Namibia, South Africa · Safari

3-Day Kgalagadi Safari from Upington with Khomani San Visit

3 Days Round trip from Upington Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Guided game drives through the vast desert landscapes of Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park
  • 02 Visit the Norokei Salt Pans and the Khomani San Bushmen cultural site
  • 03 Search for Kalahari lions, cheetahs, leopards, hyenas, and meerkats
  • 04 Enjoy birdwatching with over 260 species, including numerous raptors

Explore Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park on a 3-day safari from Upington, combining scenic desert drives, cultural encounters, and rewarding wildlife viewing. Visit the Norokei Salt Pans and the Khomani San Bushmen cultural site before heading into one of southern Africa's great wilderness areas. Search for Kalahari lions, leopards, cheetahs, hyenas, meerkats, and diverse birdlife, including numerous raptors. Stay in comfortable park chalets, enjoy included meals, and learn more about the unique landscapes and ecological secrets of the Kalahari Desert.

Wake up one hour before gate opening and begin a morning game drive towards Mata Mata along the dry Auob Riverbed.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Upington, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Upington to Twee Rivieren via Norokei Salt Pans

  • Depart Upington at 8:30 AM from your guesthouse and travel to Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park.
  • Stop at Norokei Salt Pans to experience a natural salt mine and visit the Khomani San Bushmen to view traditional art.
  • Arrive at Twee Rivieren around 12:30 PM and settle into your chalet for a short rest.
  • Embark on an afternoon game drive exploring the vast 38,000 square kilometre park until gate closing time.
  • Search for lions, leopards, cheetahs, spotted hyenas, gemsbok, hartebeest, springbok, wildebeest, and diverse birdlife, including raptors.

Overnight: Twee Rivieren Chalets
Meals: Light lunch and dinner

2
Day 02

Game Drive to Mata Mata along the Auob Riverbed

  • Wake up one hour before gate opening and begin a morning game drive towards Mata Mata along the dry Auob Riverbed.
  • Search for the famous Kalahari Lion and desert species, including meerkats.
  • Arrive at Mata Mata in the afternoon and check into your chalet.
  • Depart for an afternoon game drive to further explore this remote section of the park.

Overnight: Mata Mata Chalets
Meals: Breakfast, light lunch and dinner

3
Day 03

Return to Upington through the Kalahari

  • Wake up one hour before the gates open and begin your southern journey through the park.
  • Learn about the unique landscapes and ecological secrets of the Kalahari Desert during guided drives.
  • Travel for approximately four to five hours towards Twee Rivieren.
  • Depart the park around midday and return to Upington, arriving in the late afternoon to conclude the tour.

Meals: Breakfast and light lunch

Norokei Salt Pans, Khomani San Bushmen, dry Auob Riverbed, Kalahari Desert

Where this trip takes you

Norokei Salt Pans, Khomani San Bushmen, dry Auob Riverbed, Kalahari Desert

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Upington 2 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Vehicle
  • Fuel
  • Driver/guide
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • Bottled water - 2 x 500 ml per day

What's Not Included

  • Conservation fee of R576 per international guest per day, payable at the park
  • Snacks between meals
  • Alcoholic and soft drinks
  • Optional night or sunset drives with park rangers

What to bring

  • Binoculars
  • Sunblock
  • Hat
  • Closed shoes for evenings
  • Insect repellent
  • Torch
  • Toiletries

Know before you go

  • Keep luggage to a minimum.
  • Towels, linen, and cutlery are supplied.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Upington, South Africa
Tour start
Upington, South Africa
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Upington.

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