The main lodge has fresh breezes off the plains and spectacular views of wildlife at Chem Chem Lodge, Lake Manyara National Park, Tanzania
Observe the wildlife from the comfort of the tentsr at Chem Chem Lodge, Lake Manyara National Park, Tanzania
A twin bed tent overlooks the plainsr at Chem Chem Lodge, Lake Manyara National Park, Tanzania
A double tent with elegant African-inspired decor at Chem Chem Lodge, Lake Manyara National Park, Tanzania
The Kalahari
The southern Kalahari receives somewhat more rain than the central Kalahari due to its local climatic conditions, allowing it to support a large diversity of life. This has earned the region the nickname of “Green Kalahari”. It is a semi-arid grassland with wide open savannahs and a diversity of habitats, which has been inhabited by the Bushman for 20,000 years as hunter-gatherers who lived in a harmonious relationship with the environment. The Kalahari has remained a true wilderness area due to its unfavorable conditions for modern man.
The Kalahari
Central Kalahari Game Reserve is a huge reserve located in central Botswana within the Kalahari Desert. It is huge at over 20,000 square miles or over twice the size of Massachusetts. Despite its size, the reserve attracts very few visitors compared to more popular areas in Botswana.
During the dry season from July through October the landscape is parched and very much lives up to its name. The main attractions are desert adapted species like oryx, springbok and kudu. Lion and cheetah are also common as the main predators.
The Kalahari
Central Kalahari Game Reserve is a huge reserve located in central Botswana within the Kalahari Desert. It is huge at over 20,000 square miles or over twice the size of Massachusetts. Despite its size, the reserve attracts very few visitors compared to more popular areas in Botswana.
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During the dry season from July through October the landscape is parched and very much lives up to its name. The main attractions are desert adapted species like oryx, springbok and kudu. Lion and cheetah are also common as the main predators.
During the green season November through April, the area receives its only rainfall. The influx of moisture transforms the landscape from brown and barren to lush and green. The grasses explode and attract migratory herds from the Okavango and Chobe areas in search of fresh grazing. The predators tend to be following along looking for meals. Wildlife is still a bit scattered compared to more prolific safari areas, but this is the time of year we recommend most people visit.
This area is also the San Bushman home area. For all who visit we recommend taking the opportunity to interact with locals as this can be a huge highlight. Most camps here employ bushman guides who are adept at relating some of their unique culture while taking guests on guided walks.
Get a taste of Masai village life at Mara House, Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya
Learn about the fascinating Masai culture while visiting Masai villages near Mara House, Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya
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