Camp Kalahari
Understated and affordable, adventurous and funky, explore Camp Kalahari
Tucked beneath palms and acacias on Brown Hyena Island, Camp Kalahari is the charming, understated sibling of Jack’s and San Camp. With 12 Meru-style canvas tents (including family options with interconnecting bathrooms), it’s an ideal base for couples, families, and small groups looking to explore the otherworldly Makgadikgadi Salt Pans.
Expect simple yet stylish comforts: four-poster beds, Moroccan rugs, alfresco ensuite bathrooms, and a communal lounge and dining area filled with colonial antiques and African character. Meals are served family-style, and a thatched swimming pool offers welcome relief during hot afternoons – just beware of the occasional elephant drop-in!
Adventures include:
Quad biking across the pans
Guided bush walks with Zu’/hoasi bushmen
Visits to a habituated meerkat colony (they may use you as a lookout!)
Opportunities to spot rare wildlife like brown hyenas, aardwolves, and bat-eared foxes, plus migrating zebra, wildebeest, and the predators that follow them. With minimal electricity and lantern-lit evenings, Camp Kalahari invites you to unplug and embrace the serenity and surreal beauty of the Kalahari desert.
Property Info:
12 tents: 6 twins, 4 doubles and 2 family
Maximum Occupancy 24
Swimming pool
WiFi
Children of all ages welcome
Return airstrip transfers
Full Board + local soft drinks, house wines, selected beers & house drink
Game Drives
Night Drives
Bush Walks
Cultural Visits
Riding (additional cost)
Helicopter Rides (additional cost)
Guided quadbiking (season & weather dependent)
Meerkat encounters
Zebra, Flamingo and Wildebeest Migration
Dry Season: May-Oct
Green Season: Nov-Apr
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Why this Camp..?
(According to Google Reviews)
Camp Kalahari generally receives positive reviews, with guests praising its unique setting, friendly staff, and engaging activities, particularly the meerkat encounters. While considered more rustic than some luxury camps, it offers a comfortable and authentic safari experience, particularly for those seeking a more intimate or family-friendly atmosphere.
Here's a more detailed breakdown of the feedback:
Positive Aspects:
Unique and Authentic Safari Experience:Camp Kalahari is often highlighted for its return to a more traditional safari style, emphasizing an authentic and intimate experience in a unique setting.
Engaging Activities:Guests frequently mention the guided walks with bushmen, quad biking on the salt pans, and, most notably, the opportunity to walk with meerkats as highlights of their stay.
Friendly and Helpful Staff:Reviewers consistently praise the warm, friendly, and accommodating nature of the camp's staff.
Good Food and Dining:The food at Camp Kalahari receives positive feedback, with some reviewers mentioning hot breakfasts and delicious multi-course meals.
Comfortable Accommodation:While some reviews mention the camp's rustic nature, the tents are generally considered comfortable and well-appointed, with outdoor bathrooms and hot water.
Family-Friendly:Camp Kalahari is also seen as a good option for families, with a range of activities to keep everyone entertained, according to Go2Africa.
Potential Considerations:
Rustic vs. Luxury:Camp Kalahari is generally considered more basic than some of the more luxurious camps, according to Expert Africa.
Electricity:While the camp has solar-powered electricity, it may not be sufficient for air conditioning or blow dryers.
