The Jack's Camp is located on a prime spot on the edge of the magnificent Makgadikgadi Pans in Botswana. Unforgettable views over the glittering salt pans as well as the shimmering expanses of the dry earth crust can be admired here making for a memorable exploration experience.

Guests may enjoy a truly relaxing and unique experience in this oasis of style and old-world glamour. The landscape which surrounds this luxurious oasis if of savage beauty featuring a very remote landscape.

Accommodation

The ten, Bedouin-style tents at Jack's Camp nestle under a canopy of molokwane palms. Persian rugs on polished floors, beautifully drapped walls and comfortable four-poster beds make for an extraordinary accommodation experience. From the private verandas one overlooks the arid landscape, where salt and sun-baked plains go as far as the eye can see. The bathrooms offer free-standing, copper bathtubs and wooden throne toilets.

Facilities

The mess tent features maps, photos, vintage artifacts and manuscripts of the Bousfield family. An antique pool table, a library and bar are also available. Dining is completed by an outstanding selection of fine wines. This camp features the most unique swimming pool on the continent. Set in a tent, guests may enjoy the refreshing and cooling waters during the warm afternoons.

Activities

Exploring meerkats in their natural habitat is a must when visiting this area of Botswana. Guests have the chance to get up close and person to groups of wild meerkats. Many other desert adapted species can be admired during the safari drives and during the walks with Bushmen. The swimming pool pavilion offers a relaxing swim to travellers.

During High/Dry Season which runs from 16th April – 31st October, thrilling quad bike safaris can be enjoyed. During the Green Season which runs from 1st January – 15th April and from 1st November – 31st December, travellers can witness the second largest migration of zebra and wildebeest in Africa.

Activities:

• Safari drives
• Walks with the San bushmen
• Exploring meerkats.
• Swimming in the pool pavilion
• Adventurous horseback safari
• Spa treatments
• Star gazing
• Quad biking ( during high/dry season)
• Migration of zebra and wildebeest ( during green season).