Khwai Concession is a community-run wildlife reserve located in the northeastern region of the Okavango Delta in Botswana. It is named after the Khwai River, which runs through the concession and serves as a lifeline for many wildlife species.
The concession covers an area of over 1,800 square kilometers and is home to a diverse array of wildlife, including elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, hyenas, wild dogs, giraffes, zebras, and over 400 species of birds. Visitors can enjoy a variety of activities, such as game drives, guided bush walks, bird watching, and mokoro (dugout canoe) trips.
The Khwai Concession is managed by the Khwai Development Trust, which is composed of local villagers from the Khwai community. The trust uses a conservation model that combines sustainable tourism with community development, with the goal of protecting wildlife while also creating jobs and economic opportunities for the local population. The trust also supports education, healthcare, and other social services in the community.
Visitors to the Khwai Concession can stay in a variety of accommodations, from luxury lodges to rustic campsites. The area is accessible by road or air, with the nearest airport located in Maun, about 100 kilometers to the south.