
Botswana
Kwetsani
An Okavango Oasis
Unearth all the Okavango has to offer on an authentic adventure at this intimate safari camp.
DESTINATIONS
Wilderness Kwetsani
Wilderness Kwetsani
Discover the Delta by land and water.
With direct access to the Delta’s waters and the open floodplains, Wilderness Kwetsani promises adventure and discovery. Explore the wetlands by boat or traditional mokoro. Here hippos and crocs dwell, and red lechwe and rare sitatunga leap across the channels. Keep a keen eye out for plains game such as giraffes, wildebeest, zebras and impalas, plus, of course, their predators.




Kwetsani moments
Intimate, exclusive Kwetsani promises all the Okavango has to offer, with exceptional game viewing both on land and water. Here lechwe, reedbuck, and tsessebe populate the floodplains, hippos and crocodiles take to the waters, and leopards, lions, and spotted hyenas provide thrilling predator encounters.




Kwetsani moments
Intimate, exclusive Kwetsani promises all the Okavango has to offer, with exceptional game viewing both on land and water. Here lechwe, reedbuck, and tsessebe populate the floodplains, hippos and crocodiles take to the waters, and leopards, lions, and spotted hyenas provide thrilling predator encounters.
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THE DETAILS
Wilderness Kwetsani
Explore all aspects of the Delta by land and water with game drives, mokoro rides, and boat trips. During times of high water, travel to Hunda Island for a full day out, complete with a picnic in the wilderness. Back at camp, relax and take in the sweeping vistas over the scenic floodplain.

Local culture
At Wilderness Kwetsani you’ll get to meet the local people of Botswana, who work with us to protect our home. Together we are conserving our iconic wilderness areas. Bring much-needed supplies for vulnerable communities, and join us to uplift and assist the people of Jao village with contributions of food, clothing, and other support.
Pool
Take a refreshing dip for some respite from the African sun.
Wi-Fi
Stay in touch with friends and family back home.
Solar
Kwetsani is 100% solar-powered.
Store
Pick out a locally crafted keepsake for a reminder of your safari.

Common reedbuck
Look out for these antelope on the river banks.

Zebra
Plains game abounds on Hunda Island.

Wildebeest
Kwetsani delivers sightings of numerous ungulates.

Leopard
Elusive and always a thrill to see.

Inspirational game viewing
Hunda Island, the largest landmass in Botswana’s Jao Reserve, provides ample room for wildlife. The Delta floodplains here are home to species found in few other places on Earth. During times of high water, boat to Hunda Island for game drives, watching for those Delta specials - endangered wattled crane, slaty egret, and rosy-throated longclaw, amongst others.

Game drive
Game drives explore the mosaic of habitats.

Boating
View a myriad of wildlife along the waterways.

Mokoro
Float silently, looking out for Delta specials.

Birding
Exceptional sightings include the swamp nightjar.
Purpose

Local culture
At Wilderness Kwetsani you’ll get to meet the local people of Botswana, who work with us to protect our home. Together we are conserving our iconic wilderness areas. Bring much-needed supplies for vulnerable communities, and join us to uplift and assist the people of Jao village with contributions of food, clothing, and other support.
Facilities
Pool
Take a refreshing dip for some respite from the African sun.
Wi-Fi
Stay in touch with friends and family back home.
Solar
Kwetsani is 100% solar-powered.
Store
Pick out a locally crafted keepsake for a reminder of your safari.
Wildlife

Common reedbuck
Look out for these antelope on the river banks.

Zebra
Plains game abounds on Hunda Island.

Wildebeest
Kwetsani delivers sightings of numerous ungulates.

Leopard
Elusive and always a thrill to see.
Area

Inspirational game viewing
Hunda Island, the largest landmass in Botswana’s Jao Reserve, provides ample room for wildlife. The Delta floodplains here are home to species found in few other places on Earth. During times of high water, boat to Hunda Island for game drives, watching for those Delta specials - endangered wattled crane, slaty egret, and rosy-throated longclaw, amongst others.
Activities

Game drive
Game drives explore the mosaic of habitats.

Boating
View a myriad of wildlife along the waterways.

Mokoro
Float silently, looking out for Delta specials.

Birding
Exceptional sightings include the swamp nightjar.
Kwetsani experiences
Birding
Helicopter safari
Fishing
Mokoro
Guided walking safaris
MAP
Explore camps in the Okavango Delta
A whole new safari experience awaits in the centre of the Okavango Delta’s stunning Jao Reserve. Here, Wilderness Kwetsani rests on an elongated island covered with palm, mangosteen, and fig trees. Go in search of the fascinating creatures that call Botswana home. Or, after another knockout sunset, gather round the camp fire until the southern sky reveals its constellations of uncountable stars.
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