Belmond Khwai River Lodge

Lodge And Activity Highlights

• Morning and afternoon game drives
• Night drives from Belmond Khwai River Lodge
• Guided safari walks
• 'Naturally Wild' gym and spa facility
• Cultural visits to the local Khwai village

General Lodge Information

• Lodge type; Safari Lodge
• Location; Moremi Game Reserve
• Lodge size; 14 luxury tents
• Recommended stay; 3-7 nights

A Luxurious Belmond Safari Lodge Experience In Along The Khwai River In Botswana

Nestled on the edge of a leadwood and fig tree forest, overlooking the vast Khwai River floodplains and beyond into the Moremi Wildlife Reserve, sits the luxurious Belmond Khwai River Lodge.

Khwai is renowned for its large concentrations of mammals, and it is not unusual to see many different types of wildlife from the comfort of your private deck. There is a wide range of activities on offer at Belmond Khwai River Lodge, including morning and afternoon game drives, night drives, guided safari walks and cultural visits to the local Khwai village.

As a year-round destination for wildlife, predators can regularly be seen in the area, rated as one of the most prolific in Botswana for viewing wildlife.

Belmond Khwai River Lodge consists of 14 luxury tents, all with en-suite facilities, located on raised wooden platforms and connected by elevated wooden walkways.

Rooms and Suites

14 En-suite luxury tents with thatched roofs set on raised wooden decks overlooking the Khwai floodplain.

Each tent at Belmond Khwai River Lodge offers visitors electric overhead fans, mosquito netting and lighting as well as electric heaters and air-conditioning. A private viewing deck with a hammock and lounge chairs is the perfect spot to relax and enjoy what surrounds you.

Each tent is also equipped with an internal telephone to reception and other tents, an electronic in-room safe and is equipped with a 24-hour electricity supply for your comfort and safety.

• Mini-bar
• In-room safe
• Hairdryer
• Bathrobes and slippers

Cuisine and Wine

Early morning tea/coffee delivered to rooms at wake up, a light breakfast before the morning game drive/safari walk, and during the morning game drive, tea, coffee and biscuits.

On returning to the camp, a full buffet brunch is offered, followed by time to rest and relax. A light tea will precede the afternoon game drive, during which wine, beer, soft drinks & snacks will be served at sundown.

The table d'hote dinner is served in the main dining room with a wine presentation.

The dining area at Belmond Khwai River Lodge includes;

• Large central indoor lounge, dining area
• Outdoor Boma; a traditional dining experience area under the stars

Lodge Facilities

• 20 Meter swimming pool
• Small specialized retail outlet and a small reference library
• Same-day complimentary laundry
• Complimentary WiFi and internet access, room-to-room telephones
• Private airstrip and helipad

Safari Activities

The exceptional location of Khwai makes it a regular host to elephant, Buffalo, Lion, Leopard, Cheetah and Wild Dog sightings. Birdlife can also be viewed in abundance, with exceptional sightings from the suites and main guest area at Belmond Khwai River Lodge.

Activities at the camp include morning and afternoon game drives in open 4X4 vehicles after dark spotlight game drives and guided safari walks along the Khwai River.

Cultural visits to the local Khwai village can also be arranged, as can full-day excursions to the Okavango Delta.

• Storytelling around a roaring campfire
• Basket weaving experience at tea time or a village tour
• Black Pools full-day excursion
• Specialist walking safaris (trees, birds, wildlife, etc.)
• Spoor identification knowledge a with guide
• Raptor identification
• Star gazing mythology
• Sundowners in the bush

Spa and Wellness

A small and intimate spa area is available for those seeking a rejuvenating massage or spa treatment with a masseuse that is available daily by appointment.

The spa area consists of two treatment rooms and a splash pool with views out of the Khwai Game Reserve; romantic couple massages are done on your suite's private deck.

In Conclusion

Belmond Khwai River Lodge is a year-round luxury safari destination in one of the most prolific areas in Botswana for viewing wildlife.

With 14 luxury tents with en-suite facilities, private viewing decks, and mini-bars, Belmond Khwai River Lodge makes you feel at home while surrounded by the beauty of nature.

A 20-meter swimming pool, small retail outlet, reference library, and complimentary laundry service.

Exciting safari activities include morning and afternoon game drives, night drives, guided safari walks in the Private Khwai Wildlife Concession, cultural visits to the local village, full-day excursions to Okavango Delta and more!

You will simply never run out of safari activities to do at the Belmond Khwai River Lodge.