Reviews of Kwara Camp
Wildlife sightings and reviews
240 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Kwara Camp and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa

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"Kwara Camp review"
The exceptional rains earlier in the year made game viewing a bit challenging, as the grass was still extremely long in early June, so predator sightings were not as frequent as I had hoped. A recent buffalo kill ensured regular sightings of one of the resident lion prides, and I also had good sightings of a solitary male, and male and female, lions. Only one brief sighting of a leopard, which was largely obscured by the grass; and one close up viewing of a male cheetah with an impala kill. The highlight was on my last afternoon drive, with a terrific sighting of a pack of 18 wild dogs; I was able to see them waking up and going through their greeting rituals, then (unsuccessfully) hunting a crocodile basking by a waterhole, a zebra foal (which the adult zebras diligently protected), and two impalas which had narrow escapes. Kwara is very strict at adhering to the limit of 3 vehicles on a sighting, so I was very grateful to my guide for enabling me to join another vehicle to stay with the dogs.
The scenery in the concession is beautiful, but I would comment that almost all the best wildlife sightings were some distance away around Splash Camp. This tallies with a previous stay at Splash Camp, where I had numerous predator sightings; but apart from this, I much preferred the atmosphere at Kwara to Splash (which felt a little impersonal and had more of a “hotel” feel).
The guiding was good, but in my opinion not outstanding; George and Sunday were always cheerful and friendly, but I think their style is maybe more suited to safari newcomers rather than experienced safari-goers.
And as a personal preference, I was very glad that Kwara did not indulge in “safari gimmicks” such as the “traditional song and dance” performances that so many camps now routinely hold.
Overall I would recommend Kwara and I would definitely return." See all these reviews: 8n in Botswana

Buffalo
Multiple sightings

Cheetah
1 sighting

Elephant
Multiple sightings

Giraffe
Multiple sightings

Hippo
Multiple sightings

Leopard
1 sighting

Lion
Multiple sightings

Spotted Hyena
Multiple sightings

Wild dog
1 sighting

Wildebeest
Multiple sightings

Zebra
Multiple sightings
"Not quite up to Dinaka standard"
As an example, our arrival at both Dinaka and Kwara meant we needed to hurry in relation to the timing of the next game drive. At Dinaka this was handled in a relaxed manner whereas at Kwara we felt pressured to complete the arrival formalities to comply with the game drive timetable. The paperwork was clearly more important than familiarising us with the camp.
We acknowledge that guiding requires the skill of balancing the needs of all in the jeep, providing information, answering questions and allowing sufficient time for photographs and viewing game. In our case we felt our guide was, at times, following his own well worn formula and rather lacked empathy. Our tracker, however, was excellent on the Mokoro trip, responding to our specific requests and providing information.
Other than the games drives we very much enjoyed the boat trip and mokoro.
Special mention must go to Kay for arranging a bottle of champagne and gift for our wedding anniversary." See all these reviews: 9n in Botswana; 2n in Zimbabwe

Buffalo
4 sightings

Cheetah
1 sighting

Elephant
10 sightings

Giraffe
5 sightings

Hippo
10 sightings

Lion
2 sightings

Sitatunga
1 sighting

Wildebeest
10 sightings

Zebra
10 sightings
"Kwara Camp review"
When I think back to our whole trip, it’s the time spent at Kwara in Botswana that was the most special. Being completely cut off from the rest of the world and just taking in the magic of the wildlife.
Our guide George and tracker Chris were exceptional and really nice people on top of that. We enjoyed talking with them about their backgrounds and life in Botswana. We loved being summoned to dinner by the singing staff! The dinner under the stars by candlelight, breakfasts around the campfire at sunrise, the surprise lunch in the bush, and the morning coffee breaks and sundowner cocktails made the whole experience even more special. (Be sure to try the Amarula in your hot chocolate!)
Now if they could only get the baboons to be quiet during siesta time!!" See all these reviews: 4n in Botswana; 2n in Zimbabwe

Buffalo
2 sightings

Elephant
5 sightings

Giraffe
6 sightings

Hippo
7 sightings

Leopard
1 sighting

Lion
3 sightings

Sitatunga
1 sighting

Spotted Hyena
3 sightings

Wild dog
1 sighting

Wildebeest
4 sightings

Zebra
6 sightings
"Kwara Camp review"
We visited in mid-April, the grass was still fairly high and the landscape beautiful before the plains become flooded. Hyena, lion, and elephants visited the camp during the night.
Meals were communal and were not as good as we would have expected. The facilities are great and the huge tents have a distinct sitting area which we enjoyed along with the veranda during the afternoon breaks." See all these reviews: 10n in Botswana

Buffalo
Multiple sightings

Cheetah
1 sighting

Elephant
Multiple sightings

Giraffe
Multiple sightings

Hippo
Multiple sightings

Leopard
1 sighting

Lion
Multiple sightings

Sitatunga
1 sighting

Spotted Hyena
Multiple sightings

Wild dog
Multiple sightings

Wildebeest
Multiple sightings

Zebra
Multiple sightings
"Kwara Camp review"
We had the once in a lifetime experience watching a pack of 20 wild dogs chase down an impala with incredible speed and extrodinary pack hunting synchrony.
An evening boat ride provided a different look at the delta. We had cocktails and watched the sun set on Botswana's best diamond." See all these reviews: 10n in Botswana; 2n in Zimbabwe

Buffalo
2 sightings

Cheetah
1 sighting

Elephant
8 sightings

Giraffe
10 sightings

Hippo
10 sightings

Leopard
1 sighting

Lion
3 sightings

Sitatunga
1 sighting

Spotted Hyena
2 sightings

Wild dog
10 sightings

Wildebeest
6 sightings

Zebra
6 sightings
"Kwara Camp review"
This was impressive because we started off for the afternoon drive and almost immediately got caught in a huge downpour. Ponchos were supplied and we ducked into the "waiting area" of the airstrip (three-sided shack) until the worst of it had passed. Then, laughing and tucked into blankets, we continued on for the great thrill of coming upon the boys.
The dogs were also a joy to observe, as two branches of the same pack reunited and some shared bits of an animal that the one group had caught. It took great skill by Thapelo and Chris to keep track of the dogs as they moved through the deep grass, popping up here and there on a termite mound or bit of elevated ground to look about.
We loved hearing the hippos belch and rumble as they strolled past our elevated tent at night from the lagoon, on their way to graze, and all the other familiar sounds that say you are in Africa." See all these reviews: 16n in Botswana

Elephant
Multiple sightings

Giraffe
1 sighting

Lion
Multiple sightings

Wild dog
1 sighting

Wildebeest
Multiple sightings

Zebra
Multiple sightings
"Kwara Camp review"
Mr G our guide and KT our tracker were excellent and very accommodating. They worked effortlessly together and were amazing at tracking predators. Mr G and the staff made our stay special in creative ways by setting up a surprise lunch on a boat and private dinner in our room.
Room quality was good as the camp had been renovated in 2019, equiped with air conditioning, hot showers, etc. The pool area overlooking a lagoon was also well put together with sun beds and a cabin with a well stocked fridge. Staff was well trained and food was delicious - all meals and bush coffee/sundowners nibbles were all quite excellent. Mr G, KT and all the staff went the extra mile to make the overall stay special.
The ample amount of animal activity was extremely memorable but what will make us come back are the warm and sincere demeanor of the Kwara team." See all these reviews: 8n in Botswana

Buffalo
Multiple sightings

Elephant
Multiple sightings

Giraffe
Multiple sightings

Hippo
Multiple sightings

Leopard
1 sighting

Lion
Multiple sightings

Spotted Hyena
Multiple sightings

Wild dog
Multiple sightings

Wildebeest
Multiple sightings

Zebra
Multiple sightings
"Kwara Camp review"
The rooms, staff and facilities were truly excellent!" See all these reviews: 6n in Botswana; 5n in South Africa; 2n in Zambia

Buffalo
Multiple sightings

Cheetah
1 sighting

Elephant
Multiple sightings

Giraffe
Multiple sightings

Hippo
Multiple sightings

Leopard
1 sighting

Lion
Multiple sightings

Spotted Hyena
Multiple sightings

Wildebeest
Multiple sightings

Zebra
Multiple sightings
"Kwara Camp review"

Buffalo
10 sightings

Cheetah
Multiple sightings

Elephant
Multiple sightings

Giraffe
Multiple sightings

Hippo
Multiple sightings

Leopard
1 sighting

Lion
Multiple sightings

Roan antelope
Multiple sightings

Sable antelope
Multiple sightings

Spotted Hyena
Multiple sightings

Wild dog
Multiple sightings

Wildebeest
Multiple sightings

Zebra
Multiple sightings
"Kwara Camp review"
Nothing to fault." See all these reviews: 6n in Zimbabwe; 5n in Botswana; 2n in Namibia

Buffalo
Multiple sightings

Cheetah
1 sighting

Elephant
Multiple sightings

Leopard
Multiple sightings

Lion
Multiple sightings

Roan antelope
1 sighting

Sable antelope
1 sighting

Wild dog
Multiple sightings

Zebra
Multiple sightings
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