Kavango

Rewild the wilderness. Protect endangered species. Build a legacy of conservation.

Step into the shoes of a Conservation Expert and journey through the breathtaking landscapes of Southern Africa in Kavango, a fast-paced strategy board game inspired by real-world conservation. Over three thrilling rounds, you’ll transform your unique terrain into a vibrant, self-sustaining nature reserve. With every decision, you’ll face the challenge of balancing research, investment, and habitat protection — all while offering refuge to vulnerable and endangered wildlife. Can your reserve lead the way in restoring the wild?

Kavango blends simultaneous turns, card drafting, and tableau-building into a smooth and deeply thematic gameplay experience. As you select species and complete research tasks, you’ll earn funding to invest in vital protection efforts. Created by conservationists in Botswana, the game celebrates biodiversity through 160 unique species cards and an ecosystem that evolves with every turn. With tough choices, elegant mechanics, and stunning artwork, Kavango is a love letter to Southern Africa’s wild spaces — and a game that challenges you to preserve them.

Game Info

• Players: 1–5

• Ages: 10+

• Playing Time: 30–60 minutes

• Publisher: Mazaza Games

Features

• Strategic and fast-paced tableau-building board game with simultaneous turns

• Set in the richly diverse wilderness of Southern Africa

• Includes 160 unique species cards, 45 research cards, and 10 conservation experts

• Realistic conservation theme developed by experts working in Botswana

• High replayability with multiple landscapes and variable species combinations

• Supports real-world conservation efforts — part of proceeds support projects in Botswana

Why You'll Love It

Kavango offers more than just a great strategy game — it delivers a meaningful journey through the beauty and complexity of nature conservation. With clever mechanics, rich biodiversity, and real-world relevance, it's an immersive and satisfying experience for nature lovers and gamers alike. Whether you're strategizing solo or with friends, every playthrough feels fresh and inspiring. Build your legacy. Protect the wild. Kavango is calling.