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Central Kalahari Honeymoon

A Central Kalahari Honeymoon offers a unique and unforgettable experience. Especially for couples seeking a remote, authentic, and intimate safari adventure.

Here’s a breakdown of why it’s a great choice for a honeymoon:

1. Unparalleled Seclusion and Intimacy

The Central Kalahari Game Reserve is one of the most remote and least visited reserves in Southern Africa. Its immense size; the second largest wildlife reserve in the world; means you’ll often feel like you have the entire wilderness to yourselves. This seclusion is perfect for a romantic getaway. Allowing honeymooners to truly disconnect from the world and focus on each other.

2. Unique Wildlife and Landscapes

While the Central Kalahari is not a typical “Big Five” destination, it offers a distinct and fascinating safari experience. The vast, golden grasslands, fossil river valleys, and sweeping pans create a stunning, dramatic backdrop.

Key wildlife attractions include:
Black-maned Lions:
The rare and majestic Kalahari lions, with their distinctive dark manes, have adapted to the arid conditions and are a major draw.
Cheetahs:
The open plains provide ideal hunting conditions for cheetahs, making the CKGR one of the best places in Africa to witness a high-speed chase.
Large Herds:
During and after the rainy season, the northern parts of the reserve teem with large herds of springbok, gemsbok, wildebeest, and other antelopes, which in turn attract predators.
Nocturnal Animals:
You have the chance to see unique nocturnal species like aardvarks and bush babies.

3. Starry Nights and Authentic Experiences

The remote location of the CKGR, far from any light pollution, results in some of the most breathtaking night skies on Earth. Stargazing is a highlight of any trip here.

Beyond game drives, you can also engage in:
Nature Walks:
Go on walks with local San people to learn about their traditional knowledge and culture.
Bush Dinners:
Many lodges offer romantic, private dinners set up in the heart of the bush, under the stars. For an intimate and magical dining experience.
Wilderness Drives:
Explore the vast, untamed wilderness on a guided game drive.

4. When to Go for a Central Kalahari Honeymoon

The best time to visit the Central Kalahari depends on what you want to experience.

  • Dry Season (May to October): This is generally considered the peak safari season. The weather is cooler and drier, and the wildlife congregates around the few remaining water sources. Making game viewing easier.
  • Wet Season / Green Season (December to March): This period is particularly special for the Central Kalahari. The arid landscape transforms into vibrant green plains, and large herds of grazers migrate to the area. It is also the calving season, attracting predators and offering spectacular sightings of baby animals. This is often regarded as the best time for wildlife viewing in the CKGR itself, though some roads can become muddy.

5. Luxurious and Intimate Accommodations

Botswana’s approach to tourism focuses on low-impact, high-cost safaris, which means the lodges are generally luxurious and exclusive. In the Central Kalahari, you can find a range of accommodations. From rustic tented camps to ultra-luxurious lodges that provide a high level of comfort, privacy, and tailored service. Many of these camps are set in remote locations, ensuring you have a secluded and romantic base for your adventures.

Central Kalahari lodges that have honeymoon offers:

We are still adding more camps that have honeymoon offers but can do them all, so drop us a line by clicking on the ‘Get Quote Now’ button below.

Or, use these links if you are looking for Botswana honeymoon accommodation in:
Chobe and Savute,
Makgadikgadi and Nxai,
Okavango Delta.