Khwai Guest House

Only 3.5 hours away from Maun, renowned gateway to the Unesco World Heritage-listed Okavango Delta, this charming guesthouse is easily accessible whether you embark on an adventurous self-drive safari or opt for the deluxe option of a fly-in safari. Both wild life areas, Khwai Concession and the Moremi Game Reserve, can easily be accessed from the Khwai village. Khwai is a small rural village of just 400 inhabitants, the majority of which are Babukahwe, more generally referred to as “river bushmen”. The Khwai Concession boasts an outstanding diversity of fauna and flora, being a pristine wilderness region bordering the unfenced Moremi Game Reserve. Moremi is situated in the central and eastern regions of the Okavango Delta and offers spectacular game viewing as well as bird watching opportunities, including all major naturally occurring herbivore and carnivore species in the region, and over 400 species of birds, many migratory and some endangered.

Blending traditional African feel with a stylish and welcoming modern touch. Khwai Guest House has 6 newly refurbished thatched bungalows inspired by traditional housing prevalent in Botswana rural communities. The rooms provide a warm and modern appeal, comfy beds, rustic wooden features and a charming original deco. They all feature attached bathrooms with open-air showers. You can opt between Bed and Breakfast basis, Diner bed and Breakfast basis, or Full board with activities (2 per night stayed) basis.

Jump on a game viewer and get introduced to the stunning wildlife protected areas at hand by one of their immensely experienced local guides. Catch your breath peacefully gliding over water on a traditional dugout canoe (mokoro) while your poler unveils the treasures of his home. Khwai Guest House can arrange for you game drives in Khwai or Moremi, 2.5hr traditional dugout canoe ("mokoro") excursions, Night drives, and Cultural experiences.