Type: Lodge

Offers: Located just outside Ghanzi in Botswana, Kukama Bush Camp offers a peaceful retreat into the heart of the Kalahari. Here, time slows down as you unwind in nature—watching wildlife gather at the camp’s waterhole or enjoying a refreshing dip in the plunge pool overlooking a quiet pan. Accommodation is available in four twin-bedded, en-suite safari-style chalets—Leopard, Giraffe, Oryx, and Vulture—each with its own private veranda that opens out onto stunning Kalahari views. Surrounded by the iconic landscapes of the Kalahari—endless sand dunes, golden grasslands, and big skies—Kukama invites you to experience more than just scenery. Discover the rich cultural heritage of the region’s local communities, including the San people, who have called this land home for thousands of years. Learn about their traditional way of life, language, and ancient survival skills passed down through generations. Whether you're in search of stillness, scenic beauty, or cultural immersion, Kukama Bush Camp delivers a truly authentic experience in one of Botswana’s most unique desert environments.

Activities: At Kukama Bush Camp, adventure goes beyond the surface. Their curated activities invite you to connect deeply with the land, its wildlife, and its people. Whether you're seeking cultural enrichment or rare wildlife encounters, each experience is designed to leave a lasting impression. Walk with the San – The First People of the Kalahari Step into the ancient world of the San people on a guided walk through the bush. Learn firsthand how these expert trackers find food and water, craft fire from local materials, and hunt using traditional bows and arrows. As you move quietly through the Kalahari with your San guides, you’ll witness the incredible knowledge and harmony they share with their environment. After sunset, gather around the fire to enjoy their captivating traditional dances—an unforgettable celebration of story, rhythm, and survival. Vulture Hide Experience – A Rare and Powerful Encounter With Botswana’s vulture population under threat due to toxic livestock medication, Kukama Bush Camp plays a small but meaningful role in conservation. They provide safe, medication-free carcasses to support these endangered scavengers—and offer guests a unique opportunity to observe them up close. From their specially designed underground hide, you can witness the raw power and beauty of vultures feeding—an extraordinary photo opportunity and an up-close lesson in the fragile balance of nature. Whether you’re tracing the footsteps of ancient cultures or quietly observing wildlife in its rawest form, each experience at Kukama Bush Camp brings you closer to the soul of the Kalahari.

Languages: English and Afrikaans