Shackletons Tiger Fishing Lodge is located in the flood plain region of the upper Zambezi River in Zambia right in the centre of ‘Tiger Country’ and is the premier venue for magnificent tiger fishing. These rich tiger fishing grounds are less than 5 minutes by boat from the lodge. Shackletons Tiger Fishing Lodge is Zambia’s premier venue for trophy tigerfish, bream and catfish. Shackletons also cater for fly fishing, spin and lure anglers of all levels.
Shackletons accommodates 12 people in thatched, en-suite chalets with private teak decks overlooking the Zambezi River. The Van Togo bar, sun-downer deck, lounge, library, open dining area, swimming pool and fire pit provide guests with unparalleled vistas of the Zambezi River. The upper Zambezi River lodge is home to over 300 bird species that can be spotted at the Lodge or by boat along the Zambezi River banks and in the tranquil river channels. At Shackletons Tiger Fishing Lodge you, your family and friends will be truly spoilt by the exciting tiger fishing, the pristine waters of the magnificent upper Zambezi River, glorious Zambezi sunsets, Zambian culture, abundant bird life, the peace and tranquility of the Lodge, great home-grown food, and the unsurpassed friendly hospitality of the Shackletons’ people. |
Shackletons Tiger Fishing Lodge, Upper Zambezi River, Zambia
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WHY IS THE TIGER FISHING SO GOOD AT SHACKLETONS?
- ‘Tiger Country’, formally known as the Eastern Caprivi Floodplain (also known as the Southern Barotse Floodplain), is a small part of the upper Zambezi River that stretches approximately 100km from Katima Mulilo to Impalila Island (where Botswana, Namibia, Zambia and Zimbabwe all meet). Shackletons is located half-way between these two points, right in the heart of ‘Tiger Country’.
- This very special part of the upper Zambezi is ‘Tiger Country’ because of the floodplains. The river rises for 6 months of the year (December – May) to form the floodplains and recedes for the other 6 months of the year (June to November). The annual floods rejuvenate the river system around Shackletons. The river re-stocks itself with everything from crustaceans, to insects, to fish that go to the flood plains to feed and breed.
- The annual variation in water level is up to 7-8 m in Caprivi, with an annual average of 5 m. The water level usually rises sharply in January, with one or more peaks in February-April, before a decline in May-June. Thus, the floodplains are annually inundated from February to June.
- The flood plains are vast expanses of water that prevent humans from building permanent structures and damaging the environment. This is what makes the upper Zambezi such a pristine part of the mighty Zambezi River.
- The tigerfish stay in the upper Zambezi River all year around. They do not go into the flood plains. The upper Zambezi tigerfish have to adapt their feeding habits according to ever-changing river levels, water clarity, water temperature, and food sources. This means that Shackletons changes its preferred tiger fishing methods and tackle throughout the year.
- Despite the upper Zambezi River flooding for 6 months of the year, Shackletons does not get flooded (unlike other lodges) mainly because the lodge is located in the Matoya Channel (a small oxbow river off the main Zambezi River).
Shackletons Tiger Fishing Lodge offers full board and lodging with tiger fishing.
Facilities include:
Central area: The central area has a swimming pool, sun downer deck, Van Togo bar, lounge & library, open dining area and fire pit that provide guests with unparalleled vistas of the Zambezi River.
Chalets (6): The six thatched chalets have a bedroom with two three-quarter size beds, cupboards, en suite bathroom (shower, hand basin and toilet), hot water, electricity, plug points (type M plugs – 3 round prongs – same as South Africa), solar lights, safety deposit box, ceiling fan, mosquito nets, and a private veranda overlooking the Zambezi River.
River frontage: All the facilities at Shackletons are located on the banks of the magnificent Zambezi River, providing guests with unparalleled vistas of the river.
Tranquil surroundings: Shackletons is situated on the banks of the Zambezi River in beautiful grounds with rolling lawns, a huge variety of magnificent trees and abundant bird life.
Electricity: 220V electricity is supplied by a generator that runs for for one hour in the morning from circa 11h00 – 12h00 and from 18h00 – 21h30 in the evening. Solar lights are provided in the chalets when the 220V electricity generator is not running. Type M plugs are used at the lodge, i.e. the same as South Africa (3 round prongs).
Cellular: There is cellular reception at the lodge and on the river.
Wifi: Available in the central area (not in the chalets) when the 220V electricity is on from circa 11h00 – 12h00 and from 18h00 to 21h30.
Note: Shackletons does not have self- catering or camping facilities.
Facilities include:
Central area: The central area has a swimming pool, sun downer deck, Van Togo bar, lounge & library, open dining area and fire pit that provide guests with unparalleled vistas of the Zambezi River.
Chalets (6): The six thatched chalets have a bedroom with two three-quarter size beds, cupboards, en suite bathroom (shower, hand basin and toilet), hot water, electricity, plug points (type M plugs – 3 round prongs – same as South Africa), solar lights, safety deposit box, ceiling fan, mosquito nets, and a private veranda overlooking the Zambezi River.
River frontage: All the facilities at Shackletons are located on the banks of the magnificent Zambezi River, providing guests with unparalleled vistas of the river.
Tranquil surroundings: Shackletons is situated on the banks of the Zambezi River in beautiful grounds with rolling lawns, a huge variety of magnificent trees and abundant bird life.
Electricity: 220V electricity is supplied by a generator that runs for for one hour in the morning from circa 11h00 – 12h00 and from 18h00 – 21h30 in the evening. Solar lights are provided in the chalets when the 220V electricity generator is not running. Type M plugs are used at the lodge, i.e. the same as South Africa (3 round prongs).
Cellular: There is cellular reception at the lodge and on the river.
Wifi: Available in the central area (not in the chalets) when the 220V electricity is on from circa 11h00 – 12h00 and from 18h00 to 21h30.
Note: Shackletons does not have self- catering or camping facilities.
Shackletons Tiger Fishing lodge provides road transfer from/to the following places:
- Livingstone International Airport (Livingstone, Zambia): Distance -140 km. Travelling time – approx 3 hours.
- Livingstone Regional Airport (Livingstone, Zambia): Distance -140 km. Travelling time – approx 3 hours.
- Hotels in Livingstone (Zambia): Distance -140 km. Travelling time – approx 3 hours..
- Kazungula Ferry (Zambian side): Distance – 80 km. Travelling time – approx 2 hours 15 mins.
- Katima Mulilo Airport (Nambia): Distance – 90 km. Travelling time – approx 3 hours (dependent how long it takes to get through the Namibian/Zambian border posts of Katima Mulilo and Sesheke).
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