Camping in the Central Kalahari

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The Central Kalahari Game Reserve, or CKGR, is located in central Botswana. This is the largest and by far the most remote reserve in southern Africa and the second largest in the world. It covers a whopping 52,000 square km.
Crossing the Central Kalahari has been a long-time dream of mine. March 2020 would see us cross the reserve from North to South. Join me as I review Kori, Sunday pan, Letiahau, Xade, Bape, Molose and Khutse!
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@GetOutGO 4 жыл бұрын

Join me as I go camping in the Central Kalahari; an experience I won't soon forget!

@b.davis.wildlife 4 жыл бұрын

Your videos are the reason I haven't gone insane during this lockdown, thank you!

@GetOutGO 4 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it! I'm going nuts here, can't wait to get back out there!

@gavinsmith28 4 жыл бұрын

Remember doing this in 1996 or so, when you needed a permit! So looking forward to going back... In those days, there were no set camps, or discernible tracks!

@GetOutGO 4 жыл бұрын

Even with camps and tracks it's still an adventure, definitely go back!

@michaelkrafft84 4 жыл бұрын

Imagine how that area looked like 50 years ago. Hardly any road, no tourist and with much more game. It was fantastic and really a great experience. Enjoy

@GetOutGO 4 жыл бұрын

I would've loved to see that! I must say it's still an adventure even now though. I think we probably saw 3 other cars in 12 days.

@karlbeaton1279 4 жыл бұрын

took me down memory lane - one of the most beautiful parts of the world - well done on capturing the trip

@GetOutGO 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Karl!

@martinbasson8978 4 жыл бұрын

Great video, thanks for sharing, very informative!

@GetOutGO 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Martin!

@petebeach2087 3 жыл бұрын

Hello and thanks for your great videos here on KZfaq. My wife and I miss Africa very much. Currently no travel possible from Germany due to the pandemic. Your videos and those of your gang, 4X4ventures, Edward Bath, and My Life in Africa, are a consolation during this time. I hope you all get through this time well. Thanks for your effort, greetings George

@GetOutGO 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks George, appreciate the kind words and thanks for watching! Here's hoping we can get over this craziness soon 👍

@ingerjakobsen4932 4 жыл бұрын

Spectacular! Such an amazing view of the CKGR. Loved it!

@GetOutGO 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot!

@RyanCrocker 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent episode Chris, and what a trip this was. Great visuals and the VO information is spot on. Amazing place the Central Kalahari is. Now just to get past the lockdown. Can’t wait to see your next one.

@GetOutGO 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ryan! Can't wait for this lockdown to end!

@gerbrandtwolmarans1766 4 жыл бұрын

Yes man! Lekker vid Chris, so useful. Can't wait to get back there to camp out some of those hidden gems you reviewed. Keep sending it!

@GetOutGO 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Gerbrandt!

@ferdischenck7990 4 жыл бұрын

This is great content, informative and entertaining. Thoroughly enjoyed it and can't wait to visit the CKGR soon.

@GetOutGO 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ferdi! Definitely not a place you're going to forget anytime soon!

@johnjewson82 4 жыл бұрын

Nice one Chris, those Painted Dogs - wow! Seeing the camps at Khutse and Molose brought back great memories. Keen to do this trip again!

@GetOutGO 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks John!

@greatsouthernoverland 4 жыл бұрын

Well that was amazing!!! thank you very much:D I get more fired up for a self drive trip each time I watch these episodes from you guys. Thanks from Aus

@GetOutGO 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Vik! A self-drive trip to Botswana never disappoints 😉

@61sunset 4 жыл бұрын

Oh wow, really loved watching this. I miss and long for Africa so much! To see the sunset and hear the lions roar whilst sitting around a fire.... nothing better !! Thanks so much for sharing with us, your adventure !

@GetOutGO 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you, glad you enjoyed it!

@davehowell6453 4 жыл бұрын

Christoff, mate! Thoroughly enjoyed your vid. Just so relaxed and enjoyable. I've just lit the fire here in my lounge - it is colder than a witch's tit here north of Auckland. But my heart is warm - overflowing with the sights and sounds of Botswana. I was booked on Qantas to fly to South Africa on 16 April, but the China virus dealt to me. So here I am, in cold and lonely (but beautiful NZ), dreaming of the Kalahari. You are keeping me sane, mate! Thank you and God bless, Dave

@GetOutGO 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Dave, glad you enjoyed it! It's freezing over here as well. We're still stuck in lockdown here so would also rather be in the CKGR right now!

@deonvangreuning555 4 жыл бұрын

Great vid Christoff, really enjoyed it with comprehensive feedback.

@GetOutGO 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Deon, glad you enjoyed it!

@Chris8duvenage 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent video Chris, well done on the editing and the quality of the material. Keep it up.

@GetOutGO 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Chris!

@gideondewet4890 Жыл бұрын

Was there at corigas nr.1 will soon go again love your video's keep the good work up 😂

@driesoberholzer8689 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome information and great photography. Thanks for the upload.

@GetOutGO 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Dries!

@braamsnyman 4 жыл бұрын

Looks like an amazing trip! The footage is awesome and for a moment my laptop felt like it was my car’s windshield. It’s such an immersive experience watching your videos.

@GetOutGO 4 жыл бұрын

It was epic! Glad you enjoyed it, thanks for watching!

@alanjones511 3 жыл бұрын

Great stuff Chris ! Rapidly becoming one of my fav KZfaqrs. No fluff- to the point and informative. Excellent 👍

@GetOutGO 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, thanks Alan!

@stevetheleave2374 4 жыл бұрын

Amazing video as always, such beautiful views of nature. This the type of video that really makes you glad you live on this beautiful African Continent. And also makes you want to get out there into nature really bad. Great stuff !

@GetOutGO 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! We're indeed fortunate to call Africa home!

@suvenmoodley6831 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent footage Christoff! Definitely inspired to follow in your footsteps

@GetOutGO 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Suven!

@herbertefox6000 4 жыл бұрын

Absolutely "AWESOME " video Chris 👍👌✌⛺🐾

@GetOutGO 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Herbert! 👍

@seabe8038 3 жыл бұрын

This is honesty thee best informative video i have seen about CKGR. Thank you for the video.

@GetOutGO 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Prudence!

@byrontappin147 4 жыл бұрын

Great footage Christoff! Absolutely magic scenery! Definitely no place like Africa!

@GetOutGO 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Byron!

@EdwardBath 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome video Chris! Really enjoyed this one 🙌

@GetOutGO 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate! Can't wait for the next trip!

@andreasbaumann1300 Жыл бұрын

Great report. Will visit CKGR in November 2023!

@GetOutGO Жыл бұрын

It’s an amazing place, enjoy!

@african7498 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing. One park in Botswana we have not yet visited - so great info.

@GetOutGO 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! My favourite park in Botswana!

@coadyg 4 жыл бұрын

Great video thanks for sharing. Make me yurn for the bush during these crazy covid times.

@GetOutGO 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! You and me both!

@reneebrown3766 3 жыл бұрын

...the wildlife in such healthy condition, as for the Giraffe standing in the golden grassland, iconic! X

@JamesCampbell_JAHC 4 жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed the video, thank you very much for posting. My company does diamond prospecting in the CKGR (and elsewhere) and like many, the CKGR is one of my favourite places on the planet.

@JamesCampbell_JAHC 4 жыл бұрын

@Lungelo Mathenjwa Thank you for the opportunity to make a comment. I have three things I would like to say. First, my company is an explorer not a miner; second, I come from a rich legacy of diamond explorers who discovered Orapa and Jwaneng mines and in partnership with the visionary leadership of Sir Seretse Khama and the Batswana took Botswana from the poorest country in Africa to one of the richest and a model of government and development not only in Africa but around the world; thirdly, there is already a diamond mine in the CKGR which is sadly on care and maintenance at Ghaghoo (Gope). I think you will find this has an absolute minimal environmental footprint and does nothing to detract from others enjoying the CKGR as an area of outstanding natural beauty. Hope this helps?

@estebana.miralles3619 3 жыл бұрын

Wonderful indeed!! I love all your videos. Cheers from Philadelphia, US

@GetOutGO 3 жыл бұрын

Many thanks Esteban!

@cgouws27 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome video! I miss the Kalahari so much!

@GetOutGO 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Christoff! I wouldn't mind being back there now either!

@safaribros 3 жыл бұрын

Great stuff! Helps a lot - currently planning on another trip and first time to the CKGR in December and now bumped into your videos. Love it! Keep 'em coming. Oh, and I love hearing your beautiful South African accent. :-D

@GetOutGO 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Sam! Enjoy your trip!

@ginahochstein3716 4 жыл бұрын

You are so smart. Time well spent!

@GetOutGO 4 жыл бұрын

Absolutely, the Kalahari is an amazing place to spend your time in!

@eddientlaloramsmotlalomera4738 10 ай бұрын

Great video to watch. I would like to go camping in Botswana early next year. I have done camping 🏕 exercises on my Farm in Limpopo and it has been an experience.

@GetOutGO 10 ай бұрын

Thanks! You won’t be disappointed, I love Botswana!

@fwdadventuresza254 4 жыл бұрын

Fantastic scenery 👍🏻good company👌🏻

@GetOutGO 4 жыл бұрын

Always a great combo 👍

@djlmostert 4 жыл бұрын

wow dude. you make me jealous. :D. Well put together vid. That is Africa

@GetOutGO 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mnr!

@HoneyBadgerFarm 4 жыл бұрын

We were at Tau Pan in Dec 2019 before the world went off the rails. That was our second time in the Kalahari. We would love to do a self drive in the future.

@GetOutGO 4 жыл бұрын

I can't wait to get back there as well! Self-drive is definitely they best way to experience it 👍

@coadyg 4 жыл бұрын

Another great video well done 👏

@GetOutGO 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Garry!

@philippe3527 4 жыл бұрын

Because of lockdown I I am not allowed to come in Botswana , I have to report this travel from France , I was suppose to be in CKGR in June I hope situation will be better in septembre ... but not sure

@GetOutGO 4 жыл бұрын

Sorry to hear that! We can't cross the borders either at the moment. It looks like Botswana will open their borders early 2021, let's hold thumbs!

@scurdge2001 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! Thank you!

@GetOutGO 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@cantaygok 4 жыл бұрын

thank you, I love your videos...

@GetOutGO 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@mad_archviz6478 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome video man!

@GetOutGO 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Stefan!

@conloubser 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome vid!

@GetOutGO 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Con!

@ParasShahVlogs 3 жыл бұрын

So much quality of content for such a small youtuber. Your content is worth going live on TV channels!

@GetOutGO 3 жыл бұрын

😯 thanks, much appreciated!

@ParasShahVlogs 3 жыл бұрын

@@GetOutGO I just bought the same car you have here in India with the idea of using it for over landing like you. Although India doesn’t have camps like in Africa and Australia for 4x4 enthusiasts.

@zalisilezele7497 4 жыл бұрын

i like your narration style sweet,short to the point. i always feel you know much about your subject and yet you dingle a carrot so that i want more of you.

@GetOutGO 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Zalisile!

@mochabakampong4709 4 жыл бұрын

nice one guys

@GetOutGO 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@petervandommelen9733 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Christoff for your excellent video, very informative and inspiring. How difficult is navigating the CKGR? Need for special GPS? And what would you recommend as the best time of the year to visit? Thanks again

@GetOutGO Жыл бұрын

Thanks Peter! I’d recommend T4A (tracks4africa.co.za) on a Garmin. My personal preference is Mar - Jun

@inci3ion 3 жыл бұрын

Lekker Christoff!!

@rezajoseph3339 4 жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed this , thank you , what time of the year was this

@GetOutGO 4 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! This was March

@BushmanAOD 4 жыл бұрын

01:14 ''remember, there is no mobile reception in the reserve'' LEKKA! thats what its supposed to be about! New subscriber here, fellow Saffa living, 4wding and wild camping in the UK Swing by and say hello - cant wait to go through your archive Cheers Chris

@BushmanAOD 4 жыл бұрын

Also, Im a total Suzuki fan but have gotten so totally bored with all the damn Jimnys that plague almost all SA / Southern African 4x4 channels lately! Nice to see other vehicles ...

@GetOutGO 4 жыл бұрын

Yup, if isolation's what you're after, this is the place to be! Thanks for watching, hope you enjoy!

@BushmanAOD 4 жыл бұрын

@@GetOutGO cheers man

@sv_endless6340 3 жыл бұрын

I have been through Botswana with my super link tautliner Scania going to Congo to deliver a load. Was my first time in Botswana and Zambia and Congo. But i always want to go back to Botswana for a overlanding tour. Because just what i saw by driving with the truck, man Botswanan is beautiful. Now we do go camping and 4x4ing in south africa on weekends as we get chance. So i all ready have a basic idea of rough camping. Is there any place where i can look up what you take on a overlanding trip for instance central kalahari. I am use to just 2 to 3 days away camping rough in the bush, and you do not even need a fridge for such a short time. Great videos as always

@GetOutGO 3 жыл бұрын

I have a video coming out next week Tue going through my setup if you're interested 😉 It depends how far, where and how long you want to go. Central Kalahari for instance we crossed the entire reserve North to South and the trip was 11 days. I had +/- 5l water pppd, enough fuel for 1200km, dry food and fridge-freezer for cold storage. To power the fridge I have a dual battery system and solar power. If you're just going away for a couple of days for instance you might get away with a cooler box (a rotational molded one like Rogue or Romer) but for long term overlanding I highly suggest getting a fridge-freezer. This does mean additional expenses like a dual battery system unfortunately.

@shaun8309 4 жыл бұрын

Nice!

@GetOutGO 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Shaun!

@ulrichgoldschmidt9730 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome video. Loved the longer version. It does help with future bookings. I'm keen on Kalahari. Do you need a 4x4 or can you do it with a 2x4 to your camp sites?

@GetOutGO 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! In the winter you could probably get to some of the camps close to the gates but in the wet season or to cross the reserve you're going to need a 4x4

@ulrichgoldschmidt9730 4 жыл бұрын

@@GetOutGO thank you Christoff

@Paul-RSA 2 жыл бұрын

Love it!

@GetOutGO 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Paul!

@Paul-RSA 2 жыл бұрын

@@GetOutGO A question if I may, how much fuel does one need to take onboard in order to get between the farthest fuel stops? I'm considering the trip towing a camp trailer... cheers

@GetOutGO 2 жыл бұрын

@@Paul-RSA Hi Paul, it’s around 650km between Rakops and Lethlakeng (fuel stops). Lots of low range driving between Piper and Molose though so work on 1k km (incl game drives) on your worst fuel consumption. I used 155l diesel between Rakops and Molepolole (Lethlakeng was closed).

@Paul-RSA 2 жыл бұрын

@@GetOutGO Great thanks for the detailed response, appreciate it!

@Cocciuti 3 жыл бұрын

Wonderful video. This has been on my bucket list for many years now. Can you give any advice as to how to book a trip like this? Who does one contact? Are there travel agents that can do it all for you?

@GetOutGO 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I usually book directly. For the CKGR you need to book through DWNP and Bigfoot tours (DWNP can be challenging). You can use a travel agent like Ultimate Routes as well explore@ultimateroutes.co.za. Speak to Lea and say Christoff referred you ;)

@dirktheron3425 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent Christoff, love what the four of you guys bring to the enjoyment of others, especially your reviews, add enormous value to future bookings. In a way I am very sad, we would have left for CKGR in 10 days. Next year 😉💪🏻

@GetOutGO 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Dirk, only a pleasure! Sorry to hear that, I can only imagine how many travel plans have been cancelled. Hopefully we can get out there again soon!

@XplorAfrica 3 жыл бұрын

I still want to do this trip as well. We went there a few years ago, but only from the south and to Khutse and Molose for 3 days. What was your average petrol consumption through the CKGR?

@GetOutGO 2 жыл бұрын

Hi. My ave was around 8 km/l but the Xade and Bape went down to about 6 km/l, lots of thick sand, low range.

@Mr09260 3 жыл бұрын

Christoff would I be able to do say the North (Deception ..Would love Piper but that is a dream without 4x4) in my Hilux 2.5 D4D 4 x2 plus Diff lock towing muy rugged Summit Everest trailer?? Its on my Bucket list ..Regular Rooiputs and Polentswa camper 70 yrs old ..CKGR is my Wish list no 1 ..Just worried about deep sand ..Your video shows the road as hard good surface ??

@GetOutGO 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Peter, the road from Rakops to Matswere gate and Matswere to Deception has some pretty thick sand. I'm not sure a 4x2 towing a trailer would make it, sorry

@nealfarrell 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic vid Christoff, thank you. May I ask for your opinion, please. We are visiting CKGR in May 2021 and have 3 camps on our short list, namely; Piper Pan, Kori #3 and Sunday Pan. Of the 3, we want to choose 2, but can't decide. Many thanks. Neal

@GetOutGO 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Neal! All three are great camps. I like Kori #3 and Sunday Pan #2, Piper had more game when we were there so if I HAD to choose, personally I'd go for Kori and Piper.

@nealfarrell 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Christoff. Appreciated. Hope you get back to Bots soon!

@jefflawson543 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Chris - thanks for a great video. In your opinion could this trip be undertaken solo assuming a decently equipped 4x4 ?

@GetOutGO 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Jeff, crossing the whole reserve you mean? Technically possible obviously but I wouldn’t recommend it. If you’re going to do it, I would strongly recommend a satphone, some form of SAR service (like GEOS) and enough provisions (water and fuel especially). To give you an idea we did not see another vehicle in 3 days between Xade and Molose.

@jefflawson543 3 жыл бұрын

@@GetOutGO Thanks Chris

@prathapbb 4 жыл бұрын

Nice videos - is your cars suspension upgraded to OMU?

@GetOutGO 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍 my suspension is Ironman4x4 coils and shocks

@alanjones511 3 жыл бұрын

Could you give a full route map and comments ??

@GetOutGO 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Alan, I'm still working on this and will make it available on Patreon. It will probably be a GPX file generated out of Basecamp.

@exploringwithsimon8895 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Christoff, great video. Quality of video and edit great. Check our video, group of friends we did the Savuti and 3rd Bridge. Great fun. We heading back in the new year. Happy travelling.

@GetOutGO 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, much appreciated! Awesome, I'll check it out!

@coadyg 4 жыл бұрын

How much fuel did you use on the trip? Do you have long range tanks?

@GetOutGO 4 жыл бұрын

Mine, around 300l (2800km round trip). I have a 70l main tank, a 43l long range fuel tank and I had two jerrycans as well. North to South is around 750km between fuel stops in the CKGR (Rakops - Molepolole) but I'd say you need enough fuel for around 1200km to cross the reserve and include game drives.

@shaunmoller2997 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Christoff ek gaan naar by afrikaans bly ek kry skoon hoendervleis dan was jy saam n klomp great ouens wow wow

@GetOutGO 3 жыл бұрын

Hierdie was verseker n baie lekker trip saam met die ouens!

@Rustie_za 4 жыл бұрын

what dates did you go

@Rustie_za 4 жыл бұрын

Just needed to read, March 2020.

@GetOutGO 4 жыл бұрын

No worries Johann 😉 Yes, our trip was from 9 to 22 March 2020

@alexandervanwyk7669 4 жыл бұрын

1:60 haven;t seen much water in the last 15000 years. What do you know about even hundred years mate? Talk only about what you know please.

@GetOutGO 4 жыл бұрын

Deception valley is a dry riverbed formed around 15-16000 years ago. This is according to geologists mate, not something I just thumb-sucked. Feel free to google it