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 refers to a wider region encompassing the Moremi Game Reserve and the Khwai Concession in Botswana. It boasts a diverse landscape, including mopane woodlands, floodplains, lagoons, papyrus rivers, and acacia forests, supporting a remarkable variety of wildlife. The Okavango Delta, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, flows through the region, creating a unique ecosystem that attracts diverse species. The Greater Moremi area is famed for its incredible biodiversity, especially its rich concentration of the Big Five—lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, and buffalo. Beyond the Big Five, it supports countless other species, including African wild dogs, hippos, zebras, giraffes, and a myriad of birdlife. The area is a prime destination for safari enthusiasts looking for authentic wildlife experiences.
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.
