Why this route.
- Medicinal plants
- Traditional crafts
- Trance dance
- Sleeping under the stars
- Fossils and stone tools
- Aardvark and brown hyena
Perfect for.
Day by day.
Sample camps shown below — your consultant can substitute alternatives in the same region and tier.
- Days 1–2San CampMakgadikgadi
- Days 3–4Jack's CampMakgadikgadi
- Day 5DepartureOnward or homeward flights
On the map.
Photo gallery.
Includes & excludes.
Includes
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Drinks
- Laundry
- Activities
- Internal flights
- Road transfers
- Park fees
- Taxes and VAT
Excludes
- Personal expenses
- Extra meals
- International flights
- Visas
- Insurance
- New government levies
Handy hints.
What to pack
Lightweight, neutral-tone clothing with a warm layer for cool mornings, a waterproof jacket, a sun hat and well-worn boots. Full packing list on our Client Planning Reference.
Malaria
Parts of this route are in malaria areas — consult your physician or medical advisor before departure.
Gratuities
Tipping your guide and tracker is customary but never obligatory. See our full gratuities guidance.
Currency
US dollars are widely accepted at safari camps and lodges; carry small notes for gratuities and extras.
Planning tip
An optional helicopter add-on to Kubu Island is offered on day 5.
Detailed itinerary.
San Camp
San Camp sits on the edge of Nwetwe Pan, sharing its 400,000-hectare private concession with just two other camps (Jack's Camp and Camp Kalahari). 2 nights at this camp.
Jack's Camp
Jack's Camp is one of Africa's most storied safari properties, founded in the 1960s by crocodile-catcher and adventurer Jack Bousfield after he was captivated by this stretch of the Makgadikgadi during a trapping expedition. 2 nights at this camp.
Departure
Transfer to the airport or airstrip for onward or homeward flights. Transfer modes and flight timings are confirmed by your consultant.