One of Earth's largest nature reserves
Spanning South Africa, Botswana and Namibia, the Kalahari Desert and its distinctive red sands host a fascinating collection of wildlife and plants while providing a refuge for the original hunters, the San Bushmen!
You can:
When most people think Kalahari, they envisage huge tracts of sandy desert without a plant or animal in sight. But this is not entirely true. This vast region is home to an array of fauna and flora and the plains bloom with flowers and plants during Spring. Lion, leopard, cheetah and predators roam the plains in search of antelope and a great variety of bird life can be seen around the salt pans. The San Bushmen still occupy parts of the Kalahari. This is your chance to see an ancient culture before it is lost forever!
You can:
- Meet the San, Africa's oldest living people
- Spot predators and plains game in the desert
- Explore the unique Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park
- Get off the beaten track with very few tourists
- Spot wildlife gathering around the great salt pans
- Stay in secluded lodges and rustic bush camps
When most people think Kalahari, they envisage huge tracts of sandy desert without a plant or animal in sight. But this is not entirely true. This vast region is home to an array of fauna and flora and the plains bloom with flowers and plants during Spring. Lion, leopard, cheetah and predators roam the plains in search of antelope and a great variety of bird life can be seen around the salt pans. The San Bushmen still occupy parts of the Kalahari. This is your chance to see an ancient culture before it is lost forever!
Kalahari Desert Accommodation
The Kalahari covers a vast area and spans three countries. So it's no surprise that accommodation in the Kalahari varies widely. So we have pooled together all the best lodges for your consideration.
Kalahari Facts & Info
Contrary to popular belief, the Kalahari is not actually a desert. It is the world's largest sand basin and we can advise you on where to go, what to do, when to visit and how to make the most of your time here!
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