4x4 Drives
In the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, you’ll be able to roam in parts of Africa accessible only to other 4x4s. Out here, in an isolated, unspoilt world and away from signposts and campsites, you can indulge in bird watching and game viewing and pitch your rooftop tent wherever you fancy.
Kgalagadi isn't too taxing on drivers, but it's the sense of being in the real Africa that draws overlanders back again and again and again.
The Nossob 4x4 Eco-Trail is a one-way route that extends between the Nossob River and the Twee Rivieren River, departing from these on an alternative basis. It is an impressive 214 kilometres long, and takes around 85 hours to complete. It has a grade of three, and drivers are required to take one of the experienced, qualified guides along as this is not a self-drive course. The countryside consists of gravel, sand dunes and sandy stretches, which challenge drivers and test their handling skills.
As another route, take the road north from the Two Rivers Gate in the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, past Nossob all the way up to the corner known as 'Unions End'. This is where South Africa, Botswana and Namibia meet - six hours' drive through the Kalahari Desert to a desolate dead end.
Some of the animals that 4x4 drivers can look forward to seeing are blue wildebeest, springbok, raptors, gemsbok, meerkats and even the shy leopard.
Walking Trails
Visitors to the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park are invited to go hiking, walking, or bird-watching in the area, thanks to the plethora of natural treasures. There are guided game drives and hiking trails that allow one to appreciate the fauna and flora with the help of someone that knows the area and can provide added insights.
The !Xerry Wilderness Hiking Trail is a popular trail that allows walkers to move through an otherwise inaccessible area of the Kgalagadi. It is perfect for those who love the quintessential Kalahari and are looking to really explore the beauty of the park. The trail starts at the base camp near Nossob in the Kgalagadi, and walks over a period of 2 days leave from the camp, with a maximum walking distance of 15 km per day. The two overnights are at the fenced boma camp, around a fire pit and with the armed guides. You’ll hopefully be able to spot ample game and other animals, like black-backed jackals, steenbok and other antelope. You’ll be guided through the desert wilderness with ease.