Overview
Camp Kalahari’s location on a private concession bordering the Makgadikgadi Pans National Park makes it the ideal base from which to experience a true African safari. Set among the acacias of Hyena Island, it is perfect for those in search of that unique combination of style, comfort, fun and adventure.
There’s never a dull moment at Camp Kalahari, whether it’s the wet or dry season. The summer rains trigger a local zebra and wildebeest migration as well as amazing bird watching – keep your eyes peeled for flamingos.
The dry winter season offers comfortable conditions and great game viewing as well as adventure activities – take an exhilarating quad bike ride across the Makgadikgadi Pans and soak up the vastness of the Kalahari Desert.
Highlights
- Experience Makgadikgadi’s wildlife on your doorstep
- Perfectly located to view the zebra & wildebeest migration
- A fun, relaxed and informal feel
- Family-friendly lodge – the camp accepts children of all ages
- Authentic – Camp Kalahari returns to the traditional safari style of the old explorers
- Adventurous quad biking on Makgadikgadi Pans
More Information
Location
Botswana, Kalahari, Makgadikgadi
Type of Accommodation
Tented Camp
Comfort Level
Comfortable
Facilities
The camp’s swimming pool offers welcome relief from the heat of the day and the spacious lounge and dining area are ideal for a spot of relaxation.
Enjoy a drink from the bar while taking in the beauty of your surroundings or an interesting read in the thatched library.
General Facilities
- Plunge pool
- Bar
- Library
Dining
Camp Kalahari offers its guests various dining experiences ranging from picnic breakfasts on the vast salt pans to tasty lunches served in camp; best of all however are the barbecue dinners that begin as dusk settles after a long and rewarding day.
The camp’s expert chef might just prepare his one-of-a-kind ‘Pilli-Pilli Ho-Ho’ for you – a lethal blend of chillies marinated in sherry and gin which you are sure to remember long after you’ve returned home.
Rooms
There are 10 spacious sandy coloured tents at Camp Kalahari, of which six are equipped as twin tents.
All tents at Camp Kalahari have extended fly sheets which protect you in the en suite bathroom as you shower, and the comfy four-poster campaign style beds offer a relaxing sleep, while warm African blankets, and hot water bottles ensure a comfy evening after adventure-filled days during winter.
Room Amenities
Standard Tent AMENITIES
- En-suite shower only
- Outdoor area
Other Room Types
Camp Kalahari also has three double tents for those who prefer a bit more space as well as a family tent which comprises a double and a twin room.
Activities
- Bird watching
- Cultural tours
- Game drives
- Guided walks
- Historical tours
- Picnics
- Quad-biking
- Specialist guides
- Horse riding