Reviews of safaris to Central Kalahari Game Reserve
152 holiday reviews from our travellers of holidays which include Central Kalahari .
"An excellent holiday and experience."
"Everything was perfect"
Many thanks to the Rangers and guides who shared their world with us. The Rangers will make or break the safari experience. Kwondo Rangers are all top notch! The camps and accommodations are all outstanding." Read full review: 7 nights in Africa; 5 on a Botswana safari
"My Oct 2014 trip"
Sabina dealt with all the arrangements very well and efficiently especially as Pat decided to join us after we had booked which meant checking everythng again. Thank you" Read full review: 17 nights in Africa; 14 on a Namibia trip
"Truly memorable"
The logistics worked very well as did the advice on what to expect. We would come back for advice on future African trips." Read full review: 10 nights in Africa; 8 on a Botswana safari
"best of botswana"
Kazungula border not a great experience but interesting. some warning about hawker, time taken , crowds of people etc would have helped. However this did prepare us for Chirundu!
Weather colder than expected - we should have had hats and gloves and warmer fleeces. No-one had said this." Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 7 on a Botswana safari
"My May 2014 trip"
CHITABE camp was truly exceptional and will live long in our memories.
We will start saving for our next trip." Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 8 on a Botswana safari
"My Apr 2014 trip"
Expert Africa did an excellent job in their seamless arrangements." Read full review: 34 nights in Africa; 10 on a Botswana safari
"My Mar 2014 trip"
"Our February 2014 trip to Botswana"
"30 day tour of Namibia by 4x4"
Expert Africa's information was excellent (brochure, website and specially prepared information).
We are very tempted to do similar trips with Expert Africa in future." Read full review: 30 nights in Africa; 25 on a Namibia trip
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Inspire meWhere to stay in Central Kalahari
Our suggestions for safari camps in Central Kalahari Game Reserve
Tau Pan Camp
The comfortable Tau Pan camp inside the Central Kalahari Game Reserve offers some of Botswana's best summer game viewing and birdwatching.
Kalahari Arms Hotel
Kalahari Arms Hotel, in the town of Ghanzi, is a practical overnight stop for travellers crossing the Kalahari to or from Namibia.
Kalahari Plains Camp
Kalahari Plains Camp, situated in the Central Kalahari Game Reserve, is a traditional tented camp offering some of Botswana's best summer (Dec–Mar) game viewing, and an introduction to authentic Bushman culture.
Edo's Camp
Edo's Camp is a small camp with only four spacious tents overlooking a permanent waterhole. Surrounded by 20,000 hectares of private game conservancy you can expect to see white rhino, springbok, oryx and eland here.
Dinaka
The newest addition to Ker and Downey Botswana’s portfolio, Dinaka is based on a private game reserve on the northern boundary of the CKGR.
Deception Valley Lodge
A private reserve on the border of the CKGR, Deception Valley Lodge offers more flexible activities than within the reserve and a particularly good Bushman experience.
Gham Dhao Lodge
Within a private concession, Gham Dhao Lodge is one of a number of lodges located on the northern boundary of the CKGR, offering a year-round Kalahari experience.
