Kalahari Plains Camp

Built in November 2008, Kalahari Plains Camp was one of the first safari camps opened in the Central Kalahari Game Reserve (CKGR). The appeal of this incredible conservation area is not its wildlife, although there are some amazing wildlife sightings to be had, but its vast open expanses and relatively unexplored wilderness. Before now, visits to the over 50,000km² Central Kalahari Game Reserve has only been possible on self-sufficient mobile camping safaris; now this is one of only two camps in the park. (The other is the more substantial, lodge-like, Tau Pan Camp.)

Our view of Kalahari Plains Camp

Kalahari Plains Camp is well situated to see the best of the area and the simple comfort of the accommodation is in keeping with its surroundings. During our stay we had a great guide who really bought the Kalahari alive for us even though, on the surface, the landscape appeared harsh and unforgiving. The CKGR is a unique destination where wide open spaces have a magical atmosphere, especially during the last rays of the setting sun.