The Spa
African-inspired botanicals
After a day’s safari, let our therapists visit your private deck as the untamed sky spreads endlessly above. Select an indulgent Africa potato manicure—your hands will thank you for it.
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Between fig trees and vibrant floodplains, be ideally positioned to see the big game of Moremi Game Reserve
The inviting tented rooms at Khwai River Lodge feature panoramic private decks. They’re the perfect theatre from which to enjoy the drama of the wild. After a day spent in the savannah, unwind in the tranquil pool or share stories by the fire. Want a massage on your private deck? All you have to do is ask.
Let's Africa Together
On-foot adventure
Get up close and personal with the fascinating landscape on a Khwai River walk. Spot and identify animal tracks with our bush concierge and see colourful insects in vivid detail.
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On-foot adventure
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Huddle with hippos
Sip on delicious cocktails made with Okavango Gin as the sun sets over a hippo pool. See the majestic animals splash happily as the sun casts an orange glow over the landscape.
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Huddle with hippos
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Evening encounters
As the crystal-clear skies fill with stars, embark on an evening game drive by the river. Using a telescope, focus in on constellations such as the Southern Cross. Then, observe nocturnal animals and wildlife as the temperatures cool.
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Evening encounters
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Let's Botswana
Let's run wild
Let's be blissful
Let's taste the untamed
Let's horseback adventure
Let's Safari
The History
Khwai River Lodge holds a special place in Botswana’s history. Opened in 1971 by Harry Selby, it was one of the first lodges to promote safaris with a conservation ethos. Its proximity to the Delta floodplains also led Selby to build the ‘bridge over the river Khwai’. Today this serves as the famous North Gate entrance into the Reserve
One of three unforgettable adventures
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Eagle Island Lodge
In the heart of UNESCO wetlands, this newly renovated lodge offers boutique tents and thrilling helicopter safaris.
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Savute Elephant Lodge
Unpredictable wet and dry cycles create a dynamic landscape alive with a vibrant, raw energy—and wildlife to match.
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Khwai River Lodge
Sitting in a carefully protected zone, animals roam free in this dramatic region of the Moremi Reserve.
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Wining and Dining
Dine on the Wild Side
Be it under indigo African skies or in our covered dining area, take part in an unforgettable dining experience. A buffet of African specialities and local choir is shared at Mothupi’s Boma. Alternatively, private deck dining is available on request.
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The Spa
Sensory experiences inspired by nature
Khwai River Lodge
Our Africa Itineraries
Splendours of Africa
11 nights
Experience the splendours of Africa; a luxurious stay at Mount Nelson, a journey on the legendary Rovos Rail, and the untamed romance of Belmond Safaris.
Two Worlds Collide
11 nights
Embark on a journey that contrasts the dramatic, beautiful deserts of Namibia with the lush bush-life of Belmond Safaris in Botswana.
Ultimate Africa
22 nights
Why leave your heart wanting more? From exciting city life to adventurous wilderness and calming turquoise beaches, explore all that makes Southern Africa special.
Best of Both
7 nights
Marvel at the teeming wildlife and majestic scenery of Botswana on a Belmond Safari before being captured by the spellbinding drama of the Victoria Falls.
Botswana At Its Best
4 or 6 nights
Experience extreme diversity as you explore the waterways of the Delta at Eagle Island Lodge. View Africa’s Big Game in the forested Khwai River Lodge. Listen to the rumble of elephants through Savute Elephant Lodge.
Romancing the Senses
7 nights
Combine an action-packed stay at a Belmond safari lodge in Botswana with an indulgent beach break on a journey perfect for honeymooners or families.
Journey to the Heart of Africa
10 nights
Discover the joie de vivre of Johannesburg. Experience the thrills of Belmond Safaris. Be part of the vibrant, cosmopolitan city of Cape Town at Mount Nelson.
Safari Trilogy
10 nights
Stay at any Belmond Safari and explore the Okavango Delta in Botswana, a vibrant wetland and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Witness the majestic feline colonies of the Sabi Sand, and learn about rhino conservation among the rugged landscape of the Kalahari Desert.
Whales & Wine
7 nights
After a luxury stay at Mount Nelson, sample award-winning vintages in the famous Winelands region. Then head to coastal Hermanus, where the seasonal whales make their annual visit.
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