4 Rivers: Our full report
Set to open in June 2023, 4 Rivers will be the latest camp within the wilderness of the private Kwara Reserve.
With its own airstrip, under well-established ownership, and very well-priced for the Okavango Delta, we are confident that it will meet our expectations.A team from Expert Africa has yet to visit 4 Rivers, but we have explored the 1,750 km2 Kwara Reserve many times, and we are looking forward to seeing the new camp for ourselves.
Although the camp will share this section of the reserve with its established sister camps, Kwara and Splash, it will be located further west, with its own private airstrip and an area around camp that is exclusive to 4 Rivers’ vehicles.
Overlooking a permanent small lagoon to Maboa Island, the camp is surrounded by a rich mosaic of waterways, mopane woodlands and open plains, dotted with forested islands.
We understand that each of the nine tents, including a family tent, will be traditional in style. Set up on raised wooden decks backed by ancient forest, their walk-in canvas structures will encompass both indoor and outdoor showers, with wildlife-watching from the deck from comfortable chairs.
In the main area, a number of small lounge areas will be ideal for guests to relax over a book or a drink from the bar, while meals will be served in a separate dining room and a firepit will come into its own as night falls. A curio shop will be on hand to purchase gifts.
Activities at 4 Rivers will include game drives, day and night, each accompanied by a guide and tracker, thus enhancing the opportunities for visitors to spot wildlife. Guided safari walks on Maboa Island introduce that thrill of adventure, while motorboat trips and seasonal mekoro excursions should come into their own here, too. Please note that until the camp is fully operational, and they have more of an idea of the seasonal river channel variations, they are not promising boating (or fishing), though they are hoping these will be possible in the future.
Our view
While we have yet to visit 4 Rivers, our knowledge of the Kwara Reserve, together with many years’ experience of visiting its sister camps both here and further afield, leads us to believe that this will be an excellent and good-value addition to the safari camps in the Okavango Delta.
Geographics
- Location
- Okavango Delta Safari Reserves, Botswana
- Ideal length of stay
- 3 to 4 nights
- Directions
- Guests will usually arrive by light aircraft at 4 Rivers’ private airstrip, from where it’s a short drive of around 15 minutes to camp.
- Accessible by
- Fly-and-Transfer
Food & drink
- Usual board basis
- Full Board & Activities
Children
- Attitude towards children
- Children aged six and over are welcome at 4 Rivers
- Equipment
- The camp has one tent suitable for a family.
Communications
- Communications
- There is no WiFi or cell service in camp
- TV & radio
- None
- Water supply
- Borehole
Health & safety
- Malarial protection recommended
- Yes
- Dangerous animals
- High Risk
- Fire safety
Activities
4WD Safari
Birdwatching
Boat trip
Fishing
Guided walking safari
Helicopter
Mokoro
Night drive
Extras
- Disabled access
- On Request
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