Things to do in Kalahari Desert
Discover the best attractions and experiences Kalahari Desert has to offer
Historic Monuments
The Kalahari's history is seen in ancient hunter-gatherer sites and desert-adapted cultures across the region.
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Museums
Explore regional history through collections and interpretive displays at nearby hubs.
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Religious Monuments
Religious landmarks reflect the spiritual landscape of desert communities.
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National & Theme Parks
Vast deserts, red dunes, and wildlife define Botswana's standout protected areas.
Central Kalahari Game Reserve (CKGR)
One of the world’s largest inner-desert reserves, famed for desert-adapted wildlife and wide open spaces.
Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park
Iconic red-dune territory spanning Botswana and South Africa, renowned for big cats and expansive savannahs.
Neighborhoods
Within the Kalahari, explore the footprint of settlements and desert-adjacent communities.
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Free Things to Do
Enjoy quintessential Kalahari experiences that don’t require an entry fee or guide.
Stargazing under the desert sky
Experience a sky full of stars on clear nights with minimal light pollution.
Self-drive safari opportunities in CKGR (where permitted)
Explore pans and wildlife from the comfort of your vehicle, following park rules.
Guided bush walks with a San guide (where available)
Learn desert survival skills and track wildlife on foot.
Gastronomy
Tasting Botswana's desert flavors adds a tasty layer to your Kalahari adventure.
Mopane worm tasting
Try this traditional protein snack often enjoyed in rural Botswana.
Seswaa with pap
Shredded Botswana beef served with maize porridge.
Kalahari braai (campfire barbecue)
Evening grills featuring local meats and seasonal sides.
Nightlife
Desert nights glide into the camp with stories, stars, and warm fires.
Evening campfire under the stars
Relax by the flames with stories, music, and the night air.
Ambient lodge performances
Local musicians or storytellers share desert-inspired performances.
Night sky photography sessions
Capture long-exposure shots of the Milky Way and starry skies.
Entertainment
Cultural experiences bring the desert's communities to life.
San cultural performances
Traditional dances, beadwork demos, and storytelling.
Beadwork demonstrations by local artisans
Watch and learn traditional crafting techniques.
Sports
Active options are limited but thrilling in the expansive sands.
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Off the Track
Ventures off the beaten path reveal exclusive desert perspectives.
Aerial safari over the Kalahari
A helicopter or light aircraft flight offers sweeping desert panoramas.
Private fly-in safaris
Swift access to remote camps and pan-dotted landscapes.