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Kalahari Plains

Kalahari Plains lies in a remote part of the diverse and productive Central Kalahari Game Reserve (CKGR) and offers some of the best wildlife viewing opportunities in Africa, particularly in summer. Located in the Kalahari Desert in central Botswana, this reserve is the largest conservation area in the country and one of the largest in the world. Its star attractions include the legendary Kalahari blackmaned lion, as well as some of the world's best cheetah viewing. Kalahari Plains overlooks an immense pan with endless horizons and beautiful skies.

  • Reviews
    4/6
  • Vacation Style Adult Group
    Classic Camp
  • Camp Size 18 guests
    No Children under 6 years old
All about Kalahari Plains Camp

Kalahari Plains lies in a remote part of the diverse and productive Central Kalahari Game Reserve (CKGR) and offers some of the best wildlife viewing opportunities in Africa, particularly in summer. Located in the Kalahari Desert in central Botswana, this reserve is the largest conservation area in the country and one of the largest in the world. Its star attractions include the legendary Kalahari blackmaned lion, as well as some of the world's best cheetah viewing. Kalahari Plains overlooks an immense pan with endless horizons and beautiful skies.

Healthy wildlife populations are present in the area all year round, but with the advent of the summer rains, the desert comes to life. A plethora of plains game such as springbok and gemsbok converge in their hundreds to graze, followed by lion, one of the highest concentrations of cheetah in southern Africa and leopard. In winter, the Kalahari is a typical desert. General game is still easily seen, from the carnivores to wildebeest, red hartebeest and steenbok, as well as small predators like black-backed jackal, Cape fox, honey badger and myriad mongoose species. Some 220 bird species have been recorded.

About the camp
Activities
  • Daytime game drives & early evening game drives.
  • Full day excursion to Deception Valley with a picnic brunch
  • Guided, interpretative walk with the San
  • Guided nature walks
  • Birding
  • Private rooftop area for sleep-outs accessed by stairs
  • Stargazing with a laser pointer
  • Presentations by camp staff.
  • Wilderness Safaris and Olympus Photo Hub experience.
Camp Facilities
  • Pool in main area with partially shaded deck and loungers
  • Canvas lounge and dining areas on, lounge/dining and bar areas under thatch with a surrounding wooden deck
  • Waterhole in front of camp.
  • A pair of Olympus binoculars in the main area
  • Camp fire.
  • Spotting scope
  • Safari Trading Store.
Accomodation

Eight canvas tented accommodation on a raised deck (including one family unit). The camp, including its main area with pool and deck, takes in the sweeping, spacious views across the Kalahari. Innovative insulated canvas walls and roofs keep the temperatures insidecomfortable.

Number of tents
  • 8 x Tents in total comprising:
  • 7 x twin-bedded canvas tents each with two three quarter beds
  • 1 x family unit consisting of two bedrooms each with two three quarter beds, in each tent and each with their own en-suite facilities. Main bedroom with rooftop deck. Main bathroom and second bathroom each with an indoor shower (no outdoor shower), double basin vanity and separate toilet. Separate entrances and separate lounge areas, however, a shared outdoor deck.
  • Mattress converters are available that transforms twin beds into double beds. To be arranged prior to arrival.
Tent Facilities
  • Canvas tented accommodation on a raised deck, with sandy pathways on the ground. Being located in the desert, the canvas and roofs have been specially insulated to keep out most of the heat during the day and the cold during the night.
  • En-suite facilities with indoor shower, double vanity basin and separate toilet.
  • Private rooftop area for sleep-outs accessed by stairs from the tent deck [(two mattresses and solar lights provided) - weather permitting and operated subject to the discretion of the Camp Manager].
  • Writing desk and chair, easy chair, mosquito net, during winter months hot water bottles and extra blankets are provided, electronic safe, hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities, a yoga mat, weights (2 x 1.0 kg and 2 x 2.0 kg) and resistance bands.
  • Veranda with seating area.
  • No air-conditioning, however, a ceiling fan and pedestal mist fan in each tent.
  • Complimentary in-tent Wi-Fi.
  • Amenities include seasonal bathrobes, slippers, liquid soap, body wash, shampoo and conditioner, body lotion, room spray, insect repellent, insect spray, mosquito coil, shower caps, vanity kit with cotton tip swabs and cotton wool pads, sewing kit, tissue dispenser, laundry bag and umbrella are supplied in each tent.
Electricity & Water

100% solar powered (solar panels and inverters provide electricity and hot water). A generator is used for emergencies.

220V multi-plug adaptor charging facilities for mobile devices. Additional charging facilities (available on request and prior notice essential) for the use of sleep apnoea machines (guests to provide own device, spare batteries, charging unit and adaptors).

Due to the location, the water in the shower has a high salt content.

Child Policy

Children 06 years and older are accommodated

For families travelling with children between the ages of 06 and 12 years, private activities need to be booked and paid for

Children between 06 and 16 years must share with at least one adult in the same tent.

The minimum age for walking activities and sleep-outs is 13 years (subject to season and the availability of a qualified walking guide).

Laundry Facilities

In-camp laundry facilities for guests will no longer be available at Kalahari Plains due to the scarcity of water. Laundry for the camp (linen, towels, uniforms, etc.) will be handled off-site in Maun.

Gratuities Guidelines

We would like to reiterate that tipping is not compulsory. Guests should not feel obliged to do so. Tipping should be undertaken only by choice, subject to the service received. In addition, guests may wish to add a nominal amount for incidentals, ranging between USD 15.00 to USD 30.00 per day (subject to personal budget choice) - i.e. if additional activities are booked once on their journey, if travel arrangements change for any reason, in acknowledgement of good service received in another area, etc.

Guide and Specialist Guide - We recommend about USD 10.00 per guest per day and may be tipped directly.

The General Safari Camp Staff - We recommend about USD 10.00 per guest per day for safari camps. This should be placed in the communal tipping box to be distributed equally amongst all the staff.

With regards to being hosted by Camp Management and/or Assistant Camp Management, tipping separately for said staff is purely optional and per guests’ discretion.

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