Kanana is a hidden jewel set on the Xudum River in the southwest Okavango. The area encompasses a necklace of islands dotted with palms, figs, ebony and knobthorn, and is home to a myriad of birds, plants and animals. The nature of the habitat means it is the perfect place to experience the diversity of species found within the Okavango Delta.

It is situated on a private concession that allows guided walks, mokoro (dug-out canoe) excursions and night drives in addition to game drives and motor boating (water levels permitting). For the avid bird watcher, this is an excellent area for birding with regular sightings of Pel's Fishing Owl.

At Kanana guests are accommodated in eight spacious, twin-bedded 'Meru' style tents, set on raised teak decks, offering breathtaking views across the waterways. Dependent on the annual floods, the level of water transforms this dry camp into a true water experience and in the early months of the year you may actually enjoy the visible spectacle of the water rising around the camp. All tents offer en-suite bathrooms with hot and cold running water, shower and flush toilet. The tents are well spaced affording privacy, whilst still being within comfortable distance from the central dining and lounge area.

Being in a private concession a wide variety of activities is available at Kanana and the focus of activities varies with the rising and falling levels of the Okavango Delta; your professional guide will assist you in planning your days to best explore the area. Game drives are conducted in specially designed vehicles in the morning, afternoon and into the evening for night drives. Alternatively you may explore the crystal clear waterways by mokoro or powerboats, and enjoy the magnificent variety of birds, plant and reptile species found in the area. Of special note is the birding in the area, Kanana hosting a seasonal heronry, where a plethora of storks, egrets and herons come to breed. It teems with activity from August through to the summer months, a true highlight at Kanana which converts all visitors to avid 'twitchers' at first sight. Guided walks are highly recommended in this stunning area as well as fly or spin fishing for tilapia, African pike and sharp-tooth catfish.