Reviews of Kalahari Tented Camp
Wildlife sightings and reviews
33 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Kalahari Tented Camp and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
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"AMAZING experience at Kalahari Tented Camp"
It was very cold at night and in the mornings but we were prepared for that. Having hot water was a blessing. Cooking at camp was easy with the well equipped kitchen. Staff was very helpful and efficient. Seeing and hearing the animals at such close range is an experience that I will never forget." See all these reviews: 5n in South Africa
"Great Self-Catering Option in the Kalahari"
The tents are very comfortable and clean. The separate kitchen area can be a lot of fun if you come prepared (we were not as prepared). It is very convenient that they provide you with pans, dishes, utensils and the basics for cooking. There is even an area where you can barbecue.
There is a small grocery store in Mata Mata with some basic food, mostly canned. Great value!" See all these reviews: 11n in Namibia; 8n in South Africa
"Kalahari TC - What a excellent base for Aoab"
The cabins at KTC were spacious, comfortable and very well equipped, overlooking the Aoab river bed. The nights however where much more calm in terms of wildlife activity. The occasional jackal could be heard and seen crossing the river bed in front.
The guards at KTC were informative, helpful and very attentive, checking us every single night. The shop at Mata-Mata (4Km) was very simple but with enough basic supplies ( water, bread, etc...)." See all these reviews: 14n in South Africa
"Kalahari Tented Camp review"
The camp is fine - and the facilities are excellent (including the separate kitchen tent) - but you feel more separated/detached from the wildlife than at Grootkolk. The waterhole was only properly visible through binoculars - so the opportunity for night time viewing was very restricted (we were helped - fortuitously - by the light of the full moon, otherwise we wouldn't have seen anything!).
Again - it is usefully located, at the far end of the park (and this is the area where you will see the Giraffe - we saw a group of 29 individuals, amazing!) - but somehow it hasn't got that "wow" factor that we were hoping for." See all these reviews: 11n in South Africa
"Senior Africa Specialist | East & Southern Africa"
"Kalahari Tented Camp review"
On reporting it, this time the floor was mended quickly." See all these reviews: 15n in Namibia; 6n in South Africa
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It was at this waterhole we saw a lone cheetah." See all these reviews: 15n in Namibia; 6n in South Africa
"Kalahari Tented Camp review"
The bedroom was very comfortable and spacious. The separate kitchen tent had everything you could need. If there is a problem, the warden calls every day and is always helpful." See all these reviews: 15n in Namibia; 6n in South Africa
"Unexpectedly, our favourite camp!"
Great views across the dry river bed though better for birds than for animals, even though there is a floodlit waterhole.
This was the best birding location due to mature trees. There is an inviting swimming pool here." See all these reviews: 7n in South Africa
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Good night drive available." See all these reviews: 10n in South Africa
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