!Khamab Kalahari Reserve
The Kalahari at its best!
As the largest private Big 5 game reserve in South Africa, !Khamab was established with a vision to be a premier conservation area renowned for its positive contribution to the conservation of landscapes, habitats and ecological processes and the full spectrum of herbivores and carnivores typical of the eastern Kalahari Bushveld.
!Khamab Kalahari Reserve
The Kalahari at it’s best!
As the largest private Big 5 game reserve in South Africa, !Khamab was established with a vision to be a premier conservation area renowned for its positive contribution to the conservation of landscapes, habitats and ecological processes and the full spectrum of herbivores and carnivores typical of the eastern Kalahari Bushveld.
A TRULY AUTHENTIC KALAHARI SAFARI
Discover a wild landscape
Discover !Khamab Kalahari Reserve, a premier South African game reserve dedicated to true wilderness conservation. Tucked away on the edge of the iconic Kalahari Desert of southern Africa, we offer more than a safari; we offer an opportunity to experience the wilderness of the Kalahari at its best.
Where golden grasses ripple beneath endless skies, !Khamab is a true wilderness reserve. Here, conservation is not a concept it’s a calling. Every visit contributes to protecting the heart of the Kalahari and the creatures that call it home.
Stay
A stay at !Khamab is an invitation to immerse yourself in our unique South Africa game reserve. With a limited number of guests, we guarantee an intimate and exclusive safari experience, where every moment is curated and every stay directly supports our conservation mission.
- 8 Guests
Phênê
Lodge
A classic thatched design and timeless safari character, the lodge consists of two units offering a total of four bedrooms.
- 14 Guests
Kanako
Expedition Camp
Opened in June 2025, this camp combines the classic safari feel of canvas with premium comfort.
- 8 Guests
Phepheng
Safari Camp
Premier lodge, promising quiet sophistication and relaxed refinement. Scheduled for August/September 2026.
Experiences
LED BY NATURE
We tailor each day’s activities to your interests and the rhythms of the wild, ensuring a Kalahari safari that is truly yours.
The Soul of the Kalahari
The word “Kalahari” evokes visions of sand, wilderness, and mystique. Few places on Earth capture the imagination so vividly with just their name.
Derived from the Tswana word Kgala, meaning “the great thirst,” the Kalahari Desert is a place of vast skies, endless stars, red sand, golden winter grasses, and spectacular summer thunderstorms. Its landscapes are alive with a remarkable diversity of wildlife and a sense of wonder that leaves every visitor changed.
!KHAMAB CONSERVATION
!Khamab aims to make a lasting, positive contribution to the conservation of the Kalahari’s wildlife and natural ecological processes.
Large scale conservation powered by ethical travel — your contribution goes directly toward managing and protecting the land, ensuring that every visit helps sustain the Kalahari for generations to come. As one of the largest game reserves in South Africa, our scale is our strength.
No schedule, just freedom
At !Khamab Kalahari Reserve, we do not chase the hours, we live by the rhythm of the wild. Somewhere between the red dust and the endless sky, time seems to disappear.
Safari activities are tailored around your preferences, but we encourage as much time out on the reserve as possible for those magical and iconic Kalahari experiences. !Khamab is ideally suited for the experienced and discerning wildlife travellers wanting to explore the Kalahari on a more intimate level, away from the normal, often crowded, game viewing experiences. This makes our game reserve an ideal destination for any occasion, from small get-togethers and celebrations to exclusive honeymoons.
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