About this place
Kalahari Tented Camp stands on a dune ridge in the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, looking out over the dry bed of the Auob River and a waterhole below. The setting is pure Kalahari, red dunes, sparse camelthorn trees and a vast pale sky, in one of the most remote and atmospheric wilderness areas in southern Africa.
The camp is well known for the game that moves along the riverbed and gathers at the waterhole, where gemsbok, springbok and wildebeest draw the predators the Kgalagadi is famous for, including the black-maned Kalahari lion, cheetah and leopard. Dawn and dusk at the waterhole are the highlights of any stay.
Accommodation is in desert tents built of canvas and timber, each with its own kitchen and shaded veranda. There is a swimming pool to escape the midday heat. This is a place for big silence, clear night skies and unhurried game watching from your own doorstep.
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Availability
Any available room
4 rooms, sleeps 2 to 4
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October 2026
November 2026
A night is shown as unavailable only when every room is taken.
Where you'll sleep
Choose a room type. We confirm availability with SANParks once you send your dates.
Desert Tent DT2
Own kitchen
2 guests
Sleeps up to 2 adults. Base rate covers 2 adults. Features - 1 bedroom with 2 single beds - Beware of hyenas in camp. Do not feed them - Gas and solar energy - Kitchen - Mata-Mata 3km away - No additional persons allowed - No smoking - Un-fenced camp - WC and shower - Wooden deck and braai
Desert Tent DTZ2
Accessible unit · Own kitchen
2 guests
Sleeps up to 2 adults. Base rate covers 2 adults. Features - 1 bedroom with 2 single beds - Beware of hyenas in camp. Do not feed them - Gas and solar energy - Kitchen - Mata-Mata 3km away - No additional persons allowed - No smoking - Un-fenced camp - Unit accessible to the mobility challenged - WC and shower - Wooden deck and braai
Family Desert Tent FDT4
Own kitchen
4 guests
Sleeps up to 4 adults. Features - 1 bunk bed - 2 single beds - Beware of hyenas in camp. Do not feed them - Gas and solar energy - Kitchen - Mata-Mata 3km away - No additional persons allowed - No smoking - Un-fenced camp - WC and shower - Wooden deck and braai
Honeymoon Desert Tent HMT2
Own kitchen
2 guests
Sleeps up to 2 adults. Base rate covers 2 adults. Features - 1 double bed - Beware of hyenas in camp. Do not feed them - Gas and solar energy - Kitchen - Mata-Mata 3km away - No additional persons allowed - No smoking - Un-fenced camp - WC, shower and bath - Wooden deck and braai
Nature
What lives at Kalahari Tented Camp
23 animals, 97 birds and 3 trees and plants recorded here or nearby.
These are records, not promises. Wild animals and birds move, so sightings are never guaranteed.
Important information
Check-in and check-out
Check-in Time
14:00 - 18:00
Please arrange your arrival within this time window. If you need to arrive outside these hours, please contact the host in advance.
Check-out Time
By 10:00
Please ensure you check out by this time to allow for cleaning and preparation for the next guests.
Cancellation and changes50% refund 30+ days
Refund schedule
- 50% refundcancel 30+ days before check-in
- No refundwithin 30 days of check-in
Please note that some accommodations may have their own specific cancellation policies that differ from our standard policy. These will be clearly indicated on the accommodation's page or during the booking process.
For any questions regarding cancellations or to request a cancellation, please contact our customer support team.
Pet policyNo pets
Pet policy
Pets are not allowed
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Payment terms
Payment is required at the time of booking to secure your reservation.
Cancellation PolicyStrict
- 50% refundcancel 30+ days before check-in
- No refundwithin 30 days of check-in
Note: The 2.5% conservation contribution, payment processing fees, and any applicable referral commissions are non-refundable in the event of cancellation. Conservation contribution fees (2.5%) support conservation and community projects in the destinations you visit. Payment processing fees are absorbed by Spekboom for completed bookings, but cannot be recovered once a booking is cancelled. Referral commissions, where applicable, are paid to the referring party upon booking confirmation.
Payout Protection: Guest payments are held until the free cancellation window passes. This protects guests who cancel within their cancellation window and ensures hosts receive guaranteed payouts after the cancellation period ends.
House rules
Guests are expected to respect the house rules of each accommodation. These rules will be provided upon booking confirmation.
Liability
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Kalahari Tented Camp located?
Kalahari Tented Camp is in Northern Cape, South Africa. The map on this page shows the area.
How many guests can Kalahari Tented Camp accommodate?
DT2 (DESERT TENT) sleeps 2, DTZ2 (DESERT TENT) sleeps 2, FDT4 (FAMILY DESERT TENT) sleeps 4 and HMT2 (HONEYMOON DESERT TENT) sleeps 2.
How do I book Kalahari Tented Camp?
Pick dates on this Spekboom page and request availability. We confirm with SANParks, they assign the unit, then you pay on Spekboom. Nearby Spekboom stays book the same way if you want to mix nights inside the park with a stay outside.
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