Larger than Denmark or Switzerland, and bigger than Lesotho and Swaziland combined, the 52,800 square kilometre Central Kalahari Game Reserve, which was set up in 1961, is the second largest game reserve in the world. Situated right in the centre of Botswana, this reserve is characterised by vast open plains, saltpans and ancient riverbeds. Varying from sand dunes with many species of trees and shrubs in the north, to flat bushveld in the central area, the reserve is more heavily wooded in the south, with mophane forests to the south and east. Rainfall is sparse and sporadic and can vary from 170 to 700 millimetres per year.

The people commonly known throughout the world as Bushmen, but more properly referred to as the Basarwa or San, have been resident in and around the area for probably thousands of years. Originally nomadic hunters and gathers, the lifestyle of the Basarwa has gradually changed with the times and they now live in settlements, some of which are situated within the southern half of the Central Kalahari Game Reserve. Government is, however, encouraging these people to move to areas outside the reserve in order that they may be provided with modem facilities, schools, clinics, etc. and to integrate them into modern society. Read more about the Bushmen here: www.bushmenpeople.com

Places to visit:

A luxury safari lodge. An African - Kalahari experience, with Bushman at hand. The main complex boasts a dining room; lounge and bar. From the deck you can view activities at the nearby water hole. A curio shop and small library . An inviting swimming pool, as well as a boma for night time meals under the africa sky.
Accommodation
Eight private units, each consisting of a twin bedroom, a lounge a Victorian style bathroom with an outside shower, a private deck.
Acitivities include:
Game Drives, bushmen walks, walking safaris, bird watching

Welcome to Haina Kalahari Lodge on the northern border of the Central Kalahari Game Reserve in Botswana. Classically African, relaxed and informal accommodation is offered in luxury safari tents. The main boma of wood and thatch houses the lounge, dining room and bar area. Mobile overnight and day trip safaris are offered into the Game Reserve.
Accommodation
6 Luxury Safari Tents & 4 Super Luxuy Safari Tents, Each consisting of a bedroom with en-suite bathroom and a private deck.
Acitivities include:
Game drives, quad bike safari and an experience with the local Bushmen people.

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