Dinaka Camp

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Dinaka is a beautifully simple but spoiling camp in a private reserve next to the Central Kalahari. It’s particularly noteworthy due to its location: in a wholly private slice of desert, where Kalahari lion, springbok, and even brown hyena roam and the stars twinkle radiantly above. While excessive modern design features and overwhelming luxury are not its bag, the camp is incredibly attractive in an understated, tasteful way.

Dinaka Camp - The Facts

Wooden floors and ceilings give Dinaka an inviting, homely feel, as canvas wraps around each of the seven tents, complete with en-suite bathrooms, indoor and outdoor showers, and four poster beds. The main area is a large space with soft furnishings and open sides, topped off with an inviting traditional firepit for evening tales. There’s also a small pool - a nice addition given the dusty desert environment.

As Ker & Downey have exclusive use of the conservancy, you will not see other vehicles on your game drives, which kick off each morning and evening, with the freedom to spill over into night drives. The guided bush walks are fascinating in this region, given its unique ecosystem and desert-adapted species. One activity not to be missed is a sleep out under the night sky, which is an incredible experience offered at Dinaka on a raised bed overlooking the wilderness.

It’s a romantic spot for couples, but equally thrilling for families, who can opt for a two-bedroom tent with a shared en-suite bathroom. The lodge is raised on wooden decks offering a lovely view over a waterhole.

Prices begin from $735 per person per night in low season and peak at $1,465 in high season, which isn’t extortionate for the calibre of camp, given it’s in a totally exclusive concession. For those interested in the ecosystem, a trip in the green season is well worth it as the desert blooms into life, making for a truly underrated and singular experience.

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