Tau Pan Camp is the first semi-permanent camp to be situated inside the Central Kalahari Game Reserve, right on the edge of the beautiful Tau Pan, commanding stunning views of the permanent Tau Pan water hole and the endless Kalahari horizon. December to April is when this region comes into its own with a plethora of plains game and predators, including the Kalahari black-maned lion, and there are usually very few others to share the scene with.
Tau Pan has 9 airy and spacious custom-built desert chalets, with impressive views through the full-length gauze screens. The crescent-shaped main area has expansive views and encompasses the communal dining and bar areas, leading in turn to the fire pit, viewing deck, and plunge pool.
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See oryx, desert-adapted springbok, jackals and brown hyena
Nature walks with Bushman trackers
A desert camp - a perfect contrast to the rest of Botswana
Star-gazing unrivaled by most other locations on earth
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8 Rooms & 1 Family Room
All Ages
Open All Year
Family Rooms
All Inclusive
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INSIDER TIP
"Spend a night on the camp's sleep-out deck in a remote and isolated part of the Kalahari Desert, where the light pollution is minimal to none, and consequently, the stargazing is simply magnificent."
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Adventures and activities to ensure lifetime memories are made. From unforgettable thrills to indulgent relaxation, choose those that appeal most.
4WD Safari
Guided Walking Safari
Cultural Experience
Kids Bushcraft
Food Experiences
Star Gazing/Star Bed
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Charlotte Koepke, 18th April 2023
vacation to Tau Pan Camp
The Kalahari has been calling me for years. Tau Pan Camp far exceeded my expectations. Starting with my outstanding guides, Alex and Sans, and tracker, Scooper, as well as the more than adequate lodgings (gotta love that outdoor shower) and supportive staff who went above and beyond to make my adve…
Tau Pan did not have such a variety of animals close by ... or activities. We saw many more species when we went on a day trip to Deception Valley but it was a hard day's driving. I liked this camp least - the staff seemed less happy too. However, I did find the dessert quite an amazing.
This was better than we expected. Sightings of bat eared fox and cape fox, cheetah and leopard. The San tracker was particularly good. We much enjoyed his talk and demonstration on the way of life of the San.
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8 Rooms & 1 Family Room
All Ages
Open All Year
Family Rooms
All Inclusive
4WD Safari
Guided Walking Safari
Cultural Experience
Kids Bushcraft
Food Experiences
Star Gazing/Star Bed
