Situated on the banks of the Khwai River near the famous Okavango swamp, the village of Khwai is set in the North-West District of Botswana. The village fringes the magnificent Moremi Game Reserve which is known for its incredible array of wildlife. It serves as a gateway to the reserve as it is set just outside the North Gate. of Moremi. Khwai provides an excellent base from which to explore the spectacularly scenic surrounding area. It is to be home to some of Botswana's most beautiful landscapes which feature vast grass plains, a patchwork of lagoons, shallow pans and lush woodland forests. Visitor can look forward to spotting a fantastic variety of wildlife, learning about the San community and enjoying a wide selection of ecotourism activities. Commonly spotted wildlife species include: lion, leopard, elephant, cheetah, hippo, wild dog and buffalo.
The Greater Moremi Area encompasses the Moremi Game Reserve and the neighboring Khwai Concession in Botswana. This diverse region features a rich mosaic of landscapes, including mopane woodlands, floodplains, lagoons, papyrus-lined rivers, and acacia forests, which support an incredible array of wildlife. At the heart of the region lies the Okavango Delta, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which brings life to this unique ecosystem through seasonal floods and diverse habitats. The Greater Moremi Area is renowned for its remarkable biodiversity, with thriving wildlife populations including the Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino—along with countless other species such as African wild dogs, hippos, zebras, giraffes, and a stunning variety of birdlife. For safari enthusiasts, this area offers some of the most authentic and rewarding wildlife experiences in Africa, where the beauty of the delta and the abundance of wildlife come together to create a truly unforgettable adventure.
Situated in the Chobe region of Botswana, the pristine Kazuma Forest Reserve offers visitors an authentic African wilderness experience. This impressive landscape stretches over thousands of hectares and features expansive grassland, natural pans and Mopane tree forests. It is home to abundant wildlife and provides an ideal habitat for wildebeest, buffalo, antelope, sable, giraffe, zebra, lion and leopard. Numerous herds of elephants also frequent this reserve as it is idyllically positioned in an elephant corridor. The nearby Kazuma Pans attract many birds making it a bird watching paradise boasting over 380 different species. Visitors can enjoy a variety of activities including: guided walks, fishing trips and sunrise or sunset game drives.
