Belmond Khwai River Lodge by Virtuoso

Virtuoso Experience

• Local Immersion
• Ecotourism
• Adventure

Exclusive Amenities

• Daily full breakfast, for up to two in room guests
• Complimentary 30-minute massage Spa treatment, once per stay
• Early check-in/late check-out, subject to availability
• Complimentary Wi-Fi

Description (provided by Virtuoso)

Nestled on the edge of a leadwood and fig tree forest, overlooking the vast Khwai River floodplains and beyond into the Moremi Wildlife Reserve, sits the luxurious Belmond Khwai River Lodge.Khwai is renowned for its large concentrations of mammals and it is not unusual to see many different types of wildlife from the comfort of your own private deck. As a year round destination for wildlife, predators can regularly be seen in the area, rated as one of the most prolific in Botswana for viewing wildlife. The exceptional location of Khwai makes it a regular host to Elephant, Buffalo, Lion, Leopard, Cheetah and Wild Dogs. Birdlife can also be viewed in abundance with exceptional sightings of wildfowl and raptors near the lodge.At Khwai River Lodge, you are close to Africa';s heartbeat and at the centre of a world that has not altered since life began. You can sense this from the moment you arrive.
Khwai River Lodge is perfectly designed to blend into the surrounding environment.All luxury rooms are housed on raised wooden platforms, offering great views, and shaded by a traditional African thatch roof.The large private decks are furnished with easy chairs and a hammock, ideal for viewing wildlife, or for enjoying a private dinner in complete privacy. The room interiors are luxuriously appointed with such comforts as an en suite bathroom, private fully stocked mini bar, four poster bed complete with mosquito netting, as well as a discreet air conditioning.For your convenience, in-rooms safes are provided for the safekeeping of all cash, travel documents and other such articles.
Be it in the open-air or within our covered dining area, Khwai River Lodge offers a dining experience to remember.In the heart of the safari experience, surrounded by wildlife, enjoy delicious cuisine created by our skilled chefs.The restaurant offers something for everyone all day and will also be glad to prepare picnics for you to take on a game drive.After dinner enjoy the bar and lounge areas.Seated around our camp fire you can share stories of the days experiences with other guests or simply curl up and relax while the wildlife does the same.
Game drives often start early.You will be woken with a light breakfast to enjoy in your tent before setting off on your drive.On your return the restaurant will be open for a light brunch to satisfy you until the next adventure begins…
Activities at Khwai River Lodge include morning and afternoon game drives in open land cruisers. Night spotlight game drives and star gazing presentations are also conducted after dinner.A cultural visit to a local village can also be arranged, as well as guided safari walks along the Khwai River by one of our experienced team of guides.For those wishing to stay at the camp and relax, Khwai River Lodge, is equipped with a hide overlooking the Khwai floodplains, a swimming pool as well as a gym and spa facility. Guests can enjoy indulgent treatments in the facility or in the privacy of their own room.
At Khwai River Lodge we are pleased to offer our guests the following facilities:observation deck overlooking the river – the perfect spot to use our handy list for identifying the species that live here, indoor and outdoor fire area, swimming pool – from the pool you can watch the pods of hippo playing in the river, indoor and outdoor ceiling fans, telescopes, illuminated pathways, slide projector and screen, curio shop with toiletries, video and 35mm film, safari wear, local art and craft objects, laundry service, reference library of books and videos, audio-visual facilities, first aid kit, satellite phones on request, VHF radio communications plus 24 hour emergency facilities, environmental flora and fauna check lists, talks and lectures, emergency medical evacuation service.Guests met at Maun Airport and escorted onto light aircraft.Transfers provided to and from hotels for guests overnighting in Maun.All Air Botswana and Air Namibia flights automatically reconfirmed for guests.  

Nearby

Nearest Airport: Private airstrip