If you would like to experience a stay in Nxai Pan as part of an unforgettable safari trip in Southern Africa, please contact us! We will create your very own personalised CONSAFARITY for you, always taking into account your individual ideas, wishes and possibilities.
The most important facts at a glance
The nine thatched chalets and the main area of the camp face a waterhole that is frequently visited by elephants and cheetahs. From late December to early April in particular, migrating herds of zebra can also be found here, although this ultimately depends entirely on the summer rains in Botswana, which influence the animals' migration cycle.
The minimalist, brightly coloured design of the camp is in harmony with the surrounding white of the salt pans. The main area of Nxai Pan includes a spacious open-air lounge and dining area including a bar, pool and gift shop. The camp accommodates a maximum of eighteen guests in its chalets. The buildings are specially designed to provide a constant and comfortable temperature all year round, as the seasonal temperatures can vary from 0°C to over 45°C.
Nxai Pan Camp Highlights:
- One of very few accommodations in Nxai Pan National Park
- Spectacular views of vast, open plains
- Immediate location near a waterhole frequented by animals
- Proximity to the impressive Makgadikgadi Salt Pans
- Modern, stylish design
- Guided bushwalks with the San
- Day trips to the "Baines' Baobabs" group of baobab trees
The best time to travel
Day trips to Baines' Baobabs are particularly popular and include a picnic lunch on site. This ancient group of baobab trees was immortalized in paintings by the artist and adventurer Thomas Baines in 1862. Comparing Baines' paintings with the current scene, it becomes clear that after 150 years, the trees look almost identical.
Another classic activity in Nxai Pan is a bushwalk with the San. Together with a San tracker, you'll take an "informative walk" not far from the camp. During such a bushwalk, you'll learn more about how the ancient hunter-gatherer people hunted, found food and water sources, and used plants for medicinal purposes. The San's wealth of authentic bush knowledge is unparalleled and is a highlight of many guests' desert stays.