Kalahari, Botswana
Dinaka
Dinaka rests within its own private concession on the northern edge of the world-renowned Central Kalahari Game Reserve. Surrounded by an expanse of ever changing desert landscape, Dinaka has several, permanent, life-sustaining waterholes which attract an abundance of wildlife all year round. The red sands in this corner of the Kalahari offer exceptional game viewing and a luxurious lodge to stay in too. Dinaka rests within its own private concession on the northern edge of the world-renowned Central Kalahari Game Reserve. Surrounded by an expanse of ever changing desert landscape, Dinaka has several, permanent, life-sustaining waterholes which attract an abundance of wildlife all year round. The red sands in this corner of the Kalahari offer exceptional game viewing and a luxurious lodge to stay in too.
Dinaka rests within its own private concession on the northern edge of the world-renowned Central Kalahari Game Reserve. Surrounded by an expanse of ever changing desert landscape, Dinaka has several, permanent, life-sustaining waterholes which attract an abundance of wildlife all year round. The red sands in this corner of the Kalahari offer exceptional game viewing and a luxurious lodge to stay in too. Dinaka rests within its own private concession on the northern edge of the world-renowned Central Kalahari Game Reserve. Surrounded by an expanse of ever changing desert landscape, Dinaka has several, permanent, life-sustaining waterholes which attract an abundance of wildlife all year round. The red sands in this corner of the Kalahari offer exceptional game viewing and a luxurious lodge to stay in too.
Location
Dinaka’s vast private reserve covers over 20,000 hectares and is host to one of the most unique bio-diversities in Southern Africa. The natural environment is rich in life and boasts breathtaking views. After summer rains, it bursts with green grasses and migratory herds, while in the drier months vegetation dies back to reveal more arid terrain.
Accommodation
With the perfect vantage point over a thriving permanent waterhole, Dinaka’s eight spacious tented suites stand raised on wooden decks. Perfectly placed for privacy, each tent is well equipped with an en-suite bathroom, indoor and outdoor shower, and a private deck overlooking the bush. The child-friendly camp also has a wonderful two-bedroom suite available, perfect for small groups or families.
The main area is seamlessly connected to all rooms by wooden walkways, making the entirety of the camp wheelchair accessible. Comfortable and inviting, the communal area consists of an open dining room and bar, lavish lounge area, and a viewing deck complete with a roaring campfire – the perfect place to share stories over a glass of wine at the end of the day.
The camp also provides facilities including a swimming pool lined with sun loungers, secluded photographic hides (including one underground) and even a star deck, which offers breathtaking vistas of the star filled African sky.
The camp also provides facilities including a swimming pool lined with sun loungers, secluded photographic hides (including one underground) and even a star deck, which offers breathtaking vistas of the star filled African sky.
Experiences
- Wildlife is plentiful year round and ranges from gangly giraffe and graceful antelope, to predators including the famous black-maned Kalahari lion and rare brown hyena.
- A haven for birdlife, Dinaka is home to over 200 species including the kori bustard and the crimson-breasted shrike, as well as the pale chanting goshawk.
- Enjoy exciting morning and afternoon game drives in comfortable 4x4 vehicles. Be sure to get the best game viewing experience with the camp’s ‘window seat guarantee’.
- Uncover some of Africa’s elusive nocturnal species on thrilling night drives, led by talented guides.
- Stretch your legs and get up close and personal with native flora and smaller fauna on a guided bush walk.
- Dine and spend the night beneath the star studded sky immersed in the sounds of the wilderness with a night on the camp’s Sleep Out Deck.
Experience the culture of the Kalahari
Delight in a true Kalahari experience with an insight into the life of the San Bushmen, the first inhabitants in Southern Africa over 20,000 years ago. Take a gentle guided walk as the Bushmen share their knowledge, allowing you to learn about the unique culture and practices that have enabled their community to survive the arid conditions of the Kalahari for millennia.
Positive Impact
We prioritise working with properties that collaborate with local communities and address location-specific needs from education to anti-poaching. We assess our partners to ensure the people we work with share our values of ensuring our trips continue to act as a force for good. Here we share some of the positive impacts your stay here contributes to.We prioritise working with properties that collaborate with local communities and address location-specific needs from education to anti-poaching. We assess our partners to ensure the people we work with share our values of ensuring our trips continue to act as a force for good. Here we share some of the positive impacts your stay here contributes to.
Conservation
Dinaka camp sends donations on behalf of each bed night to Rhino Contribution Botswana. These funds help with the ongoing protection of endangered black and white rhino within the country. Over the next few years, the charity aims to rebuild healthy populations living wild and free in the Okavango Delta until they are of international importance. By staying at Dinaka Camp, a percentage of your stay will contribute towards this ongoing, highly important conservation of one of the Earth's oldest and most fascinating animals.
Community
Dinaka employs its members of staff from the local area and, as well as providing them with essential training, ensures their health and wellbeing is prioritised. The camp offers nutritional guidance and healthy food provisions to promote a healthy lifestyle and provides regular medical check-ups for staff.
Environment
Dinaka Camp is built to blend in with the natural environment and with minimal carbon footprint. Construction materials used are eco-friendly, from sustainable sources and repurposing of old materials where possible. Natural resources that are utilised for running the camp are managed sustainably i.e. water and energy usage is monitored and controlled. Dinaka is currently partly solar powered, with further developments planned to increase this.
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