Moremi Reserve is situated at the heart of the Okavango Delta and was the first wildlife area to be set aside by tribal people rather than colonial powers. In the early 1960's a Maun resident, Robert Kay, initiated the movement for a game reserve in the Delta. After correspondence with the Game Officer of Bechuanaland protectorate, the Fauna Preservation Society in London, and a meeting with the Batawana tribe, the Fauna Conservation Society of Ngamiland was formed in 1962.

In 1963 the Batawana Tribal Administration approved setting up a reserve in the Khwai/Mogohelo area. At the same time a press appeal was launched in London in conjunction with the World Wildlife Fund and attended by Chief Designate Letsholathebe Moremi with the reserve later being named after him - "Moremi Wildlife Reserve". 1964 saw the start of the reserve with nine game guards, three Land Rovers and a five ton lorry. In the beginning tourism was slow, with gate receipts for 1966 totalling P785 (this is now the price that two adults with one vehicle will pay per night to stay in a Moremi public campsite).

The early 1970's, however, saw a rapid increase in tourism with 4,500 visitors in 1971. In the late 1970's the Department of Wildlife and National Parks (DWNP) became responsible for management and the government for administration, enabling the government to take a share of gate revenues. The reserve was initially extended in 1976 to include Chief's Island and again in 1992 increasing the reserve from 3875 to 4871 sq. km. Although the reserve is the only statutorily protected part of the Okavango Delta, it is surrounded by a buffer zone of land, which is carefully controlled in terms of wildlife management. The reserve itself is also unfenced therefore allowing free movement of animals within the Delta according to seasonal migrations. Moremi now extends east and northwards to join Chobe National Park, ensuring a continuous area of protected land all the way to Kasane.

Accommodation
Khwai River Lodge is perfectly designed to blend into the surrounding environment. All luxury tents are housed on raised wooden platforms, offering great views, and shaded by a traditional African thatch roof.  The large private decks are furnished with easy chairs and a hammock, ideal for viewing wildlife, or for enjoying a private dinner in complete privacy. The tent interiors are luxuriously appointed with such comforts as an en suite bathroom, private fully stocked mini bar, four poster bed complete with mosquito netting, as well as a discreet air conditioning. For your convenience, in-rooms safes are now proveded for the safekeeping of all cash, travel documents and other such articles. Facilities include: Air conditioning and heating Mini bar Outside lounge, with hammock and ceiling fan Private viewing deck  Individual gas geysers 'His and hers' vanity unit in en-suite bathroom Electric heaters 110v/220v plugs for electric razors Facilities for charging video batteries 24 hour DC battery lighting in guest rooms Hair dryers In-room safes  Overhead fans Intercom system to reception Introduction Open 4x4 vehicle early morning and late afternoon game drives (when conditions are ideal for viewing the wildlife), as well as guided walks by one of our experienced team of guides.  Night game drives and star gazing presentations are also conducted after dinner. For those wishing to stay at the camp and relax, Khwai River Lodge, is equipped with a hide overlooking the Khwai floodplains, a swimming pool as well as a private   health salon (for exclusive aromatherapy massages and treatments), and a small gymnasium. Activities throughout the year would typically include morning and afternoon game drives both inside and outside the Moremi Wildlife Reserve.  The camp also offers guided walks.    However, while within the wildlife reserve, activities are restricted by reserve regulation. These activities take place on our safari viewing vehicle, designed for your comfort and safety. To find out more about exciting itineraries which include Eagle Island Camp please visit the Tailormade Itineraries section of this website. Activities include: Morning and afternoon game drives or guided walks After-dark spotlight game drives Bird-watching Game flights on request What to take on activities:  Camera and film Hat Binoculars Warm clothes (especially in winter) Sunblock and sunglasses. Services on request and subject to surcharge: Company environmental manager Private guides and vehicles, on request Specialised guides and speakers Game flights; fixed-wing and helicopter (see below) Exclusivity of the camp (subject to availability) Additional activities:  Scenic game viewing flights:  Breathtaking flights in a Cessna 206 can be arranged by camp management.  Helicopter flights:  These flights are taken in a Bell Jet Ranger and can be arranged by camp management.  Prices on request. Additional activities are available either by pre-arrangement or on arrival at the camp.