Khwai River Lodge

pin_drop Khwai River, Botswana

Animal magic meets old-world indulgence

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About The Hotel

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. Hotel's indulgent tented rooms are built for game spotting. Spy wildebeest from the elevated private deck, or swing in a hammock as zebra and elephants saunter past.

INTERNET

Public areas: free
In room: free

CHILDREN POLICY

Children of 8 years and older are welcome. However, children aged 8–12 years must share accommodation with an adult and the family must arrange private game activities (at extra cost)

CHECK-IN / CHECK-OUT

Check-in: 3 pm
Check-out: noon

TRANSPORTATION AND TRANSFERS

Subject to supplement

ROOMS

15 tented chalets

PARKING

Parking options available

PETS

Pets are not allowed.

SPA AND LEISURE

outdoor pool
spa

FOOD&DRINK

restaurant
bar

GENERAL

room service
free wifi
non-smoking rooms

Sustainable Initiatives

Animal rescue

The hotel has joined forces with Wild Entrust Africa to help mitigate the lethal conflict between predators and people in Northern Botswana. With the help of this partnership, six camera traps will assist the project’s ground-breaking scent-mark research, which keeps predators away from livestock and safely inside protected wildlife areas. Hotel's guests can visit the Wild Dog Research camp and listen to a Botswana Predator Conservation Programme researcher talk about their fascinating and invaluable work.

Environmental and Social Responsibility

Belmond makes a positive contribution to the many destinations and is also strongly aware of responsibility towards natural resources and the environment, especially at locations close to World Heritage Sites. All hotels, trains and river cruises run initiatives to support the places and people that surround them. As part of “Think Global, Act Local” approach all Belmond hotels are purchasing as much food as possible from sustainable sources, supporting educational programmes and are following sustainable practices to reduce the impact of hotel operations on the environment esuring energy efficiency. Among many initiatives, the food and beverage operations of the majority of Belmond’s hotels, trains and river cruises are assessed by the UK-based Sustainable Restaurant Association. Belmond is the first global luxury hospitality brand to have undertaken this ongoing third party testing. In 2021 Belmond began certification process with EarthCheck for all properties including restaurants, cruises and trains.

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Sustainable Initiatives

Travel Sustainable Measures

Water-efficient toilets
Water-efficient showers
Option to opt out of daily room cleaning
Option to reuse towels

Recycling bins available to guests and waste is recycled
The property makes efforts to reduce food waste
Water cooler/dispenser
Single-use plastic stirrers not used
Single-use plastic straws not used
Single-use plastic bottles not used
Single-use plastic cups not used
Single-use plastic cutlery/plates not used

Green spaces like (rooftop) gardens at the property
Most food provided is organic

Most lighting throughout property uses energy-efficient LED bulbs
100% renewable electricity used throughout
Most food provided at the property is locally sourced
Offsets a portion of their carbon footprint

Invests a percentage of revenue back into community projects or sustainability projects
Provide guests with info about local ecosystems, history, culture, and visitor etiquette
Tours and activities organized by local guides and businesses
Local artists are offered a platform to display their talents