A pride of Kalahari lions drinking at a waterhole below Tau Pan Camp, with thatched suites overlooking the open desert landscape in the Central Kalahari Game Reserve.

Tau Pan Camp

Central Kalahari Game Reserve, Botswana

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About the Game Lodge

Tau Pan Camp is a classic luxury tented camp perched on an ancient sand-dune ridge in the heart of the Central Kalahari Game Reserve. Offering one of Botswana’s most secluded safari experiences, the camp combines sweeping desert views, unique wildlife encounters, and a deep sense of solitude found only in the Kalahari.

It is an exceptional choice for travellers seeking a desert-focused safari, with panoramic views over the iconic Tau Pan — home to black-maned Kalahari lions, cheetah, and other desert-adapted species, often visible right from the camp.

Tours that feature this lodge

Why We Love It

Unmatched location and scenery: Elevated dune-top setting overlooking Tau Pan, with vast horizons and dramatic Kalahari light.

Unique cultural and desert activities: Explore with San Bushman guides, visit Deception Valley, and sleep under the stars on the camp’s raised sleepout deck.

Eco-conscious comfort: A relaxed, stylish tented camp built with sustainable practices and offering exceptional privacy and tranquillity.

Accommodation

8 Suites

1 Family Suite

Each suite offers a private deck with outdoor seating, a comfortable lounge area with ceiling fans, an en-suite bathroom with double vanities, and an outdoor shower

Activities

Morning and afternoon game drives across Tau Pan and surrounding desert landscapes

Guided Bushman walks with San trackers, offering insight into traditional survival skills

Sleepout deck experiences under the Kalahari night sky

Day trips to Deception Valley (seasonal and dependent on road conditions)

Tours that feature this lodge

9-Day Botswana in Chobe, Moremi & Okavango