Jack's Camp
Jack's Camp is located deep in the Kalahari Desert on the edge of the Makgadikgadi Pans, the largest saltpans in the world. Jack's Camp is a classic desert safari camp and fits in perfectly with the beautiful surroundings.
The accommodation at Jack's Camp is comfortable and in keeping with the character of the Makgadikgadi. The camp consists of ten large walk-in tents, each with private en suite bathroom with flush toilet and shower. The main facilities at the camp include a mess tent for dining and a tea tent with Persian carpet cushions for socialising. After the rains (December to April), there can be enormous herds of wildebeest, zebra and springbok, with the accompanying predators, on the open grasslands.
The summer rains also leave a warm shallow layer of water that entices waterfowl and flamingos. Knowledgeable guides accompany activities in open 4x4 vehicles custom designed for this terrain. In the dry winter months, all-purpose ATV vehicles (a four wheeler motorcycle / quad bike) are available, allowing guests to travel across the saltpans.
Walks with a Bushman tracker and a visit to Chapman's Baobab - the historical baobab tree used by Livingstone, Selous and other early explorers - are activities also on offer.
For more information on Shide Camp, Okavango Delta or any part of a holiday to Botswana, please contact Mandy, our Botswana specialist on 01285 650 011.
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