Kwara Camp, Okavango Delta – perfect accommodation if you only have a couple of nights to see the region and want great wildlife sightings.
Kwara Camp can be found in the southern part of the Private Kwara Reserve. It borders the Moremi Game Reserve in the Okavango Delta. The Kwara Private Reserve spans an area of 175 000 ha (432 000 acres). Its unique location boasts both permanent water and seasonal flood plains as well as extensive dry bush wilderness. Favored by labyrinths of permanent water channels and secret islands; this area offers the perfect Delta experience. Considered to be among the best in Botswana for game viewing and activities. Nestled under the shade of tall trees, the camp has a wonderful view over the floodplains and lagoon; just in front of the camp. It is a land & water camp, year-round.
Like other Kwando properties, Kwara offers a digital detox experience (no WiFi or cell phone connectivity) allowing its guests to truly enjoy and embrace the natural setting of the camp. All activities will be accompanied by a guide and tracker. However; unlike other Kwando Safaris camps, all 9-seater vehicles take a maximum of 4 guests. Game drives which can be off-road and at night, walking safaris, mokoros, boat cruises, and seasonal fishing. The site is 15 minutes from the Kwara airstrip.
The main area sits in the center of the camp. It has a dining area, lounge, and curio shop. Kwara also has 2 x small pool areas at each end of the camp. This provides guests with more private lounge areas. Each poolside has a small bar and pool loungers for guests to enjoy the afternoon siesta period. There is one additional pilot/guide tent of a lesser standard than the other guest tents.
The decor of Kwara pays homage to the authentic African style of Kwando Safaris and has 9 x canvas tents. Each tent has a spacious deck, an en suite bathroom with both indoor and outdoor showers, and a gorgeous bath. All of which have views out to the floodplains. There is a ceiling fan in the room and mosquito nets around the beds.
Kwando Kwara accommodation
*The age limit for Kwara is a minimum of 18 years of age and there are no family rooms. (These are available at Splash).
Activities
What to do at Kwara Camp
Kwara is a land & water camp so great if you only have a couple of nights to see the Okavango Delta. Game drives operate using a guide and tracker. This adds to the experience on two levels. You have two sets of eyes searching out the action, looking for tracks. This ensures a good chance of sightings, especially predators. Also, having the tracker out front, concentrating on tracking, means that the guide is more able to talk to clients. To keep them informed and answer all their questions. It leads to a more relaxed, convivial game-driving atmosphere. As Kwara is in a private concession, you have the opportunity to drive off-road in search of sightings. It also means that you can do night drives with spotlights.
Wild Dogs
Fishing is also offered at Kwara for 10 months of the year; excluding January and February as this is the peak breeding season. Basic equipment is supplied, but avid fly fishers are advised to bring their own equipment.
The mokoro trip is the quintessential delta experience. There is nothing more relaxing than poling along the lagoon and channels with your guide, soaking up the atmosphere, and seeing things from a totally different perspective.
There is a double-deck boat available to go out for a short sunset cruise, the perfect way to spend an afternoon, meandering the waterways. From October to March, it is also possible to visit the heronries at Godikwe and Gcobega Lagoons.
Heronry
It is also possible to do guided walks all year round. An area is chosen at the guide’s discretion and in keeping with safe distances from large herds of elephants and buffalo. The distance and area for each walk may vary seasonally at the guides’ discretion.
Low Season is from 15th November to 31st March Mid Season is from 1st April to 30th June and 1st to 14th November High Season is from 1st July to 31st October
2023-2024
Indicative Rates at Kwara Camp in US $
Stays of 3 or more nights
Stays of 6 – 7 nights
8 or more nights
1st July to 31st October 2023
Per Person
1,720
1,634
1,548
Single supplement
375
355
340
1st to 14th November 2023
Per Person
1,260
1,197
Single supplement
255
245
15th November 2023 to 31st March 2024
Per Person
920
Single supplement
N/A
From the 15th November until 31st March, there is also the 5 Rivers Special.
2024-2025
Indicative Rates at Kwara Camp in US $
Stays of 5 or more nights
Stays of 6 – 7 nights
8 or more nights
1st April to 30th June 2024
Per Person
1,575
1,495
Single supplement
550
525
1st July to 31st October 2024
Per Person
2,100
1,995
1,890
Single supplement
735
700
660
1st to 14th November 2024
Per Person
1,575
1,495
Single supplement
550
525
15th November 2024 to 31st March 2025
Per Person
1,115
Single supplement
N/A
From the 15th November until 31st March, there is also the 5 Rivers Special.
A festive season surcharge applies per person sharing per night between the 20th of December 2023 and the 4th of January 2024 inclusive of USD 125. From 20th of December 2024 and the 4th of January 2025, it is USD 150.
Kwara Camp accommodation rates include: Accommodation with all meals and beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) All activities Daily laundry Emergency medical evacuation cover (all guests must have their own travel and health insurance). Meet & greet in and out of Maun airport when being transferred with Moremi Air
Safari discounts offered at Kwara Camp:
Five Rivers Safari Offer
The 5 Rivers Safari runs from 15th November to 31st of March every year. This is a very special time to visit Botswana as it is a time of plenty. Mammals are healthy, and many species bring their young into the world. The bush is emerald green in color with an abundance of flora and large flocks of migrant bird species. This makes it especially good for photographers.
A minimum of 3 nights at one camp or 4 nights at any 2 camps/lodges All flying into and out of camps/lodges MUST be with Moremi Air.
5 Rivers Safari rates
From 15th November 2023 to 31st March 2024: Kwara: R720 Splash, Lagoon, Lebala, Pom Pom, 4 Rivers, Nxai Pan, Tau Pan & The Elephant Camp in Victoria Falls: $570 Rra Dinare, Mma Dinare,Gunn’s Camp, Moremi Crossing, Chobe Safari Lodge, Chobe Bush Lodge: $470
No single supplement on accommodation for the first 2 singles per group. Then USD 260 per person per night single supplement applies.
From 15th November 2024 to 31st March 2025 (no longer including Nxai Pan, Tau Pan, Chobe Safari or Bush Lodge): Kwara: $820 Splash, Lagoon, Lebala: $690 Pom Pom, 4 Rivers, Rra Dinare, Mma Dinare, including The Elephant Camp in Victoria Falls: $600 Moremi Crossing: $530
No single supplement on accommodation for the first 2 singles per group. Then USD 275 per person per night single supplement applies.
Normal nightly rate inclusions apply to the 5 Rivers Safari.
Repeat Kwando Guest Special:
A 5% discount for guests who have stayed before (not applicable for new travelers in the same booking with repeat guests). The camps and date of stay need to be provided for verification purposes. Can only be combined with the Waiver of Single Supplement, and Long Stay Discount. Not valid in conjunction with any other special not mentioned.
Waiver Of Single Supplement
The single supplement will be wavered in Mid Season when a single person is staying at Kwara Camp for 4 nights or more.
Last minute rates
Book to travel within 30 days and receive a discounted rate between 1st May – 14th November. Due to the nature of the late booking, rooms are very limited.
Kwara Camp Honeymoon Special:
Based on per person sharing rates we can offer the following for honeymoon couples: 50% discount for one adult’s accommodation
Plus honeymooners get: The couple will also receive a wedding gift at their first camp, A private dinner at any camp during their stay (agreed with agent ahead of time).
Travel must be within a year of the date on the wedding certificate.
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