{"title":"Makgadikgadi Salt Pans","description":"Properties in Makgadikgadi Salt Pans","products":[{"product_id":"jacks-camp-10032","title":"Jack's Camp","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn a palm-fringed oasis in the heart of Botswana’s Makgadikgadi, Jack’s Camp stands as a tribute to exploration, curiosity and the enduring magic of the Kalahari. Overlooking the vast and shimmering salt pans – the remains of an ancient super-lake that once covered much of southern Africa – the camp combines the romance of a 1940s expedition with the extraordinary wildlife and landscapes of this desert environment. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNamed after legendary safari pioneer Jack Bousfield, the camp has long been celebrated for its distinctive character and deep connection to the Makgadikgadi. Nine spacious canvas tents are richly styled with Persian rugs, mahogany campaign furniture and colourful textiles, evoking the golden age of safari while offering every modern comfort. At the centre of camp, the famous Persian tea tent, pool pavilion, curio shop and Natural History Museum create a fascinating hub of storytelling, artefacts and exploration. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe experiences here are unlike anywhere else in Africa. Guests can sit with the habituated meerkats, track desert wildlife such as brown hyena, aardwolf and Kalahari lion on game drives, or spend time with the San bushmen learning ancient survival skills and stories of the land. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Makgadikgadi itself transforms with the seasons. In the dry months the pans stretch endlessly across the horizon, creating the perfect setting for exhilarating quad bike adventures across the salt flats. With the arrival of the rains, the desert awakens as grasses grow and thousands of zebra and wildebeest migrate through the region in one of Africa’s most surprising wildlife spectacles. Jack’s Camp is more than just a safari lodge – it is a place of stories, discovery and timeless style, set in one of the most remarkable landscapes on earth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHighlights \u0026amp; Experiences\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne of Africa’s most storied and iconic safari camps, set within a one-million-acre private wildlife reserve, and one of just three camps in this vast Makgadikgadi wilderness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA remarkable collection of ancient artefacts gathered by the Bousfield family over decades, housed within the camp’s Natural History Museum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA blockbuster line-up of activities led by some of Botswana’s most experienced guides, including quad biking, horseback riding, game drives, San bushmen walks and the famous habituated meerkat encounters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeasonal zebra and wildebeest migration (approximately 50,000 animals) moving through the Makgadikgadi from January to April\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYear-round desert wildlife including zebra, wildebeest, springbok, steenbok, elephant, brown hyena, oryx, Kalahari lion and cheetah\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSet in a palm-dotted oasis in Botswana’s Makgadikgadi, Jack’s Camp is one of Africa’s most iconic safari experiences. This legendary camp blends 1940s explorer style with the surreal beauty of the Kalahari’s vast salt pans, creating a setting that feels timeless and extraordinary.\u003cbr\u003eFounded in honour of safari pioneer Jack Bousfield, the camp celebrates the spirit of exploration. Nine canvas tents are richly styled with Persian rugs, mahogany campaign furniture and colourful textiles, evoking the golden age of safari while offering modern comfort. At the centre of camp, the famous Persian tea tent, pool pavilion, curio shop and Natural History Museum add to the sense of discovery, filled with artefacts and stories that reflect the history and natural wonders of the Makgadikgadi.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith exceptional guiding and desert experiences – from walking with habituated meerkats as they emerge at sunrise to quad biking across the salt pans in the dry season – Jack’s Camp offers a safari that is fascinating and unforgettable. Game drives reveal the surprising wildlife of this desert landscape, while time spent with the San bushmen provides insight into one of the oldest cultures on earth. Few places capture the romance, curiosity and adventure of safari quite like Jack’s Camp.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WETU","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43761741430843,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0582\/6776\/2747\/files\/10032_2F2jacks_camp_-_tent_exterior.jpg?v=1783584947"},{"product_id":"san-camp-10072","title":"San Camp","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElegant and impossibly romantic, San Camp's classic white tents offer 360 degree views over the sparkling salt pans.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTake game drives and night drives in custom built 4x4s to see the unique desert wildlife, spend time with the cheeky meerkats, and join the Zu\/'hoasi Bushmen on a bushwalk.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTravel across the salt-crusted earth by quad-bike. The fact that you'll travel at great speed, yet arrive nowhere underlines the true immensity of this remarkable area.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSan Camp has a reputation for delicious and innovative cuising - think fresh tomato tartlets, three-layer banana and caramel cake, and the best Beef Wellington you've ever tried.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLie out on the pans as the sun sets and watch the planetarium of stars unfold.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRetreat to the yoga and meditation pavilion and absorb the compelling energy of your surroundings. This is the perfect spot to relax, unwind and retreat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eImagine a smattering of billowing white tents, shaded by desert palms and surrounded by a thousand acres of shimmering, sparkling nothingness. You’ve just dreamt up San Camp, our impossibly romantic, seven-bedroom camp on the edge of the Nwetwe Pan in Botswana’s Makgadikgadi. San isn’t a place for frills and fluffiness. The magic is in the minimalism, both at the camp and in the mysterious desert landscape. You can forget the tourist crowds and over-stuffed 4x4s too; it’s just you, the wildlife, and a handful of local San Bushmen, waiting to share their secrets with you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOf all the Makgadikgadi pans, we think Nwetwe is the most iconic. Meerkats pop up from the desert dust, brown hyaena hide in the grass, and you’ll see red hartebeest, springbok and gemsbok scurrying between them. But San Camp isn’t just about wildlife-watching – it’s about the atmosphere and the ethereal surroundings. Disappear into a remote world, a million miles from glowing screens and fruit-themed devices, where the 360-degree panoramas are so vast, you can see the curvature of the earth…\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WETU","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43761743659067,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0582\/6776\/2747\/files\/10072_2F15san_camp_-_main_area_dinner_table_at_night.jpg?v=1783585134"},{"product_id":"camp-kalahari-18121","title":"Camp Kalahari","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eCamp Kalahari is one of only three camps in a one million-acre private wildlife reserve, with just 12, Meru-style tents set amongst the palms.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere’s a veritable blockbuster of activities to get stuck into, including quad biking, horseback riding, bushman walks and traditional game drives.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eCK is great camp for families. It’s unique, fresh, and affordable, children from all ages are welcome, there’s a dedicated family suite and a fence around the camp too.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnjoy lazy siestas in the swimming pool pavilion and, in the dry season, watch the ellies come to drink at the water – a memory you won’t forget in a hurry!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eWatch 50,000 zebra and wildebeest migrate through the area from January to April.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCamp Kalahari sits among acacias and Mokolwane palms on the edge of the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans. A relaxed, family-friendly camp, ideal for those seeking fun and adventure, without sacrificing comfort or style.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe camp is an eclectic mix of original African furnishings paired with traditional campaign furniture and colonial antiques. Guests can relax in the traditional lounge\/dining area, or cool off in the large swimming pool. All 12 spacious Meru tents - 6 twin, 4 double and 2 family tents, are en-suite and furnished with rich textiles, Moroccan kilims, and four poster beds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGuests can enjoy a range of year-round activities: Get up close and personal with a gang of friendly habituated meerkats; walk with Zu\/’hoasi Bushmen for a glimpse into their ancient culture; game drive to experience unique desert wildlife; visit the Fallen Baobab, campsite of Livingstone \u0026amp; Selous and one of Africa’s three largest, oldest trees.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDry season only: quad bike across the lunar expanse of the pans; lie out on the pans as the sun sets; watch the planetarium show unfold with horizon-to-horizon stars.\u003cbr\u003eWet season only: experience the spectacular migration of zebra and wildebeest, the second biggest in Africa and the last remaining in Southern Africa.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WETU","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43761780391995,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0582\/6776\/2747\/files\/18121_2Fmeerkats_11.jpg?v=1783585072"},{"product_id":"jacks-private-camp-343614","title":"Jack's Private Camp","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn an enigmatic landscape of perfect silence, discover a haven of peace, privacy and desert opulence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJack’s Private Camp promises a new interpretation of an iconic experience in the world of luxury African safaris. This private retreat combines the signature style of Jack’s Camp with exclusivity and flexibility unmatched in this extraordinary corner of Africa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreated to cater for the unique demands of discerning multi-generational travellers, adventurous families, privately-guided small groups – and those simply seeking a desert safari out of the spotlight – Jack’s Private Camp offers an oasis of exclusivity amid one of the world’s most remarkable desert landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a private guide, and full staff complement on hand to curate each day, guests at Jack’s Private Camp can expect a truly bespoke discovery of the otherworldly Makgadikgadi Pans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn an enigmatic landscape of perfect silence, discover a haven of peace, privacy and desert opulence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJack’s Private Camp promises a new interpretation of an iconic experience in the world of luxury African safaris. This private retreat combines the signature style of Jack’s Camp with exclusivity and flexibility unmatched in this extraordinary corner of Africa.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCreated to cater for the unique demands of discerning multi-generational travellers, adventurous families, privately-guided small groups – and those simply seeking a desert safari out of the spotlight – Jack’s Private Camp offers an oasis of exclusivity amid one of the world’s most remarkable desert landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith a private guide, and full staff complement on hand to curate each day, guests at Jack’s Private Camp can expect a truly bespoke discovery of the otherworldly Makgadikgadi Pans.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WETU","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43761817649211,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}]}],"url":"https:\/\/plekify.com\/collections\/place-makgadikgadi-salt-pans.oembed","provider":"Plekify","version":"1.0","type":"link"}