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Makgadikgadi

Camp Kalahari

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About Camp Kalahari

Laid-back safari style in the Makgadikgadi with plenty of activities to get stuck into.
Found on the remote shores of a private concession in the Makgadikgadi Pans National Park, Kalahari Camp offers up a an ideal base for those looking to experience a unique area of Botswana in traditional safari camp style. The Makgadikgadi Saltpans stretch as far as the eye can see through the Kalahari Desert in the dry season, while rains in the wet season brings herds of zebra and wildebeest though the plains. Camp Kalahari nestles there, between the bush and the desert where the lack of electricity allows you to release your inner explorer.
From $830 per person/per night
Safari
10 Rooms
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Property details

The property

A welcoming central lounge and adjoining dining area resides underneath a permanent structure of traditional thatch and large acacia trees. The floors are covered in rattan rugs and a mix of printed textiles and rugs. Sticking with the bygone days of exploration theme comfortable cushioned chairs and various African artefacts decorate up the spacious interior, romantically lit by hurricane lanterns at night. A small swimming pool with shady thatch sits off to the side- perfect for cooling down.

The rooms

Ten spacious Meru styled canvas tents sit facing out towards the bush, one tent being strung together to form a larger family unit. Steel framed bed cots support plush bedding adorned with traditional African pattern fabrics. Decorated with storage chests, simple wooden desks and ethnic printed carpets the roll up side windows show off the beautiful surrounds. Ensuite bathrooms open to the sky with triangular pattered wooden frames provide a true bush shower experience.

Activities

Two seasons run through the Park, the wet sees migrating zebra and wildebeest moving through the ecosystem, while the dry means you are able to get on to quad bikes and explore the pan Lawrence of Arabia style. Walk with Bushmen learning their traditional craft, engage with a family of resident meerkats, visit the famous Chapman’s Baobab or enjoy the game drives. Activities are set to a program for each day, so bear that in mind when you book.

What you'll love

What you'll love

The uber-relaxed and laidback vibe of the camp. No one here takes themselves too seriously, yet everything runs like clockwork.
Insiders tip

Insiders Tip

The choice and quality of activities on offer here are phenomenal - book enough nights to take advantage of them all!
Something to think about

Something to think about

With safari drives taking a maximum of eight people per vehicle, you might be sharing your game viewing with more people than you may like.
Lodge positive impact

Positive Impact

The impact of your stay

Camp Kalahari is owned by Natural Selection which is dedicated to conservation, partnering with local communities, governments, and organizations to protect and expand conservation areas. They build eco-friendly camps that blend into the environment and aim to inform guests about Africa's wildlife challenges and successes, hoping to inspire further positive action for wildlife conservation. A contribution of $50 per guest, which is included in the nightly rate, goes towards the above goals.

Botswana

Makgadikgadi

A vast, shimmering salt pan of horizon-bending landscapes where the magic is in the minimalism.