{"id":17210,"date":"2014-09-05T08:45:42","date_gmt":"2014-09-05T08:45:42","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.mapsofworld.com\/travel\/?p=17210"},"modified":"2022-09-19T10:59:49","modified_gmt":"2022-09-19T10:59:49","slug":"central-kalahari-game-reserve-botswana","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mapsofworld.com\/travel\/destinations\/botswana\/central-kalahari-game-reserve-botswana\/","title":{"rendered":"Central Kalahari Game Reserve In Botswana"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n
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Capture Africa at its untamed best in Central Kalahari Game Reserve.<\/p><\/div>\n

The thrill of venturing into game reserves to encounter the wild beasts from a close range is peerless, and Botswana captures the essence of wildlife. Experience the stillness of time in a jungle lodge or confront the remoteness, wilderness, intense solitude, and unforgiving climate in Central Kalahari Game Reserve \u2013 all at once. The virtually featureless expanse \u2013 which seems light years away from urban sprawls \u2013 yields a chance to see Africa at its untamed best. So, acquire a copy of Cry of the Kalahari to get the lay of the land and admire the tenacity of the San people in this thirst-land.<\/p>\n

History<\/h2>\n

The game reserve was established in 1961 to conserve wildlife and uphold the traditions of Bushmen who are the inhabitants of the Kalahari for the past 30,000 years.<\/p>\n

Things to Do in Central Kalahari Game Reserve<\/h2>\n

Game Drives<\/strong> \u2013 Game drives and bush walks uncloaks the captivating wildlife and compelling culture of the Central Kalahari. Embark in a open 4×4 safari vehicle to spot the predators abound like Kalahari lions, African leopards, South African cheetah, brown hyena, and black-backed jackals. Giraffes, wild dogs, warthogs, antelope, kudu, and springbok are other common residents.<\/p>\n

Head off to the great spectacle of Deception Valley<\/strong> \u2013 a 50-mile-long ancient riverbed \u2013 where mirages take place. When the night is nigh, set up your tent, dine out under the \u201cstarry starry skies\u201d of the Kalahari, and be lulled to sleep by accompanying sounds of African wilderness.<\/p>\n

Other Activities<\/strong> \u2013 The Kalahari is a journey into ancient customs, unusual creatures, and sheer silence. Fascinating cultural experiences in settlements allow an authentic insight into the lives of Bushman clans. Learn tool building and arrow shooting techniques, attend musical dance demonstrations, take a nature walk in the Makgadikgadi salt pans that support tens of thousands of migrating flamingos in the wet summer season.<\/p>\n

If you want to dabble with astronomy, stargazing is good pastime here. Also, camping safaris remain the most popular way to explore the semi-arid Valley and lately two lodges have been set up for those looking to find comfort.<\/p>\n

World Heritage Sites<\/strong> \u2013 Tsodilo Hills and Okavango Delta are two UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Botswana. Visit the ancient rock paintings of San people at Tsodilo Hills or get an old-style dugout canoe to paddle through the lush water wonderland of Okavango Delta \u2013 among the largest inland deltas in the world. Cruise through the maze-like channels of the delta in a mokoro (traditional wooden boat), explore the lily-covered lagoons and palm-fringed islands, and enjoy horseback safaris and elephant safaris led by experienced guides.<\/p>\n

Nearby Attractions<\/h2>\n

Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Makgadikgadi Pans National Park, Khutse Game Reserve, Okavango Delta, Tsodilo Hills, and Chobe National Park.<\/p>\n

Central Kalahari Game Reserve Map<\/h2>\n