Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park South Africa Travel Guide
Official app for park information, rules, and booking management (with signal).
Download offline maps of the Northern Cape and Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park; GPS works without mobile signal.
A reliable weather app for monitoring conditions and planning daily activities given extreme temperatures.
Apps like "Roberts Birds of Southern Africa" or "Sasol Mammals of Southern Africa" for species identification.
Search "Kgalagadi safari" or "Kalahari wildlife" for travel podcasts or documentaries.
Sanparks.org - Main source for accommodation, fees, rules, and general information.
Sanparks.org/parks/kgalagadi - Detailed park activities, facilities, and contact details.
For up-to-date visa and entry requirements (search official government site).
For information on the Botswana side of the park and camp bookings.
Follow official SANParks channels (Facebook, X/Twitter, Instagram) for updates and wildlife sightings.
Purchase detailed and accurate maps of Kgalagadi at park shops (e.g., Twee Rivieren reception) or online before your trip.
Indispensable for identifying diverse flora and fauna. Options include "Sasol Birds of Southern Africa" and "Sasol Mammals of Southern Africa."
"Cry of the Kalahari" by Mark and Delia Owens is a classic non-fiction account of wildlife research in the Kalahari.
Gain a deep appreciation for the resilience and adaptations of wildlife thriving in harsh desert conditions.
Through initiatives like !Xaus Lodge, learn about the traditional ways and profound bush knowledge of the San people.
The Kgalagadi teaches patience; long hours of quiet observation often lead to incredible wildlife sightings.
Program SANParks emergency contact into your phone immediately upon entry. The nearest hospital is a significant drive to Upington.
Vast, unfenced expanses offer profound silence and immense horizons.
Unparalleled predator-prey interactions in their natural habitat.
Low light pollution provides spectacular stargazing, with the Milky Way overhead.
Cultivates a slower, more observant approach to life, rewarded by sightings.
Dealing with minor vehicle issues or managing supplies sharpens skills and builds confidence.
The immersive experience fosters a , more personal bond with nature.
The Kgalagadi's unique light and subjects are ideal for wildlife photography.
Embrace the quiet pace. Being present fosters observation of the subtle wonders around you.
Leave nothing but footprints, take nothing but photographs. Your actions help preserve the Kgalagadi for future generations.
