Khwai River Lodge, A Belmond Safari, Botswana

Belmond Khwai River Lodge is located in the Moremi Reserve, at the heart of the Okavango Delta. It was the first wildlife area to be set aside by tribal people rather than colonial powers.

Although the only statutorily protected part of the Okavango Delta, it is surrounded by a carefully controlled buffer zone. This allows free movement of animals according to seasonal migration. Extending north and east to join Chobe National Park, it is a wildlife haven that stretches all the way to Kasane.

Private decks with easy chairs and hammocks provide panoramic views. Inside the rooms you’ll find a netted four-poster bed, an elegant bathroom, a stocked mini bar and discreet air conditioning. Tucked away from the main rooms, the private suite offers a more secluded, romantic experience. The large deck includes a heated splash pool with full views of the reserve. An open-air bathroom, complete with double showers and copper-framed Victorian bath, brings you closer to nature.

Traditionally a meeting place for senior tribesmen, Boma Restaurant is the place where local dishes would be served during their warm-hearted get-togethers. Recreate the experience with your fellow guests while marveling at the inspiring vistas of the African night sky.