Central Kalahari Game Reserve

Exploring the Central Kalahari is a journey into the heart of the desert. Game drives across the vast plains reveal the reserve’s diverse wildlife, while guided bush walks offer a closer look at the flora and fauna that thrive in this arid landscape. The CKGR is also a cultural treasure, with opportunities to learn about the San Bushmen, who have lived in harmony with this harsh environment for thousands of years. For a truly immersive experience, consider spending a night under the stars in a remote fly camp, where the silence of the desert is broken only by the calls of nocturnal animals.

The Central Kalahari is home to a unique assemblage of wildlife, adapted to the harsh desert environment. The reserve is known for its large herds of gemsbok and springbok, as well as predators such as lions (including the famous black-maned Kalahari lions), cheetahs, and leopards. The CKGR is also one of the best places in Botswana to see the elusive brown hyena and the endangered African wild dog. Birdlife is abundant, with species such as the kori bustard, secretary bird, and the pale chanting goshawk commonly sighted.