Where the Kwando Story Began

Discover the original Kwando safari experience at Lagoon Camp, where authentic wildlife encounters meet the timeless beauty of the African wilderness. Begin your day tracking a pack of African wild dogs as they pursue their prey, then end it with a leisurely cruise along the river aboard the double-decker boat as the sun sinks below the horizon.

Lagoon Camp Highlights

• Witness impressive concentrations of elephants in their natural habitat
• Explore the waterways of the Kwando River by boat
• Raise a glass to spectacular African sunsets from the water
• Enjoy exceptional wildlife viewing in one of northern Botswana’s most productive wilderness areas

Activities

Every safari experience is led by Kwando’s expert guide and tracker teams, with departure times and durations adapted to seasonal conditions, wildlife activity and guest interests.

• Off-road tracking
• Day game drives
• Night drives
• Boating safaris
• Fishing
• Helicopter safaris.

The Camp

Set beside the peaceful Kwando River and surrounded by abundant wildlife, Lagoon Camp offers numerous vantage points from which to appreciate the natural world. Its riverside position places guests right in the centre of the action while providing plenty of quiet spaces to relax and observe.

Facilities

• Spacious open-sided dining, lounge and bar areas beneath thatched roofs
• Elevated library
• Riverfront firepit
• Raised viewing deck overlooking the Kwando River
• Romantic swing with scenic river views
• Swimming pool
• Safari shop
• Complimentary laundry service
• Solar-powered operation with generator backup
• Limited Wi-Fi connectivity.

Accommodation

The suites are tucked into an ancient riverine forest overlooking the wilderness of Namibia’s Zambezi Region. With the constant sounds of the wild around them, guests may hear the deep calls and grunts of hippos throughout the year.

The camp offers eight Tented Suites and one Family Suite, each featuring:

• Private viewing deck with outdoor seating and views towards the waterhole
• Spacious lounge with armchairs and ceiling fan
• Tea and coffee facilities
• International charging points
• Writing desk
• En-suite bathroom
• Flushing toilet and double vanity
• Traditional ball-and-claw bathtub
• Indoor and outdoor showers
• Gowns
• Hot and cold running water.

Location

Lagoon Camp lies within the Kwando-Chobe River System in northern Botswana, one of the world’s great private wildlife areas. The Kwando Private Concession encompasses approximately 232,000 hectares (573,300 acres) of pristine wilderness.

Lagoon airstrip is around a 15-minute drive from camp, with light-aircraft flights taking approximately 50 minutes from either Maun or Kasane.

For an extended safari adventure, Lagoon and Lebala camps can be combined with a complimentary vehicle transfer. The approximately three-hour journey passes through spectacular, wildlife-rich landscapes, adding another memorable dimension to the experience.