An unfussy but ideal base from which to explore the Kalahari
Kalahari Plains is one of the few camps within the Central Kalahari Game Reserve which covers 50,000km2 of Botswana. The camp is well located to make the best of the dramatically changing seasons in this strange landscape. The summer rains attracts herds of zebra and wildebeest in addition to gemsbok and giraffe. As home to one of the largest populations of cheetah in southern Africa, this is a good spot to see these fine animals. Kalahari lions, famous for their black manes,and the brown hyena are also found here.
The camp is a simple, clean and open design which makes the most of the space which is such a feature of the desert landscape. Decks on each room make a night under the stars an integral part of the experience.
Out of camp, the main game viewing is done by vehicle but it is also possible to enjoy the finer points of the bush on walks.
10 en-suite tented rooms, each with a "sleepout"
An unfussy but ideal base from which to explore the Kalahari
Includes full board accommodation, scheduled activities, soft drinks, beer, house wines and local spirits, park fees where applicable. Does not include special activities, premium wines, champagne and spirits, gratuities, items of a personal nature.
A great chunk in the middle of Botswana is occupied by the Central Kalahari Game Reserve. Indeed, at over 50,000km2, it is quite a whopping area. Comprised of grassland, scrubby bush and ancient dry riverbeds this doesn't really look like your quintessential desert landscape. However, since there is no surface water here, it is indeed a desert, and the flora and fauna are specially adapted to this harsh environment. You can expect to see giraffe, zebra, gemsbok, the famous black-maned lions, meerkats and rhino in certain areas. There is also a reasonable chance of seeing wild dog and cheetah if you are lucky. Read more?
Safaris in Botswana offer dramatic extremes. One the one hand, the lush landscapes of the Okavango Delta and the Linyanti/Chobe River systems, on the other, the beautiful other-worldly expanse of the Makgadikgadi Pans and the Kalahari Desert. The variety of habitats makes for varied animal and birdlife as well as beautiful scenery. Strict controls mean that Botswana safari camps and lodges are generally small, and due to the tricky logistics of operating in a delta or a desert, a safari here is seldom cheap, and it's important to know where to go if you are looking for that authentic safari experience. Read more?
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