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Thakadu Camp is a friendly and unique lodge close to Ghanzi. It is situated on a game farm and the natural setting provides a relaxed atmosphere for any weary traveler. The main buildings of this affordable lodge are situated around a natural pan with year-round water surrounded by ancient Leadwood trees. There is an excellent family restaurant overlooking this waterhole where you can watch the animals drinking while sipping on a cool drink and enjoying a meal. Thakadu Camp can easily be reached with any sedan car. The last 3km is a gravel road. This is the perfect overnight accommodation between northern and central Botswana and Namibia, or South Africa.
Thakadu Camp offers a variety of comfortable accommodation units. The chalets have air-conditioning and are spacious with three beds and a large bathroom. The Meru tents are en-suite and have all the amenities you might want after a long day on the road. All chalets and Meru tents have a deck where you can sit and relax. All rooms have tea and coffee facilities.
The campsite is well-equipped with electric points and neat communal ablutions.
Thakadu Camp and Lodge is situated 5km south of Ghanzi in central Botswana.
Perfectly safe to go for a walk on the property and there are trails laid out that can be used for walking, jogging, or cycling.
Each site has running water, electricity, plug points, a light for the campsite and a braai place.
The pool is located near the bar where you can relax and have a cold drink
The Rampant Aardvark has become known for good food, cold beers and good times.
An underground hide lets you view the vultures up close and learn facts regarding these important birds.
Bar is always well stocked and cold, with seating overlooking the waterhole or pool.
The pan next to the restaurant, is a magnificent gathering point for a variety of birds. Various antelope visit the waterhole to quench their thirst much to the delight of guests. Among them you may see eland, springbok and wildebeest. You might even be lucky to hear a lion roaring.
Horse trails, game walks, San walks, traditional San dancing and guided trips into the surrounding wilderness areas are some of the activities that can be arranged
BOTSWANA
From Thakadu, it will take you 3 hours to drive the 260 km to Kang along the Trans Kgalagadi Highway, where we recommend the Kang Ultra Stop or Kalahari Rest. If you decide to visit the Okavango Delta, stay a night at Thamalakane River Lodge or Island Safari Lodge near Maun in Botswana. Near Gaborone, we recommend Mokolodi Nature Reserve for self-catering (self-contained) accommodation in a nature reserve 12 km south of Gaborone. In Francistown, Thakadu Camp is proudly associated with hotels such as Thapama Hotel, Marang Gardens Hotel, and Woodlands Stopover self-catering (self-contained) accommodation.
NAMIBIA
If you plan a visit to Namibia after your holiday at Thakadu Camp, contact Temba Namibia for a tailor-made tour. You will most likely start your Namibian holiday in Swakopmund, where you can stay at the Swakopmund Hotel. Your next stop will most likely be Etosha Lodge, just south of Etosha National Park.
ZIMBABWE
Thakadu Camp recommends a visit to Zimbabwe. Our favorite place is Victoria Falls where you can stay in luxury accommodation at A'zambezi River Lodge, Cresta Sprayview or Ilala Lodge. The Rest Camp at Vic Falls offer basic and budget friendly accommodation near the falls. Travelling down to Hwange National Park we would recommend Hwange Safari Lodge best place to view game.
Temba Zimbabwe Safaris arranges self-drive tours in Zimbabwe. Contact Temba Zimbabwe Safaris and let us tailor-make a tour to suit your needs. Temba uses a variety of hotels and lodges in Botswana, South Africa, and the Okavango Delta.
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