Desert & Delta Safaris, a subsidiary of Chobe Holdings Limited has partnered with Savanna Expeditions to uplift one of Botswana’s first exclusive photographic safari lodges, the former Khwai River Lodge – to be named Sediba Sa Rona (meaning “Our Source of Water”) and to open its doors for operation March 16, 2026
The eco-operator has revealed that the name also highlights a commitment to sustainable development with a conscious rebuild that keeps to the original lodge footprint and 15-room capacity —reducing the impact and strain of additional beds built in the Okavango.
“For guests, it will be a sanctuary for industry-leading safari journeys. For Botswana, it will be a fresh source that initiates positive, widespread ripple effects. Come, the beginning of this exciting new chapter will be marked by open doors and a breath of new life for the Khwai Concession. Fully operated by Desert & Delta Safaris, Sediba Sa Rona will uphold the renowned standard of excellence consistent throughout the company’s collection of lodges and team of staff.”
Sediba Sa Rona is primed to be one of the most spectacular properties in the entire Khwai region, a destination best described by Desert & Delta Safaris as the meeting point of iconic ecosystems. Positioned between the Okavango Delta’s eastern fan and bordering Moremi Game Reserve, the Khwai Concession is a vital ecological hub. With a rich landscape of floodplains, rivers, savannahs, and woodlands, it serves as a key wildlife corridor where guests can witness some of the best of Botswana’s game viewing.
Desert & Delta Safaris’ reputation of exceptional safari journeys that masterfully blend sustainable luxury, soulful service, and epic adventure will take on new life with the opening of Sediba Sa Rona. The design of the lodge will reflect this consistent standard. Expect a masterpiece of modern finishes, natural materials, and striking special features.
With just 15 Luxury Tents, one of which is a two-bedroom Luxury Family Tent, Sediba Sa Rona will prioritise privacy and peace. All suites will have en-suite bathrooms and outdoor decks overlooking the Khwai River and the birds and wildlife attracted to it. The main areas will comprise a swimming pool, open-air fire deck, elevated viewing platforms, a bar, a spa and various al fresco dining spaces, where meals will be served in a communal setting or enjoyed privately upon request. Expansive views will be central to a consistent connection with nature.
Elephants, buffalos, big cats (including leopards, lions and cheetahs), wild dogs, hippos, plains game and an incredible abundance of birds frequent this region, and guests will have every opportunity for memorable sightings. Inclusive activities at Sediba Sa Rona include twice-daily game drives plus optional night drives. Seasonal mokoro (traditional dugout canoe) excursions will cover the Khwai River, and bird watching is unmissable for avid and novice birders alike. Those curious about the concession’s famed neighbour, Moremi Game Reserve, have the option of a requested day trip. Additional scenic helicopter flights will have guests gliding above the Khwai Concession to witness the lacelike canopies, winding waterways and larger-than life game from an aerial perspective.
These doors-off flights are a must for keen photographers. (Surcharges apply). Adding to the excitement, Desert & Delta Safaris offers specialist guiding services for added exclusivity and has launched a new collection of customisable itineraries for specialist safari travel called Epic Experiences. From surreal overnight adventures like The Ultimate Makgadikgadi Pans Adventure and the Tsodilo Hills Sleep-Out Camp to the Best of Botswana’s Birding and Okavango Delta Tiger Fishing, Epic Experiences are nothing short of transformational and can be added to any Botswana safari.
