Mogotlho Safari Lodge emanates the essence of Africa and an intimate safari experience in the heart of Botswana. This safari pearl, surrounded by Chobe National Park and Moremi Game Reserve, is a choice for the conscious safari enthusiast. The luxury tented camp is built off-grid, seamlessly blending into African nature on the banks of the Khwai River. Guests can immerse themselves into an African safari experience guided and hosted by Mogotlho’s passionate team made up of residents from nearby villages.
Each of the 13 spacious and luxurious tents, has been intimately placed to ensure unspoiled panoramic views of the African bush, with a touch of class and plenty of privacy. With each tent having a unique view of the river, a life source and watering hole for wildlife, you will have ample opportunity to observe our African wildlife and ever-changing landscape from the privacy of your balcony.
Your Experience
Sunrise and sunset offer safari explorations of our private concession in a classic style safari vehicle. For a experience truly connected to nature, we invite you to embark on a walking safari – following in the footsteps of our experienced professional guides. One may even take to the Khwai River itself atop a traditional Botswana Mokoro – floating beside the African wild wonders. This is especially tempting if you are a keen birder – the riverine habitat is a haven for birds.
Simply relaxing by the pool or observing the river and its wildlife from the deck is accepting our invitation for relaxation. To fulfill your cultural curiosity and understanding, a village experience may be arranged – educating guests about local life, human-wildlife co-existence as well as the community projects linked to the lodge. With the vision to pioneer new ways of developing tourism, conservation and sustainable community upliftment, such engagement from guests is an important part of our conscious ethos.
Reconnect, relax and rejuvenate at our eco-lodge nestled beside the Khwai – returning to our roots intertwined with nature.
A large area dominated by Mopane forest fringing the Okavango Delta, Khwai is a safari pearl in the centre between Moremi Game Reserve and Chobe National Park. The riverine habitat is a biodiverse ecosystem, the area ample with species such as Camelthorn, Knobthorn, Appleleaf and Leadwood – great stands of forest providing shade, nutrients and residence, bursting with a rich diversity of life.
Nestled deep in the wild heart of Africa, on the meandering river of Khwai, Mogotlho Lodge is the perfect destination to indulge in both luxury and wildlife. Surrounded by an ancient Cathedral of Camelthorn trees, the area exudes tranquility steeped in wisdom of the wild.
Prices
From USD 411 per person sharing fully inclusive
SADC rates available. Please contact us to enquire.
The warm and welcoming smiles of the Bostwana people will host you throughout your stay at Mogotlho Safari Lodge. Born and raised in surrounding areas, the staff hold a deep love and respect for the Khwai area, sharing their passion and understanding of Africa with you, allowing you to take a small piece home in your heart. Providing intimate and personal service while you experience the untamed and sharing their love for Africa and their community, our team plays an integral role in your stay, interweaving the soul of the people into your African journey.
Safari Collection
Each of our Hideaways collections have been designed to deliver an extraordinary safari experience, in close proximity to Africa’s spectacular wildlife and pristine wilderness, whilst ensuring the conservation of these unique conservation areas.
With over 30 years of travel experience, unprecedented hospitality and the finest bespoke eco-offering, we ensure that our guests experience the best of Southern Africa in absolute comfort and style.
Botswana is a well-known safari haven. Set in the heart of a 50 000-ha private concession bordering the Okavango Delta and Moremi Game Reserve, Mogotlho Safari Lodge delivers exceptional, uninterrupted opportunities to observe a range of wildlife, including the rare ‘Painted Dog’, herds of buffalo, lion, elephant, zebra, wildebeest, and many more. Owing to the abundance of water in the area, birdlife is unique and phenomenal.
Named after the iconic Camelthorn tree, and tucked away under their shady branches, Mogotlho Safari Lodge is situated along the banks of the Khwai River near to the remote village of Mababe – a mere stone’s throw from the southern tip of the world-renown Chobe National Park – a busy wildlife corridor.
Each of the 13 spacious and luxury eco tents have been intimately placed to ensure unspoiled panoramic views of the African bush and privacy, with a touch of class. Sit back on your private deck overlooking the river – or relax in our king size beds, after a day filled with exclusive wildlife and nature experiences.
Take a moment of reprieve in the spacious lounge, cool off in the sparkling pool, or sip a sundowner on the main \ deck – while watching elephants enjoy one too. Mogotlho Safari Lodge is the unique and hidden destination to unwind and experience Botswana at its finest.
King size beds (cots on request) in spacious luxuries tented chalents
Experience daily African wildlife encounters with nature in a classic safari vehicle through the eyes and knowledge of our passionate guides. Departure times occur in the cooler hours of the early mornings or afternoons, a favourite for guests and wildlife itself. Our Mogotlho guides are excited to share their knowledge of the bush with you and provide a game viewing experience of the highest quality.
NIGHT SAFARIS
Night safaris are an invitation to the mysterious nocturnal wildlife. Exploring the wilderness provides a unique opportunity to discover the unusual and secretive nocturnal members of the animal kingdom. A two-hour drive offers the chance to see a different world of nocturnal species including owls and a variety of diurnally elusive predators.
BUSH WALKS
Walking in the footsteps of our safari guides along the banks of the Khwai River provides you with an opportunity to learn more about the indigenous flora and traditional medicinal uses of plants, getting up close and personal with nature. A bush walk is a sensory experience, spending time observing, listening, learning and reconnecting to the African animal kingdom. Our guides will highlight the various facets of the ecosystem, as well as impart their tracking knowledge, sharing the rich history of Botswana.
FULL-DAY SAFARIS
Safari aficionados and bush lovers, will experience full-day safari excursion into the Moremi Game Reserve and the surrounding Khwai safari area. Exploring the waterways of the Okavango Delta in a mokoro and game viewing from water level is a surreal and exhilarating experience which can also be arranged with this daytrip.
CULTURAL EXPERIENCES
Mogotlho Lodge celebrates and supports local culture and history and is proud to be in partnership with the community from Mababe. Be courageous and learn more about the co-existence of wildlife and humans in this African landscape and the evolvement over centuries during these educational experiences.
CANDLELIGHT BUSH DINNERS
Dining under the African sky is a feast for the senses. To round off a perfect day in the African bush, you will indulge in a bush dinner by candlelight – this is an Out of Africa experience in an exquisite location that is guaranteed to leave a lasting impression, in flavour and event.