9-day Okavango, Chobe and Victoria Falls Explorer

Tucked in the heart of the friendly rural village of Khwai, at the doorstep of the Moremi Game Reserve, Khwai Guest House opens the door to a true African experience, offering a pristine immersion into Botswana’s unique nature and culture.

Welcoming guests in 6 ensuite bungalows, and 2 family units (2 en-suite rooms with an inter-leading lounge area). Khwai Guest House offers a cosy nest from which to experience the traditional lifestyle of this small community set amongst one of the most spectacular wilderness locations of Botswana.

Guests will have the choice between being completely independent and exploring this stunning destination on their own, or joining some of the many activities we offer: game drives in Moremi Game Reserve or in the Khwai concession, traditional dugout canoe (Mokoro) excursions on a channel bordering the game reserve, night drives, cultural tour and encounter of the Khwai community.

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Facilities Credit: Bush Ways Lodges Lounge Area

Facilities Credit: Bush Ways Lodges Standard Room

Activity Credit: Bush Ways Lodges Mokoro

Activity Credit: Bush Ways Lodges Game Drive

Facilities Credit: Khwai Guest House Main area - dining

Facilities Credit: Bush Ways Lodges Pool Area

Activity Credit: Bush Ways Lodges Mokoro Activity

Facilities Credit: Bush Ways Lodges Dining Area

Food Credit: Bush Ways Lodges Food

Facilities Credit: Bush Ways Lodges Lounge Area

Facilities Credit: Bush Ways Lodges Interleading Lounge Area

Facilities Credit: Bush Ways Lodges Boma Area

Facilities Credit: Bush Ways Lodges Boma Area

Rooms Credit: Khwai Guest House Standard bungalow

Accommodation Credit: Khwai Guest House ene-suite bungalow

Family Unit Credit: Khwai Guest House Khwai Guest House - Accommodation

Family Unit Credit: Khwai Guest House Lounge

Activities Credit: Khwai Guest House Mokoro Excursion

Standard Bungalow Family Unit

Khwai Guest House encompasses 6 newly refurbished thatched bungalows inspired by traditional housing prevalent in Botswana rural communities.

The rooms provide a warm and modern appeal, comfy beds, rustic wooden features and a charming original deco. They all feature attached bathrooms with open-air showers.

Each bungalow includes:

∞ Twin / double bedroom accommodating for 2 guests (on request: extra bedroll for a child)
∞ Desk & seat
∞ Shelves
∞ Wooden chests
∞ Fan
∞ Safe
∞ Ensuite bathroom, open-air showers, toiletry and bath linen

Khwai Guest House has 2 family units, well suited for group and family travel.

Each room includes:

∞ Twin / double room (on request: extra bedroll for a child)
∞ Desk & seat
∞ Shelves
∞ Wooden chests
∞ Fan
∞ Safe
∞ Ensuite bathroom, shower, toiletry and bath linen

Property Facilities

Activity Desk, Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Communal Dining, Eco Friendly, Pool

Room Facilities

Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Fan, Mosquito Nets, Outside Shower, Safe, Shower

Available Services

Credit Card Facilities

Activities on Site

Bird Watching, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Mokoro Excursion, Night Drives, Walks (Guided)

Activities Nearby

Game Drives, Game Viewing, Mokoro Excursion

Bakwena Lodge is an intimate, privately citizen owned boutique lodge on the banks of the Chobe River offering a fully inclusive safari experience in an area which hosts a huge variety of bird species and some of the finest game viewing to be had worldwide.

13 Standard Chalets (Riverine & Treetop), 1 Family Room and 1 Honeymoon Suite are all designed and decorated in a manner befitting their environment and offering a cool and comfortable escape.

Bakwena Lodge's eco-credentials include a natural swimming pool filtered entirely by plants, employment policies, food choices, building methods and otherwise unseen ways in which any negatives to the lodge surroundings or environment are addressed.

Activities, all based in-house and facilitated by their hand picked professional guides, are naturally focused on land and water safaris in the comfort of their game drive vehicles and boats. Other activities on offer include a guided Village Walk/Bicycle Tour and a boat cruise to the meeting place of four countries (the only one in the world!).

Bakwena Lodge warmly welcomes you to immerse yourself in the beauty that is Chobe.

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On the Chobe River Credit: u/k

Dining Credit: Paul Karnstedt

Boma Credit: Paul Karnstedt

Main area Credit: Paul Karnstedt

Upstairs chillout area Credit: Paul Karnstedt

Eco-pool Credit: Paul Karnstedt

STANDARD CHALET STANDARD CHALET FAMILY ROOM HONEYMOON SUITE

STANDARD CHALET means the unit is either a Treetop or a Riverine Chalet. Guests will find out on arrival which room type they have been allocated.

STANDARD CHALET (Riverine)
All eight of Bakwena Lodge's Riverine Chalets are nestled in the indigenous riverine forest. The chalets are tailored to blend with the natural environment while ensuring a cool and comfortable stay. All chalets were built with locally sourced materials using eco-beam and sandbag technology.

All chalets include the following:

Private verandah
King bed or 2 x 3/4 Twin beds
En suite bathroom
Indoor & Outdoor Shower
Ceiling fan
Air conditioner
Plug Sockets next to the beds
Tea/coffee station
Hairdryer
Mosquito Net
Complimentary Wi-Fi
International Adaptor (hired from reception)

Credit: Paul Karnstedt

Credit: Paul Karnstedt

Credit: Paul Karnstedt

Credit: Paul Karnstedt

Credit: Paul Karnstedt

Credit: Paul Karnstedt

Room Facilities

Air Conditioning, Balcony , Balcony / Deck, Bath Towels, Bed Linen, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Electrical Outlets, En Suite Bathroom, Ensuite, Fan, Hairdryer, Hand Towels, Heater, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Mosquito Nets, Mosquito Netting, Outside Shower, Pure Cotton Linen, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Twin Bed, Verandah, Wardrobe

STANDARD CHALET means the unit is either a Treetop or a Riverine Chalet. Guests will find out on arrival which room type they have been allocated.

STANDARD CHALET (Treetop)
All five of Bakwena Lodge's Treetop Chalets are elevated on 3.5 meter stilts and perched within the tree canopy. The chalets are tailored to blend with the natural environment while ensuring a cool and comfortable stay.

All chalets include the following:

Private verandah
King bed or 2 x 3/4 Twin beds
En suite bathroom
Indoor & Outdoor Shower
Ceiling fan
Air conditioner
Plug Sockets next to the beds
Tea/coffee station
Hairdryer
Mosquito Net
Complimentary Wi-Fi
International Adaptor (hired from reception)

Credit: Zach Murphy

Credit: Paul Karnstedt

Credit: Paul Karnstedt

Credit: Zach Murphy

Credit: Paul Karnstedt

Credit: Paul Karnstedt

Room Facilities

Air Conditioning, Balcony , Balcony / Deck, Bath Towels, Bed Linen, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Electrical Outlets, En Suite Bathroom, Ensuite, External Shower, Fan, Hairdryer, Hand Towels, Heater, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Mosquito Nets, Mosquito Netting, Outside Shower, Pure Cotton Linen, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Twin Bed, Verandah, Wardrobe

Bring the family! The Family Room is tailored to blend with the natural environment and designed to comfortably host two adults and two children with an option to add a camping bed for a third child.

The Family Room includes the following:

Private verandah
King bed in one bedroom
2 x 3/4 Twin beds in the second bedroom
Option to add a camping bed for a third child in the second bedroom
En suite bathroom
Indoor & Outdoor Shower
Ceiling fan
Air conditioner
Plug Sockets next to the beds
Tea/coffee station
Hairdryer
Mosquito Nets
Complimentary Wi-Fi
International Adaptor (hired from reception)

Credit: Paul Karnstedt

Credit: Paul Karnstedt

Credit: Paul Karnstedt

Credit: Paul Karnstedt

Credit: Paul Karnstedt

Credit: Paul Karnstedt

Room Facilities

Air Conditioning, Balcony , Balcony / Deck, Bath Towels, Bed Linen, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Electrical Outlets, En Suite Bathroom, Ensuite, External Shower, Family Safari Tent, Fan, Hairdryer, Hand Towels, Heater, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Mosquito Nets, Mosquito Netting, Outside Shower, Pure Cotton Linen, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah, Wardrobe

The Honeymoon Suite is tailored to blend with the natural environment and is designed to create a romantic and relaxing atmosphere for couples to create memories that will last a lifetime.

The Honeymoon Suite includes the following:

Beautiful River view
King Bed
Separate lounge
Large private outdoor seating area
Stand alone bath
Indoor & Outdoor Shower
Ceiling Fan
Air conditioner
Plug Sockets next to the beds
Tea/coffee station
Hairdryer
Mosquito Net
Complimentary Wi-Fi
International Adaptor (hired from reception)

Credit: Paul Karnstedt

Credit: Paul Karnstedt

Credit: Paul Karnstedt

Credit: Paul Karnstedt

Credit: Paul Karnstedt

Credit: Paul Karnstedt

Property Facilities

Accept Credit Cards, Air conditioner, Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Children Friendly, Credit Card Facilities, Eco Friendly, Guided Tours, Internet Access (Complimentary), Internet Access (Paid/free), Internet Access, Laundry Service, Licensed, Mobile Connectivity, Outdoor Pool / Pool Deck, Parking, Pool, Power Generator , Secure Parking, Smoking Section, Vegetarian

Room Facilities

Air Conditioning, Balcony , Balcony / Deck, Bath Towels, Bed Linen, Camp Beds, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Electrical Outlets, En Suite Bathroom, Ensuite, External Shower, Family Safari Tent, Fan, Hairdryer, Hand Towels, Heater, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), LED Camp Lights, Mosquito Nets, Mosquito Netting, Outside Shower, Pure Cotton Linen, Shower, Stretcher Beds, Tea / Coffee, Twin Bed, Verandah, Wardrobe

Available Services

24-hour Security, Airport Shuttle (Available), Airport Shuttle (Complimentary), Credit Card Facilities, Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Private Vehicle (Available)

Activities on Site

Bird Watching, Cycling, Game Drives, Game Viewing, High Tea, Natural History Tours, Safaris, Walks (Guided), Wildlife Tours

Activities Nearby

Bird Watching, Boat Cruises, Cultural Tours, Game Drives, Game Viewing, General Sightseeing, Golf, Historical Tours, Natural History Tours, River Cruises, Safaris, Walks (Guided), Wildlife Tours

Victoria Falls Day Trip (Unguided) Game Drives Boat Cruises Guided Village Tour Four-Corners Boat Cruise

An optional paid for extra or you can exchange 2 x lodge activities for this trip (3-night stays + only).

A full day activity to experience the magic of the Falls in neighbouring Zimbabwe. You will be transported from the lodge to the entrance of the National Park for a tour of the Falls at your own leisure. You will then be collected and transported to lunch, into town, to the local markets or for a spot of shopping, as you wish. Please note that although we will happily make suggestions this is an unguided activity and excludes Victoria Falls Park fees, Zimbabwe Visa fees (USD$ cash only for Visa fees) and lunch and the transfer may be shared with other guests).

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Bakwena is the proud owner of seven custom built game viewers.

While offering the usual early morning and evening game drives we aim to maximise the game viewing experience.

Chobe can get busy during high season and our guides are always finding new ways of innovating . Our goal is a quality experience through extended drives and exploring new areas of the Park. Our experienced, hand picked guides are, we believe, the finest in Chobe. From insects to bird specific experiences these professionals never disappoint.

Credit: Zack Murphy

Credit: Zack Murphy

Credit: Zack Murphy

Credit: Zack Murphy

Credit: Paul Karnstedt

Credit: Paul Karnstedt

Credit: Paul Karnstedt

Credit: Paul Karnstedt

Credit: Zack Murphy

Credit: Paul Karnstedt

There are boat cruises then there are Chobe cruises. Exquisite and beyond comparison, the Chobe river boasts one of the highest concentrations of wildlife on the planet. Dry season brings a game viewing bonanza well capitalised on by the resident Lion prides.

Our guides currently have the option of three boats to showcase the river experience to our guests. Without a doubt the most sedate game viewing experience to be had in Botswana. Being metres away from the legendary Chobe Elephant, herds of thirsty buffalo or the myriad of waterbirds is unparalleled.

Credit: Paul Karnstedt

Credit: Paul Karnstedt

Credit: Paul Karnstedt

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Credit: Paul Karnstedt

Guided Village Tour either on foot or by bicycle.

Experience the Botswana Culture. A guided exploration of the local village provides an opportunity to experience and understand the local customs and culture and take a little slice of village life back home with you.

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This activity offers a unique experience to cruise along the Chobe River to the confluence of the Chobe and Zambezi Rivers where four countries - Botswana, Namibia, Zambia and Zimbabwe meet - a distinctive geographical point.

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Credit: u/k

Dining

Dining is available for inhouse guests only.

Credit: Paul Karnstedt

Credit: Paul Karnstedt

Credit: Paul Karnstedt

Credit: Paul Karnstedt

Credit: Paul Karnstedt

Credit: Paul Karnstedt

Shongwe Lookout is an exciting new build, 23-bedroom lodge in the suburbs of Victoria Falls. It is located roughly 1 kilometre from Victoria Falls town, and 2 kilometres from the Falls.

Our rooms are targeted at the more discerning guest, with quality fittings, elegant decor, and verdant garden surrounds.

Our unique offering is a 2-platform lookout tower with views of the Zambezi River, and Falls' spray. This tower is open both for early morning coffees, from 5am, and for evening drinks, until 9pm. The tower includes an intercom system and a pulley to allow guests to order drinks and nibbles without having to miss a moment of the magical view.

Shongwe Lookout also has an onsite bar and restaurant, the latter offering breakfast, lunch and dinner. An onsite pool and boma area complete the experience.

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Pool Credit: Lesanne Fowler Infinity pool and garden

Studio Room Credit: Lesanne Fowler Double

Champagne Bath Credit: Lesanne Fowler Shongwe's unique mosaic shower

Deluxe Room Credit: Lesanne Fowler Verandah looking in

Shongwe Lookout Tower Credit: Shaun McMinn View of Zambezi from the Lookout Tower

Lunch time Credit: Lesanne Fowler Shongwe Cuisine

Shongwe Cuisine Credit: Lesanne Fowler Slow Cooked Beef

Pool and Bar area Credit: Lesanne Fowler Infinity pool

Quinoa Salad Credit: Lesanne Fowler Shongwe Lookout Cuisine

Pool area Credit: Lesanne Fowler Infinity pool

Deluxe Bedroom Credit: Lesanne Fowler Double Room

Shongwe Lookout tower Credit: Lesanne Fowler Drinks up the tower

Boma area Credit: Lesanne Fowler Drinks around the fire

Bar area Credit: Lesanne Fowler Cocktails by the pool

Reception area Credit: Lesanne Fowler Friendly welcome

Lounge and Bar Credit: Lesanne Fowler Rest and relax

Studio Room Deluxe Rooms Executive Rooms

An elegant accommodation offering with two single beds, a spacious room, shower, and private toilet. Bed Type: 3/4 Extra length or King extra length. Room size: 29m2

Bedrooms: 1
Beds: 1 or 2
Accommodates: 2

A well-appointed room containing a comfortable king-sized bed, bath, shower and private toilet. Bed Type: King extra length. Room size: 28m2

Bedrooms: 1
Beds: 1
Accommodates: 2

An elegant accommodation offering with two single beds, a spacious room, shower, and private toilet. Bed Type: King Extra Length. Room size: 33m2

Bedrooms: 1
Beds: 1
Accommodates: 2

Property Facilities

Activity Desk, Bar, Internet Access (Complimentary), Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Restaurant, Vegetarian

Room Facilities

Air Conditioning, Bath, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Disabled Rooms, Fan, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Mosquito Nets, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah

Available Services

24-hour Security, Airport Shuttle (Available), Disability, Laundry Service (Available)

Activities Nearby

Adrenaline Activities, Animal Encounters, Art Galleries, Big 5, Bird Watching, Cultural Tours, Cycling, Elephant-back Safaris, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, General Sightseeing, Golf, Helicopter Rides, Helicopter Scenic Flights, Historical Tours, Horse Riding, Kayaking / Paddling, Mountain Biking, Rhino Tracking, River Cruises, Safaris, Scenic Flights, Sky Diving, Walks (Guided), Walks (Self Guided), Wildlife Tours

Shongwe Lookout Restaurant

At Shongwe Lookout, our world class chefs love to show off. They have freedom to come up with blackboard menu each day, based on what is locally available and fresh. They never disappoint. Showcasing the best local ingredients and flavours in a culinary art piece, is what our Chefs pride themselves on. We also take our coffee very seriously with well trained baristas and carefully selected medium roast coffee beans from around the world.