Lagoon Camp

The river system around Lagoon Camp is a maze of ox bow lakes, fossil riverbeds, reedbeds and riverine forests. There is excellent birding in the Kwando area, as well as a wide variety of game including lion, large herds of buffalo, red lechwe, spotted hyena, and wild dog. Lagoon is famous for wild dog viewing as the dogs have denned near the camp for many years. There are also crocodile and large pods of hippo in front of the lodge. Among the great variety of antelope species found at Kwando Lagoon, the endangered Sable and Roan are often seen. Seasonally, large herds of elephant drink almost daily at the river bank in front of the camp. Playful spotted necked otters are often seen swimming in the lagoon in front of the tents. The specially designed double-decker barge navigates the shallows and ox bows of the Kwando River all year round. The strong current in the river enables the barge to float silently down the river and guests can experience the peace and quiet of this remote wilderness. On a clear day guests can observe hippo walking under the crystal clear water. Fishing is a specialty at Lagoon and guests will have an opportunity to catch Tiger Fish, Bream, Catfish and Pike. Game walks are on offer, but are at the guides' discretion due to the concentrations of elephant found at Lagoon.