Step beyond the well-trodden safari circuits and into the raw, untamed heart of the Kalahari — one of the world's great desert ecosystems and a landscape that stirs the soul. This 6-day adventure explores two of Botswana's most enigmatic wilderness areas: the Makgadikgadi Pans, a vast expanse of shimmering white salt flats that stretch to the horizon, and the Central Kalahari Game Reserve, the second-largest game reserve in the world. At Makgadikgadi, walk alongside habituated meerkats as they emerge from their burrows at dawn, sleep under a canopy of stars on the pans themselves, and learn ancient survival techniques from San Bushmen whose ancestors have lived in this landscape for over 20,000 years. During the green season, witness one of Africa's least-known great migrations as vast herds of zebra and wildebeest traverse the pans. In the Central Kalahari, track desert-adapted predators — black-maned Kalahari lions, brown hyenas, and cheetahs — across golden grasslands dotted with ancient fossil riverbeds. The vast open spaces, dramatic skies, and profound silence of the Kalahari offer a safari experience entirely different from the lush delta or the game-rich savannah. This is Botswana stripped back to its primal essence — wild, remote, and deeply moving. Accommodation ranges from luxury desert camps to authentic mobile bush camps, ensuring comfort while maintaining the spirit of adventure.
Depart Maun after breakfast and drive east toward the Makgadikgadi Pans, crossing the vast grasslands of the Kalahari. Arrive at your luxury desert camp on the edge of Ntwetwe Pan by early afternoon. After settling in and a light lunch, head out for a late afternoon quad biking adventure across the endless white expanse of the salt pan. The flat, featureless landscape plays tricks with perspective, and the sense of space is overwhelming. As the sun sets, stop for drinks on the pan itself, watching the sky turn through every shade of pink, orange, and violet before a blanket of stars emerges overhead.
Accommodation
Jack's Camp
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Experiences
| Group Size | Travelers | Price per Person |
|---|---|---|
| Solo / Couple | 1-2 pax | $4,800 |
| Small Group | 3-5 pax | $4,320 |
| Group | 6+ pax | $3,936 |
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Arusha, Tanzania
Professional destination management company operating across 7 African countries with dedicated teams, contracted suppliers, and local expertise in each market.
The tour includes accommodation, meals as specified in the itinerary, professional guide services, park fees, and all transfers during the 6-day journey. See the "Included & Excluded" section above for full details.
Use the booking widget on this page to select your dates and group size, then submit a booking inquiry. African DMC will confirm availability within 24 hours. Payment is processed securely through PesaPal.
Free cancellation is available up to 30 days before departure for a full refund. Cancellations 15-29 days before receive a 50% refund. Less than 15 days: no refund. Some operators may have specific policies that differ.
This tour is rated as easy. It is suitable for all fitness levels, including families with children.
Makgadikgadi Pans, Central Kalahari Game Reserve is a popular and well-established safari destination. Your guide from African DMC will be with you throughout the journey, and all activities follow established safety protocols. We recommend travel insurance for all trips.
From
$4,800
per person
Solo / Couple pricing applied
From $4,800
per person
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$6,500pp
