Mahango Core Area of Bwabwata National Park.

Despite its relatively small size, it is one of Namibia’s best game-viewing destinations, known for its diverse landscapes of riverine forests, floodplains, wetlands, and savannah. Visitors can see large herds of elephants and buffalo, as well as hippos, crocodiles, giraffes, zebras, antelope species, and predators such as lions and leopards.

The reserve is also a paradise for birdwatchers, with more than 300 bird species recorded, making it one of the richest birding areas in the country. Its scenic location near Popa Falls and the wildlife-rich waters of the Okavango River make Mahango a favorite stop for travelers exploring northeastern Namibia and the broader Kavango-Zambezi conservation region.