Map of Kalahari
The Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park straddles both South Africa and Botswana to create an enormous conservation area of over 3,6 million hectares. This makes it one of very few conservation areas of this magnitude left in the world.
The Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park is an amalgamation of the former Kalahari Gemsbok National Park of South Africa, which was proclaimed in 1931 mainly to protect migratory game such as Gemsbok, and the adjacent Gemsbok National Park in Botswana.
Red sand dunes, sparse vegetation and the dry riverbeds of the Nossob and Auob show the wildlife off exceptionally well and provide excellent photographic opportunities.
Herds of Gemsbok, Springbok, Eland and Blue Wildebeest follow the migratory seasons, closely watched by prides of Black-Mane Lion. Other predators in The Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park include Leopard, Cheetah, Brown and Spotted Hyena and birds of prey.
Kgalagadi is a haven for keen ornithologists, especially those interested in rare birds of prey.
The Kalahari is a place of extreme variation! It is an arid region with an annual rainfall of 200 mm, mainly between January and April. In summer, day temperatures may exceed 40°C, while winter days are sunny with night temperatures often below zero. Visitors should anticipate extreme heat during the day and extreme cold during winter nights.
It is a fascinating and unique place to visit
Top things to do in The Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park:
- Go in search of the unique Game in the The Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park – namely:
- Gemsbok – these large striking desert antelope are the emblem of the park.
- Suricate (Meerkat) – these hyperactive little omnivores have a wonderfully intricate family structure
- Black-maned Kalahari Lions – Physically impressive, they are the kings of the Kalahari Desert
- Sociable weavers – the busy little birds construct huge communal nests
- Pygmy falcons – the park is famous for its birds of prey. This is the smallest falcon in Africa
- Go on a Morning or sunset game drive
- Enjoy a morning game walk (available at Rivieren, Nossob, Mata-Mata & the Kalahari Tented Camp)
- Go on the Nossob 4x4 Eco Trail
Accommmodation near Kalahari |
Holidays near Kalahari |
|
| Looking at going on holiday to Kalahari - try out one of these exciting holidays! | ||
