Kwando Safaris

The majority of the staff are citizens of Botswana, and the company is committed to recruiting from local communities whenever possible. Kwando supports various grassroots initiatives and charitable trusts, including the Lady Khama Charitable Trust and Mummy’s Angels, which works to empower mothers of newborn babies.

The Kwando ethos is rooted in traditional safari, where remote wild settings and warm hospitality take precedence. The camps are extremely comfortable, delivering the full Botswana experience yet without quite reaching the luxury heights of Singita or Wilderness. That said, Kwando pricing is moderate by comparison, making the properties a more affordable high-end option. Kwando camps encourage a ‘digital detox’, so be prepared to disconnect and switch off your devices!

There’s an exceptionally high level of guiding, and game drives are accompanied by both a professional wildlife guide and a tracker. There’s also a fully flexible approach to safari, so guests are never restricted by rigid schedules and mealtimes. Kwando is an excellent choice for photography enthusiasts, as it has a long history of guiding professional photographers and film-makers. As a truly homegrown business, Kwando really is all about Botswana. The head office is in Maun and staff are hired locally. The company is also a member of the Pack for a Purpose initiative and can advise guests on any useful items to bring as aid donations for the Mummy’s Angels project.