7-Day Safari-Khumaga & Central Kalahari Game Reserve

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arrival in Maun – Transfer to Khumaga (Boteti River)

- Arrive Maun; road transfer (~3-4 hours scenic drive) to Khumaga area.
- Afternoon game drive along the Boteti River – spot zebra and wildebeest drinking, elephants, hippos, and lions patrolling the banks.
- Settle into camp (e.g., Khumaga Campsite or nearby lodge like Boteti River Camp); sundowners overlooking the riverbed.
- Campfire dinner with nocturnal sounds.
- Accommodation: tent size 3x3m, each tent has a private veranda and bathroom, bathroom has a toilet, shower and sink, our staff.

Main Destination:

Makgadikgadi Pans National Park

Best Time To Visit All year (Areas are best at different times)

High Season July to October (Higher rates may apply but it’s not busy)

Best Weather May to August (Dry and less hot)

Wildlife in Makgadikgadi Pans NP

GiraffeCommon

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

ElephantOccasional

LionOccasional

HyenaOccasional

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LeopardRare

CheetahRare

HippoRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

BuffaloNone

Accommodation:

Mid-range camping

• Inside Makgadikgadi Pans NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Khumaga & Boteti River Exploration

- Dawn and dusk game drives – high-density action at waterholes: zebras migrating or gathering, buffalo herds, elephants bathing, and predators (lions, hyenas).
- Optional boat cruise (if water levels allow) for hippos/crocs; birding paradise with migrants.
- Relaxed midday; evenings with river views and possible zebra crossings.
- Accommodation: tent size 3x3m, each tent has a private veranda and bathroom, bathroom has a toilet, shower and sink, our staff.

Main Destination:

Makgadikgadi Pans National Park

Accommodation:

Mid-range camping

• Inside Makgadikgadi Pans NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Transfer to Central Kalahari Game Reserve (Northern Section)

- Morning drive/activity; transfer south (~4-6 hours, game viewing en route) to Matswere Gate and into CKGR.
- Afternoon game drive into Deception Valley – lush green pans attract springbok, oryx, and predators.
- Arrive at private campsite, bush dinner under stars.
- Accommodation: tent size 3x3m, each tent has a private veranda and bathroom, bathroom has a toilet, shower and sink, our staff.

Main Destination:

Central Kalahari Game Reserve

Best Time To Visit December to March (Best in Deception Valley)

High Season July to October (It rarely gets crowded)

Best Weather May to August (Dry and less hot)

Wildlife in Central Kalahari GR

WildebeestCommon

GiraffeOccasional

LionOccasional

LeopardOccasional

CheetahOccasional

HyenaOccasional

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ZebraRare

Wild DogRare

ElephantNone

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

BuffaloNone

HippoNone

Accommodation:

Mid-range camping

• Inside Central Kalahari GR

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

CKGR Full Exploration

- Early morning and afternoon game drives in Deception/Passarge Valleys – track black-maned lion prides, cheetahs on open plains, gemsbok herds, and brown hyenas.
- Waterhole viewing for close action; optional bush walk for tracks/plants.
- Accommodation: tent size 3x3m, each tent has a private veranda and bathroom, bathroom has a toilet, shower and sink, our staff.

Main Destination:

Central Kalahari Game Reserve

Accommodation:

Mid-range camping

• Inside Central Kalahari GR

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Morning Activity & Departure to Maun

- Final dawn drive for lingering herds/predators.
- Exit via Matswere Gate; transfer back to Maun (~6-8 hours), drop-off at Maun Airport.

Main Destination:

Central Kalahari Game Reserve

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.