Jack's Private Camp
Jack's Private Camp sits in the same extraordinary Makgadikgadi concession as its sister property, physically set apart to guarantee total privacy. It's a bespoke, exclusive-use retreat carrying the same "unreal style, real adventure" ethos, aimed at multi-generational families or small private groups wanting a desert safari without sharing communal camp spaces.
The villa mirrors Jack's Camp's 1940s campaign aesthetic — Persian and North African rugs, brass fixtures, hand-woven textiles — in a stand-alone format: a central lounge, dining and library area opens onto a private deck with its own pool, flanked by two large bedroom suites, each with a chaise lounge, two indoor showers, a private outdoor shower and a freestanding brass bathtub. Guests even get their own curated "cabinet of curiosities" drawn from the main camp's museum.
The defining feature is a fully bespoke, unscheduled experience — a dedicated private guide, chef and host team curate each day around guest preferences, whether quad biking, time with the habituated meerkats, a helicopter charter, or simply relaxing on the private veranda. Wildlife and activities draw on the same desert ecosystem as Jack's Camp, including the seasonal zebra/wildebeest migration.
Rooms: stand-alone villa, 2 bedroom suites (1 double/king, 1 twin) with day beds. Facilities: private pool, private kitchen, dedicated chef and host, library. Solar-powered, 24-hour electricity. Exclusive-use sister villa to Jack's Camp; fully private guide/chef/host team.
Frequently asked questions.
Where is Jack's Private Camp located?
Jack's Private Camp sits at Makgadikgadi Salt Pans — same concession as Jack's Camp (stand-alone villa), and is operated by Natural Selection.
How many rooms does Jack's Private Camp have?
stand-alone villa, 2 bedroom suites (1 double/king, 1 twin) with day beds.
What facilities are available?
private pool, private kitchen, dedicated chef and host, library.
What's the power and Wi-Fi situation?
Solar-powered, 24-hour electricity.
How do I book Jack's Private Camp?
Africa Compass Collection can arrange your booking at Jack's Private Camp — whether you're a travel agent or planning directly. Use the "Request a quote" button on this page for a personalised, costed itinerary.