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Kwetsani Camp
Kwetsani Camp
Kwetsani Camp
Kwetsani Camp
Kwetsani Camp
Kwetsani Camp
Kwetsani Camp
Kwetsani Camp

Kwetsani Camp: Information from the owner

General information

Type
Accommodation
No. of rooms
5

About this information

All the information on this page is supplied to us directly from the lodge owner and reflects their view, not ours.

For Expert Africa's view, see our own full report on Kwetsani Camp, which contains our own observations and views.


Last updated by Owner
26 Jul 2024
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Facilities at Kwetsani Camp

Property facilities
Bar, Pool, Private Vehicle Available
Room facilities
Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Fan, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Mosquito Nets, Outside Shower, Safe, Tea / Coffee, Verandah
Activities on site
Bird Watching, Boating, Catch-and-release Fishing, Game Drives, Mokoro Excursion, Night Drives, Walks (Guided)
Nearby activities
Cultural Tours, Helicopter Scenic Flights

Room types at Kwetsani Camp

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Standard Twin/Double Tent(s)

Inspired by the spirit of authentic safari, Wilderness Kwetsani combines modern comforts with the beauty of the surrounding untamed wilderness.

Beautifully crafted in canvas, wood, and glass, each accommodation provides an elegant home away from home, with an exquisitely furnished bedroom and lounge. Each luxury tent is elevated to maximise the sweeping panoramic floodplain vistas.

Activities at Kwetsani Camp

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Wilderness Kwetsani – Birding

The Jao Reserve has outstanding birding opportunities. With water and land activities, opportunities to grow your list are excellent. Wattled cranes, slaty egrets, rosy-throated longclaws, Pel’s fishing-owls and African skimmers are some of the "specials" while more common coppery-tailed coucals and pygmy goose are also seen.

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Wilderness Kwetsani – Boating *

Boating is another idyllic form of water wildlife viewing along the waterways. often yielding fabulous sightings of hippo and crocodile and maybe even the elusive sitatunga.

* Water levels permitting.

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Wilderness Kwetsani – Fishing *

Try your hand at seasonal fishing on a catch and release basis. The camp has a limited supply of basic equipment for your use.

* Note that fishing is seasonal as it is prohibited by Botswana law in January and February due to breeding purposes.

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Wilderness Kwetsani – Game Drives

Guided morning and afternoon game drives. offered in open 4x4 vehicles, explore the mosaic of Delta habitats, and let you come closer to some of the resident wildlife.

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Wilderness Kwetsani – Guided Nature Walks *

Get your feet on the ground and enjoy a walk through the pristine Jao Reserve. On Hunda Island, the dry season brings in large numbers of mixed species, which makes for supremely rewarding walking safaris. Our expert guides welcome the opportunity to share their bushlore adventures ...

* Seasonal and subject to the availability of a qualified walking guide, therefore pre-booking is essential.

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Wilderness Kwetsani – Hunda Island

During times of high water, Wilderness Kwetsani guests boat to Hunda Island for game drives, complete with a picnic on a full-day excursion.

Hunda Island is famous for adrenaline pumping sightings!

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Wilderness Kwetsani – Mokoro Excursions *

There is no better way of viewing the Delta and its wildlife than by floating silently in a traditional mokoro (dugout canoe). Often revealing the smaller critters of the Okavango Delta, keep an eye out for tiny reed frogs, and the fascinating avian life. In summer, guests are driven to the waters edge for this activity.

* Water levels permitting.

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Wilderness Kwetsani – Night Drives

A whole new safari experience awaits after dark. Night drives with spotlights allow you to find those nocturnal animals you wouldn’t see during normal daytime drives. Go in search of the fascinating creatures of the night ... porcupine, aardwolf, serval, large spotted genet and lesser bushbaby are just some of these.

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