Khwai Tented Camp
Eco-friendly Khwai Tented Camp offers classic safari experiences in a beautiful community-run concession adjacent to Botswana’s predator-rich Northern Moremi Game Reserve.
Located in a beautiful community-run concession adjacent to the predator-rich Northern Moremi Game Reserve, Khwai Tented Camp offers both classic safari experiences and a taste of local culture. Built in complete harmony with nature, no structures at this modern campsite are permanent and all proceeds go directly to benefit the Khwai Community Trust.
The six tented guest suites are built on raised wooden decks, with fabulous views of a wild lagoon. Interiors are stylish and contemporary, and all suites feature private bathrooms with flushing toilets as well as indoor and outdoor showers. All electricity at Khwai Tented Camp is solar-generated, whilst 80% of all water used is recycled onsite.
Things to do at this intimate property include exciting game drives, guided walks (for guests aged 16 and over), bird-watching and village visits. If water levels are high enough, mokoro excursions may also be possible. Khwai Tented Camp also has a swimming pool, perfect for warm, sunny afternoons.
Location
How to get to Khwai Tented Camp
Charter flights are available to Khwai airstrip from Kasane or Maun.
Activities at Khwai Tented Camp
- Game drives by day and night
- Guided walks
- Bird-watching
- Cultural village visits
- Mokoro excursions (seasonal)
*Some activities are available at extra cost.
Khwai Tented Camp Highlights
- A luxury eco-camp set by a beautiful lagoon in the Khwai Community Area
- Community-run so proceeds benefit the Khwai Community Trust
- Access to some of Botswana’s finest big game areas
- Activities such as walking safaris and night drives, unavailable elsewhere
- Cultural excursions and seasonal mokoro cruises
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