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Deception Valley Lodge | Kwando
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Deception Valley Lodge
Private Conservancy - bordering Central
Kalahari Game Reserve
Deception
Valley Lodge is situated in a private concession bordering the
Central Kalahari Game Reserve, approximately 120 kilometres south
of Maun. This luxury lodge provides a rare type of bush experience
in one of Africa's most remote semi-desert areas. Accommodation
consists of five thatched chalets, each with bedroom, lounge and
Victorian style bathroom with claw footbath and outside shower.
The bedrooms have twin beds and are equipped with overhead fan
and mosquito net. From the deck of your chalet the vastness of
the Kalahari stretches for miles in front to you
The
main lodge, which houses a separate lounge, dining room and bar,
has an ethnic African theme and blends into the surrounding bush.
A pool and sun deck provide for relaxation and cooling down during
midday hours and hot evenings. A unique and unusual experience
awaits the guest at Deception Valley Lodge. Take to the bush on
foot with San (Bushmen) guides and awaken your sense by closely
observing, smelling and tasting the African bush. Learn more about
the hunting, survival skills and crafts of one of Africa's oldest
cultures
On afternoon and night drives guests may expect
to see a variety of wildlife including lion, cheetah, leopard,
giraffe, kudu and on occasion the evasive brown hyena. Night drives
in particular will reveal a fascinating world of nocturnal species.
Bird life is prolific as this region alone has hundreds of species
ranging from small finches to large vultures. Guests staying three
nights at Deception Valley Lodge may opt to go on a full day Central
Kalahari Game Reserve excursion (at additional cost)
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Kwando Safaris
KWARA CAMP - Kwara Concession - Permanent
Okavango Delta
Kwara
Camp is located in the heart of a large concession of 1750 sq
km on the northern boundary of the world famous Moremi Game Reserve
On a large island hidden under massive trees are eight specially
designed safari tents on teak decks. Each tent with its en suite
facilities has a view over the floodplains of the Delta. The guest
areas consist of lounge, bar, dining area, small gift shop and
plunge pool.
The
attraction of Kwara is its range of activities in an area of intricate
channels, rivers, lagoons, dramatic palm-fringed islands, reed
beds, floating grasses and papyrus that form a natural wilderness
like no other Year round powerboat trips due to the presence of
permanent water. Mekoro excursions for which the Okavango Delta
is famous are also a year round activity. Water experiences combined
with the ability to drive both off-road and at night add to the
uniqueness of Kwara. Experience the peace and tranquillity of
gliding silently through the Delta waters in the early morning
and feel the pulse and excitement of a lion hunt at night. Whilst
on an island walk with an armed guide you will learn about their
deep beliefs and knowledge of the intricacies of nature. The birds
of the Delta are both colourful and melodious and the guides will
reveal them to you from close range. Godikwe Lagoon is one of
the largest bird breeding colonies in Botswana. From September
to December thousands of birds and their young may be viewed in
their nesting grounds from Kwara' s double decker pontoon boat.
Fishing for bream, catfish and pike is excellent.
The staff at Kwara Camp subscribe to Kwando Safaris'
core values of delivering a personal service in an intimate camp
within a stunning private concession area offering a host of activities.
KWANDO LEBALA CAMP - big game Kwando Concession
Lebala
- in the Setswana language means wide-open spaces. Situated in
the southern part the 232,00 hectare private Kwando concession
Lebala Camp is sited on a peninsula of land jutting into the Linyanti
marshes that surround the camp. The Kwando River disperses into
the marshes which is a permanent patchwork of reed beds, wetlands,
palm covered islands and open plains
Eight spacious tents are built on raised teak decks
designed to offer expansive views over the surrounding plains
while affording guests privacy. The tents have an entrance area
with closets, a separate bedroom and a spacious bathroom with
his and hers basin, classic Victoria ball and claw bathtub and
a reed enclosed outdoor shower for those who enjoy the night stars
The thatched guest areas consist of a north facing
lounge with large roof overhang, dining area, bar and plunge pool.
Game viewing from the comfort of the camp itself has often proved
a rewarding experience as the elephant herds move past the camp
to their feeding and drinking places. The combination of the Linyanti
marshes, seasonal flood plains, savannah and wooded Mopane scrub
makes an ideal assortment of eco-systems for excellent game viewing.
Species such as Lechwe, impala, kudu, zebra, blue wildebeest,
hippo, giraffe, tsessebe, roan, sable, buffalo and elephant are
regularly sighted. These species in turn attract ever-attendant
predators including the endangered wild dog
Game drives are in open vehicles that drive off
road. Nighttime sightings of mammal behaviour are a highlight
at Lebala with its high visibility plains. The nocturnal birds
witness many of the dramas played out under cover of darkness
in scenes straight from the script of a wildlife video. This is
the reason that many wildlife filmmakers and photographers have
spent time at Kwando. For those guests searching for a true wilderness
experience the intimate design of the camp, combined with the
private concession, personal service and a flexible approach Lebala
is a must
KWANDO LAGOON CAMP - big game Kwando Concession
Located
in the 232,000-hectare private Kwando concession that is fronted
by more than 80 km of the Kwando River, which divides northwestern
Botswana from the Caprivi Strip. Lagoon Camp lies on the shady
banks of a permanent lagoon formed by the meandering Kwando River
among tall and ancient Africa Ebony and Marula trees
With only six safari tents Lagoon Camp has the charm
that only a small camp can possess. Each purpose designed tent
comprises an entrance area, large bedroom with extra long three
quarter beds, en suite reed enclosed facilities with his and hers
basins, flush loo and outside shower. The tents overlook the water
of the Lagoon
Lagoon Camp is designed to have it' s own unique
character and charm and is not part of a formula approach. The
lounge, bar and dining area is under thatch and nearby there is
a small plunge pool
Activities concentrate on open vehicle game drives and boat cruises
on the river. Walks are on offer but at the guide' s discretion
due to the concentrations of elephant. Lagoon Camp offers off
road and night drives so essential for the real African experience.
The purpose built camp boat floats noiselessly in the current
of the Kwando River while you can spot game from the upper deck.
Stop for a spot of fishing in the river or its numerous lagoons
and catch the fighting tiger fish, bream, catfish and pike. The
Kwando concession offers exclusive access to one of the most remote
and unexplored wildlife strongholds left in Botswana.
The area incorporates part of the Linyanti wetlands,
huge tracts of Mopane forest and vast open plains. This variety
of natural habitat makes Kwando unique, drawing wildlife and bird
life in abundance as herds of elephant and buffalo roam the plains
adjoining the Kwando River, whilst lion, leopard, cheetah, wild
dog and sable are frequently sighted. For the sixth consecutive
year wild dogs have denned near Lagoon camp thus providing guests
with excellent sightings
SONGWE VILLAGE - The best of Victoria Falls
from Zambia
In
addition to our renowned Botswana safari camps, Kwando Safaris
is delighted to offer Victoria Falls as part of its exclusive
Southern African circuit.
The region has recently been described as the adventure capital
of the world, affording our guests the opportunity to enjoy all
this and more from the tranquil and exclusive domain of beautiful
Songwe Village in Zambia. Of course you can slow the pace and
enjoy a plethora of more genteel activities if riding the wild
river doesn't appeal!
This stunning property is perched 120 metres or nearly 400 feet
above the Zambezi Gorge, just a short drive from the Falls. Here
you’ll stay in spacious, comfortable thatched huts, built
in the traditional style. Each one of the eight huts has a flushing
toilet and amenities with commanding views of the gorge below.
The Songwe experience can be anything you want it to be. You
might simply choose to take a walk along the gorge and take in
the incredible scenes, or pack a picnic lunch and watch the world
go idly by from the banks of the Upper Zambezi. As well as offering
the big adventure experiences, from white water rafting to bungee
jumping or even a microlight flight over the Falls, Songwe is
about people and culture, set in an intimate and beautiful location.
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Islands in Africa
IMPALILA ISLAND LODGE
Impalila
Island Lodge is a 16-bedded luxury lodge with much to offer discerning
clients. Our island is situated at the confluence of the Chobe
and Zambezi rivers at the place where 4 countries meet - from
the air an amazing mosaic of waterways, floodplains and bushveld
- on the ground exceptional birdlife, game viewing and assorted
vegetation - and in the waters outstanding fishing opportunities.
Impalila is also the most secluded and remote of the Chobe destinations
but close enough to offer guests the very best of the Chobe river
– that is game viewing by boat.
At
Impalila Island Lodge we believe that guests should be able to
choose how they spend their leisure time. Apart from our luxurious
accommodation and culinary delights we offer them a wide variety
of activities.............a sunset game cruise on the Chobe river,
fly-fishing the Mambova rapids for the rapacious Tigerfish or
bream, guided walks on the island including visits to cultural
villages and a 2000 year-old baobab from where the meeting of
all 4 countries and 2 rivers can be witnessed, mokoro (dugout
canoe) trips in the quiet backwaters, or just pampered relaxation
while lazing by the pool.
SUSUWE ISLAND LODGE
Susuwe
Island Lodge offers visitors the opportunity to experience closely
a wild and untouched island of Africa. Situated in north-eastern
Namibia, our island is in the remote Kwando River - a permanent
water source which nourishes delicate ecosystems and sustains
varied game and birdlife.
Relaxation, privacy and comfort are paramount here.
Susuwe Island Lodge is built to incorporate the riverine forest
- the main complex has lofty canopy viewing decks overlooking
endless savannahs, glistening lily-studded wetlands and ancient
Kalahari woodlands, as well as a firepit, spacious lounge and
dining areas, curio shop and small reference library.
Six spacious brick and thatch suites equipped with double bathroom,
bedroom, lounge and wooden viewing deck each with private plunge
pool offer our visitors the opportunity to merge unhurriedly with
Africa's timeless evolution of hazy days and star-studded nights.
Mosquito nets, overhead fans and hairdryers as well as generated
electricity are provided.
At Susuwe game drives in open 4 x 4 vehicles in the Bwabwata
National Park.
Game sightings in this cradle of rivers could include vast herds
of roaming elephant and buffalo, lion, hippo, leopard, sable,
roan, lechwe and puku for example. Night drives at Susuwe offer
an even closer insight into the intrigue of the African bush.
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Xaxanaka Camp
XAKANAXA CAMP - Moremi Game Reserve - Permanent
Okavango Delta
Big
lagoons and big game, a land and water experience in the Okavango
Delta. Set in the heart of the Moremi Game Reserve, which is rated
as being one of the finest game viewing areas in Africa, Xakanaxa
Camp has one of the best locations in Botswana.
Accommodation is in twelve tents. Each tent is tastefully
furnished with twin or double beds and en-suite facilities with
shower, hand basin and w.c. The tents are situated on the edge
of the lagoon and from their private viewing deck, with comfortable
loungers, one looks onto the reeded fringes at the waters edge.
The
camp, with its eclectic mix of furnishings from all over Africa,
has a dining room, lounge/bar area, fire deck and plunge pool
all slightly raised on wooden platforms with spectacular views
over the lagoon. The reception area boasts a curio shop. At night
the camp looks stunning as it is lit by dozens of paraffin lamps
and candles.
The game drives in this sector of Moremi take one
down winding tracks, through Mopane forests and across lush grasslands.
The waterways are either forded by vehicles or crossed on rustic
log bridges.
The camp faces out over the Xakanaxa Lagoon on the
Khwai River, where boat and mokoro (dug-out canoe) trips explore
the sinuous channels and floodplains of the Delta, one of Africa'
s greatest natural wonders. Birding in the area is excellent,
especially in the spring and summer months when the migrants are
breeding. To the north are the world famous heronries, which attract
large numbers of breeding storks and herons
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Camps summary table
| Camps
|
Rooms
|
Pool |
Game drive
|
Boat
Cruise |
Mekoro
Trips |
Walks |
Fishing
|
Country
|
| Songwe
Village |
8 |
N |
Y |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Zambia |
| Impalila
Island |
8 |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Namibia |
| Susuwe
|
6 |
6Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Namibia |
| Lagoon
|
6 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Botswana |
| Lebala
|
8 |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
Y |
N |
Botswana |
| Kwara
|
8 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Botswana |
| Xaxanaka
|
12 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
Botswana |
| Deception
Valley Lodge |
8 |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
Y |
N |
Botswana |
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