Lagoon Camp is perched on the banks of the wild Kwando River nestled beneath towering ebony and marula trees.
Location: Perched on the shaded banks of the Kwando River, Lagoon Camp sits beneath a canopy of ebony and marula trees in northern Botswana’s private Kwando Reserve. Between the Okavango and Chobe rivers, this remote corner of the Kwando-Linyanti region is wild and teeming with life. Elephants and hippos are regular visitors to the river below, sometimes gathering in vast herds that naturally attract predators right up to the camp. The views are unmatched, and the constant presence of wildlife brings a deep sense of calm to this quiet, unspoilt setting.
Rooms: Eight spacious tented suites, including one family tent, are tucked into the riverine forest overlooking the water. Each suite has a private viewing deck with comfortable seating, a large lounge area, ceiling fan, writing desk and charging points. Bathrooms feature double vanity basins, a ball-and-claw bathtub, and both indoor and outdoor showers. Suites can be configured as doubles or twins, and the family tent includes an additional bedroom and shared bathroom.
Amenities: At the heart of camp, open-sided dining, lounge and bar areas invite easy relaxation, under thatched roofing with sweeping views across the Kwando River. A raised viewing deck, firepit for evenings under the stars, and swimming pool add to the sense of luxurious tranquillity. Lagoon also boasts a small safari shop, an elevated library, complementary laundry service and solar powered energy. Meals are fully inclusive and flexible, with communal dining and menus tailored to the rhythm of each day’s adventures.
Activities: Lagoon Camp’s guide and tracker teams are known for their exceptional skill and local knowledge. Game drives, night drives and off-road tracking are limited to six guests per vehicle for a guaranteed window seat. Walking safaris are offered at the guide’s discretion, while boating trips and fishing are seasonal highlights from March to December. The area’s resident wild dog pack often dens close to camp, and during the dry season, herds of up to a thousand elephant and buffalo are not uncommon. For a different perspective, scenic helicopter or fixed-wing flights can be arranged over this vast wilderness.
Sustainability: Set within the 232,000-hectare Kwando Private Concession, Lagoon Camp runs primarily on solar power and operates with a light footprint. Its secluded position allows wildlife to roam freely through the area, while guest stays directly contribute to the long-term protection of the region’s ecosystems and species, including the wild dogs and elephants that define this extraordinary part of Botswana.
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