Jao Reserve has reopened Kwetsani Camp in Botswana’s Okavango Delta following a full rebuild, bringing a refreshed product to market while retaining the camp’s original scale and positioning. The reopening adds momentum to Delta inventory at a time when demand for high-end safari experiences remains strong.
The rebuilt camp is now welcoming guests, with early feedback reported as positive and a series of trade-facing offers in place for 2026 and 2027 travel.
Rebuild retains intimacy while upgrading guest experience
Kwetsani Camp has been redeveloped as an intimate safari property with five elevated tented suites and one family suite, maintaining its boutique footprint while enhancing comfort and privacy.
Set on a palm island and raised above the floodplains, the camp is designed to maximise views across the Delta, with private decks and shared spaces including a boma, lounge, dining area, pool and fire pit.
The rebuild follows 26 years of operation, with the Kays family overseeing both the original camp and its redevelopment.
Dual land and water safaris strengthen product appeal
The camp’s location near Hunda Island positions it as a year-round safari option, combining land-based game drives with seasonal water activities such as mokoro excursions and boating.
This dual-access model is a key selling point for agents, offering varied wildlife experiences from a single base in the Delta.
Trade offers support early bookings
To support the relaunch, Jao Reserve has introduced a series of offers aimed at driving early uptake.
A “stay three, pay two” reopening special is available for travel until 5 January 2027, while a Delta Duo package offers a complimentary night when combining Kwetsani with Tubu Tree Camp for 2027 travel.
Rates start from US$1,760 per person per night in 2026 and US$1,900 in 2027.
The reopening gives the trade a refreshed, well-positioned Delta product with strong packaging potential, particularly for clients seeking a mix of land and water-based safari experiences in a single itinerary.
