Meno a Kwena Camp

Perched high above the Boteti River, Meno a Kwena offers a safari experience where the wilderness comes to you. From its unique clifftop location, guests enjoy front-row views of elephants, zebra, wildebeest, and more — all without leaving the comfort of camp.

Where Comfort Meets the Wild

Just under two hours by road from Maun, Meno a Kwena is ideal for families, groups, or first-time safari travellers seeking something a little different. This is not a place of private butlers or gold-plated luxury. Instead, the camp offers authentic charm, thoughtful simplicity, and one of the best natural theatres in Botswana.

Each of the ten canvas tents is positioned to make the most of the views. Expect classically styled interiors with locally woven fabrics, colonial touches, and vibrant accents. All tents are ensuite, and two family units offer interleading rooms – one with three beds, the other with two – designed with children in mind.

A Front-Row Seat to Nature

At Meno a Kwena, the safari never really stops. Wildlife comes to the river below camp throughout the day, offering spectacular sightings right from your veranda or the lounge. The camp’s signature floating photographic hide gives guests a water-level view just metres from drinking animals — a dream for photographers and naturalists alike. With comfortable seating, a bar, and picnic facilities, the hide is perfect for long, quiet observation.

Activities to Explore

While you could spend your entire stay watching the river below, there’s plenty more to discover beyond the camp:

• Guided walks with San bushmen offer insight into traditional knowledge and desert survival

• Game drives take you in search of desert-adapted species such as springbok, oryx, and the elusive brown hyena

• Day trips to the Makgadikgadi Pans reveal surreal salt flats and wide, open horizons

• Seasonal boat trips offer a different perspective of the Boteti River

• Birdwatchers will find a rich mix of bush, desert, and waterbird species — from Verreaux’s eagle-owl to flocks of flamingos

• A Natural Spectacle: The Zebra Migration

One of the most extraordinary features of Meno a Kwena is its position along the path of Africa’s second-largest zebra migration. Each year, over 30,000 zebra and wildebeest travel from the Makgadikgadi salt pans to the Boteti River, followed closely by predators including lion, leopard, cheetah, and wild dog. It’s a powerful, dramatic event — and you’re perfectly placed to witness it.

Meaningful Travel

By choosing Meno a Kwena, you’re helping to support ongoing conservation initiatives and community projects in Moreamaoto Village, just across the river. The camp is actively involved in programs that mitigate human-wildlife conflict and promote sustainable tourism practices.

The Heart of the Experience

In the main lounge and dining tents, guests will find shelves of books, antique artefacts, and a carved crocodile sculpture — a nod to the camp’s name, which translates as "teeth of the crocodile." Outside, a naturally sculpted rock pool provides a welcome place to cool off, with uninterrupted views of the animals drinking below.

This is not a safari you’ll soon forget. At Meno a Kwena, the game viewing is effortless, the atmosphere is unpretentious, and the connection to nature is immediate and unforgettable.

Meno a Kwena – Where the Wild Comes to You

For those who seek authenticity over opulence, and discovery over luxury, Meno a Kwena offers an unparalleled gateway into Botswana’s wilderness — simple, soulful, and spectacular.