Trans Kalahari Safari

Safari Information

• Departure; Scheduled and tailor-made departure dates
• Duration; 14 Days
• Lodging; Participation camping
• Group Size; Max 8
• Note: Travel insurance is compulsory for all safaris

Embark on a 14-Day Kalahari Desert Adventure for Thrilling Wildlife Encounters and Unforgettable Camping Experiences

Get ready to immerse yourself in the untouched beauty of Botswana's Kalahari Desert on this incredible 14-day camping safari. From expansive landscapes to abundant desert wildlife, this adventure promises a front-row seat to nature’s raw splendor. With carefully planned routes, you’ll explore some of Southern Africa's largest and most breathtaking game reserves, teeming with iconic species like the black-maned lion, cheetah, and giraffe. Plus, the exceptional birdlife and vast, unspoiled surroundings make this an unforgettable retreat for nature enthusiasts and adventurers alike.

This safari not only delivers extraordinary opportunities to encounter wildlife but also brings you closer to the natural world through immersive camping experiences. Picture yourself sitting in the serenity of an unfenced campsite, where the sounds of the wild come alive under a star-studded sky. With expert guides leading the way, you'll travel across remote desert terrains and untamed reserves, making each day a new chapter in your wildlife adventure. Whether it's tracking nocturnal animals or watching majestic rhinos at the Khama Rhino Sanctuary, every moment holds something special.

From the scenic pans of Mabuasehube to the vast expanse of the Central Kalahari, this expedition is a blend of adventure, discovery, and tranquility. You'll explore off-the-beaten-path locations, enjoy daily game drives, and marvel at Botswana's commitment to preservation, like the inspiring efforts at the Khama Rhino Sanctuary. Designed for those seeking an unmatched combination of adventure and comfort, this safari is your ticket to experiencing the magic of the Kalahari Desert firsthand.

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Days 1-4: Johannesburg to Mabuasehube

• Departing Johannesburg at 06:30 am we head to the remote Mabuasehube which is part of the Kalahari Transfrontier Park and situated in the east of the park.
• This area of the Kalahari Transfrontier Park comprises a series of huge pans, which are the principal focus of the reserve.
• All of the major predators can be seen at Mabuasehube, including the Kalahari black-maned lion, cheetah, leopard, brown hyena, bat-eared fox, lynx, and silver fox.
• Small mammals, like the Cape fox, aardwolf and black-footed cat can be seen at the pans in the evening.
• Campsites dot the various pans, and many are situated on slight promontories, giving almost unimpeded vision, thus making for good game viewing right from your camp-side chair.
• Wild Camping B-L-D

Days 5-7: Khutse Game Reserve

• Khutse Game Reserve, situated on the southern boundary of the Central Kalahari Game Reserve.
• The first night will be spent camping en route depending on progress made during the first day.
• Khutse has plentiful wildlife, with the desert-adapted species in abundance.
• These include springbok, gemsbok (oryx), giraffe, wildebeest, hartebeest & kudu.
• These antelope are of course preyed upon by the large lion population, leopard and cheetah.
• Three nights in Khutse to explore this out of the way game reserve on morning and afternoon game drives.
• We will camp wild in unfenced campsites where there is an excellent chance of being visited by some of the nocturnal animals.
• Wild Camping B-L-D

Days 8-12: Central Kalahari Game Reserve

• The Central Kalahari Game Reserve is the largest and most reserve in Southern Africa (the second largest wildlife reserve in the world, encompassing 52 800 sq km).
• Nothing prepares you for the immensity of this reserve or its wild, mysterious beauty.
• There is an impression of infinite space, and having the entire reserve to yourself.
• The roads are sandy and heavy going, so be prepared for some long travelling days, but this is more than worthwhile because of the fantastic environment that you are travelling through.
• We journey through the Kalahari from south to north over a four day period camping wild en-route and staying in areas where the game viewing is best.
• Wild Camping B-L-D

Day 13: Khama Rhino Sanctuary

• We leave the Central Kalahari Game Reserve and head east to the Khama Rhino Sanctuary.
• The Khama Rhino Sanctuary Trust is a community-based wildlife project established in 1992 to assist in saving the vanishing rhino.
• This reserve situated on the Kalahari sand-veld has several natural water holes and provides prime habitat for white rhino, zebra and wildebeest.
• Communal campsite with shared ablutions.
• Wild Camping B-L-D

Day 14: Trans Kalahari Safari ends in Johannesburg

• Tour ends in Johannesburg at the airport at 17:00
• Wild Camping B--