Reviews of Kielie Krankie Camp
Wildlife sightings and reviews
8 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Kielie Krankie Camp and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
"New comfortable cabins and desert beauty"
Be careful of puff adders as one walks to one’s cabin from the car. The attendant skillfully removed one in our path with a special stick, which was fascinating to watch.
The water hole is very far so it is difficult to see the game and there isn’t very much game there. However one is just a few kilometers from the game-rich road between Urikaruus and Mata Mata." See all these reviews: 8n in Zimbabwe; 5n in South Africa
"Proper Dunescape!"
One really has to be there to feel the vastness of desertscape. The sunrise and sunset are truly amazing. If these weren't amazing enough, as it gets dark the chattering of barking geckos adds a different dimension to it, and the then finale comes in the form of the Milky Way when it is really dark. It is something so difficult to describe but it has to be seen to be able to feel the effect of stardust: it's beyond magical!
We will stay here any time!
Food / activities n/a" See all these reviews: 6n in South Africa
"Great setting on Kalahari dune"
The chalets are well designed and sit unobtrusively as possible in the local environment. Each has a raised deck out front which is great for watching the incredible skies in the evening and the sunrise in the morning. Probably the best view of the milky way we have ever seen.
The waterhole didn't attract a huge amount of large animals during our three night stay, but the local pair of Steenbok put in regular appearances. However, the surrounding bushes and shrubs teem with birds, many of which populated the bush adjacent to our deck and seemed unconcerned about our presence. Great for photography.
Jacque, The camp warden was very friendly and helpful kept the camp absolutely spotless." See all these reviews: 8n in Namibia; 8n in South Africa
"Kielie Krankie Wilderness Camp review"
"Superb views over the red dunescape"
Well cared for by the ranger and having a stunning outlook. Game was scarce when we were there but we were told a leopard was there a day before. Good facilities, well maintained and a convenient location. Easily accessible.
No air con so it will be hot in summer but the chalets are clean and well planned." See all these reviews: 13n in South Africa
"Kielie Krankie - Stunning location"
The camp is superbly located, the cabins are immaculate fitted and designed into the surroundings and extremely comfortable. A huge balcony overlooking the waterhole down the red sand dunes gave us a superb view. The landscape, the barking geckos and the jackals visiting the waterhole at dawn were magical.
This is a "serious" base for exploring the southern part of the park itself. The guard (we do not remember his name) was very friendly, helpful and attentive." See all these reviews: 14n in South Africa
"Kielie Krankie Wilderness Camp review"
The views were stunning and to have our first experience of waking to the sunrise was beautiful." See all these reviews: 24n in Namibia; 11n in South Africa
"Kielie Krankie Wilderness Camp review"
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Twee Rivieren
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Kalahari Tented Camp
Kalahari Tented Camp, with self-catering accommodation, is an unusual and well positioned base for exploration of the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park.
Mata Mata Rest Camp
On the western border of the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Mata Mata Restcamp offers camping and simple self-catering chalets, great for adventurous travellers on self-drive explorations of this park.
Gharagab Camp
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Ta Shebube Rooiputs
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Nossob Rest Camp
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!Xaus Lodge
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Bitterpan Camp
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Grootkolk Camp
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Urikaruus Camp
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Molopo Lodge
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